TFT357: Training To Thru-Hike 1000km On The Bibbulmun Track
In this episode I chat with Mark, a Summit Strength graduate from Melbourne, about his training and experience thru-hiking the Bibbulmun Tra...
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The Training For Trekking Podcast
The Training For Trekking Podcast is created to help hikers, trekkers and mountaineers prepare for their bucket list adventures. Rowan shares with you the simple training strategies to get y...
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20 of 443 episodesTFT456: How to Know If You'll Be Ready for Your Hiking Adventure
In this episode, we cover a simple set of questions you can ask yourself if you are eyeing off a big hiking adventure and are wondering, "Am...
TFT455: The Most Important High Altitude Strategy
In this episode, I explore the single most important factor that will determine your chance of success and comfort when hiking at high altit...
TFT454: Please Carry Enough Water When Hiking
In this episode, I explore why I think it is a silly idea to try to minimise or 'toe the line' with the amount of water you carry on the tra...
TFT453: Hiker's Knee Fixed In A Week?
In this episode, I explore the odd phenomenon that sometimes occurs: a hiker starts a training program and sees 'dramatic' changes in pain w...
TFT452: Why I Love Step Downs For Hikers
I personally believe that step downs are one of the best strength exercises for hikers. And I use them, in one shape or form, for almost all...
TFT451: "I am always tired after my training hikes"
In this episode, we explore a simple checklist you can use if you always seem to be getting tired (and struggling to recover) after your tra...
TFT450: Should A Hiker Put On Extra Fat Before A High Altitude Hike?
In this episode, I explore the idea that a hiker should concentrate on increasing their body fat in the lead-up to a big high-altitude adven...
TFT449: 'This' Before 'That'
In this episode, we explore a trend that seems to be coming back into fashion in the fitness industry (and a trap that you don't want to fa...
TFT448: Wim Hof Breathing For High Altitude Hikers And Mountaineers
Inside, we explore Wim Hof breathing and how it relates to high altitude hiking and mountaineering. And we discuss if it is an effective met...
TFT447:Are Hills Or Stairs Better For Hikers In Training?
In this episode, we explore a few considerations if you are trying to decide whether to do hill or stair training in your workout program....
TFT446: Can Strength Training Make You Worse At Hiking?
In this episode, we explore the idea that 'incorrect' or 'inefficient' strength training can have a detrimental impact on your hiking. == Wa...
TFT445: Rucking For Hikers: Myths vs Facts
In this episode, we explore the idea of rucking for hikers ( e.g loaded-pack walking). And we give a bit of a nuanced take on this subject (...
TFT444: Why Not Do Both?
In this episode, I bring some common sense to one of the more silly debates in the world of training for hiking. == Want to get fit, strong...
TFT443: Carbon Dioxide For Hikers And Mountaineers
In this episode, we explore the idea of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers. You will learn: What carbon dioxide t...
TFT422: Don't Fall Short With Your Training Hikes
In this episode, I explore the number one mistake a hiker can make when preparing for a big hiking adventure (and what to do instead). == M...
TFT441: Are Altitude Gyms Lying To High Altitude Hikers?
In this episode, we talk about simulated altitude gyms. And we explore a few of the claims people often make about this training, which can...
TFT440: Training For Kilimanjaro: Interview With Wanda
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Wanda, who recently came off a successful summit of Kilimanjaro. Inside, she shares some...
TFT439: The BOLT Score For Hikers And Mountaineers
In this episode, we dive into the BOLT Score, a widely recommended test in the world of breathing training. We discuss what the BOLT Score m...
TFT438: Something Slightly Different In 2026
In this episode, we explore some slightly different episodes I will be bringing to the podcast this year (and why I have finally decided to...