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‍Lift stronger. Run faster. Perform better.

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Home of the ascend training + nutrition method

Programs built by athletes to help you move better and finally build habits that last

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Lift heavy

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Run far

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Fuel better

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Lift heavy

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Run far

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Fuel better

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Lift heavy

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Run far

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Fuel better

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Lift heavy

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Run far

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Fuel better

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Lift heavy

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Run far

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Fuel better

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Training and nutrition, all figured out for you

From athletic workout plans to plant-based recipes and personalized coaching — we’ve got you covered.

ASCEND App

Run + lift programs — with warm-ups, cooldowns, mobility, injury prevention, and structured progressions. Plus access to PLNT Club Pro recipes.

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PLNT Club

Weekly performance-based, plant-based recipes that actually taste amazing — updated every week with seasonal inspiration and macros included.

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Cookbooks

A growing collection of macro-friendly cookbooks — designed for athletes who care about flavor just as much as performance.

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1:1 Coaching

Custom workout + nutrition plans — with expert guidance, tailored for you. Whether you have goals for performance, aesthetics, or both, we provide personalized support and accountability.

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Choose your starting point

Programs, coaching, or nutrition—built for performance.

ASCEND App

Training that combines strength and running with built-in progressions and nutrition guidance. Includes focused programs for HYROX, marathon prep, and off-season work.

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Cookbooks

A growing collection of macro-friendly cookbooks — designed for athletes who care about flavor just as much as performance.

Browse cookbooks

1:1 Coaching

Personalized training and nutrition plans built around your goals, with hands-on coaching, ongoing adjustments, and direct support with us.

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This isn’t just another program. It’s a system.

Most people jump from plan to plan, guessing their way through workouts and wondering why nothing sticks.

We built a method that actually works for the long run. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your next HYROX, here’s what makes our system different:

Balanced strength + endurance

We don’t just add a run to a lift day. Our programs are intentionally designed to balance strength, conditioning, and recovery — with smart progressions that deliver real results.

Structured phases, not random workouts

You’ll follow a proven framework designed around intensity, volume, and performance goals. Every phase builds on the last — without burning you out.

Mobility + prehab built in

Every program includes warm-ups, cooldowns, and injury-prevention work — so you can train harder, recover faster, and stay in the game longer.

Fueling support that actually works

From our weekly recipes to goal-oriented cookbooks and one-on-one coaching, we help you eat like a plant-based athlete.

Built by athletes

We’re NASM-certified coaches and former semi-professional athletes who left our careers in nursing to build the system we always wished existed. Whether you’re after a PR or just want to feel strong and consistent, our programs are made for busy people with big goals.

Don't just take our word for it

Here's what our community says

“This workout felt really good! The warm-up & cool down was perfect! As a former D1 football player & military member, I’ve been looking for programs that pay attention to detail & this is it!”

-Rod

“Love ending my day with hip mobility. I am seeing progress already in just the first couple weeks. It is a perfect progression and I feel I will do this program on repeat forever!”

-Jess

“Very challenging, but I love a challenge 😉💪🏼”

-Wendy

“Absolutely loving the program! I actually feel like I am training with intention!”

-Skylar

“I enjoyed this workout. The RFE lunges were killer! Also, the timer feature is awesome - I definitely needed the 2 min of rest in between to keep me accountable.”

-Emmy

“2nd time round and loving how my weight has stayed from last round so I can progress. What a fantastic feature 👏👏”"Great first workout! Lots of mobility and stretching to get started."

-Lindy

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Hi, we’re Mitch & Justine

Former athletes, registered nurses, and now hybrid coaches helping people lift heavier, run farther, fuel smarter, and build healthy habits that actually last.

ASCEND is the system we use ourselves: balanced strength work that complements endurance training, high-level plant-based nutrition, and clear guidance at every step.

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