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The Training For Trekking Podcast

Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

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 you fit, strong and resilient to tackle anything the trail will throw at you. He also dives deep into subjects such as how to prevent altitude sickness, nutrition while hiking, injury prevention and much, much more. So you can have the very best chance of a safe, enjoyable and successful adventure!

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All Episodes

07:54

TFT113: Balance And Strength Training (For Hikers)

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/09/07

In this episode, I explain how a hiker can find the 'sweet spot' between some strength exercises and balance limitations. == Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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TFT112: Interview With Jenny, A 50’s Disabled Adventurer

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/09/02

In this episode, I chat with Jenny Woodhouse, who is disabled, self-supported hiker and an absolutely amazing woman. Inside she shares a bit about her story, how she has gotten back on the trail after a permanent injury and how she goes about conquering her hiking adventures with a permanent disability. An absolute must-listen for any hiker out there who is looking for inspiration. == “If you’re ready to up your caravanning comfort level and camp off-grid in true Australian wilderness visit

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06:23

TFT111: Not Every Training Session Will Be Good

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/31

In today's episode, I explore why hikers need to be realistic about their training expectations (if they want to be successful over the long term). == Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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13:32

TFT110: Seven Things I Believe

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/20

In this episode, I share with you the seven belief statements of Summit Strength. These are the beliefs upon which I base my business, my training, my conversations and all my podcasts. So you can know exactly what I am trying to do with Summit Strength. == I'm currently enrolling no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so they can conquer every adventure. If that sounds like you, shoot me a message on Facebook or Instagram and I can talk you through all

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12:13

TFT109: Heavy Pack Tips

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/19

In this episode, I share some simple tips to help when carrying a heavy pack (in both your training and your hiking). == I'm currently enrolling no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so they can conquer every adventure. If that sounds like you, shoot me a message on Facebook or Instagram and I can talk you through all the details.

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13:29

TFT108: Does This Sound Familiar?

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/18

In this episode a share I slightly embarrassing admission about my own hiking and training (which may sound familiar to many hikers out there). == I'm currently enrolling no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so they can conquer every adventure. If that sounds like you, shoot me a message on Facebook or Instagram and I can talk you through all the details.

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41:17

TFT107: Online Training And The Great Ocean Walk

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/17

In this episode, I interview online client Andrea and she discusses how she discovered hiking later in life, her training journey to overcome knee pain while hiking and her experiences on the Great Ocean Walk. === This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers, who want to get strong and pain-free so they can conquer every adventure. If you want to find out more, send me a private message on Facebook or Instagram (to the Summit Strength page) and we can have a chat about all the details.

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11:26

TFT106: Maintaining Hiking Fitness

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/12

In this episode, I discuss what a hiker can do to maintain their hiking fitness after they have successfully completed their goal. == Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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06:27

TFT105: Mental Preparation Tip For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/08/10

In this episode, I discuss a simple (but powerful) mental preparation technique a hiker can use to help them deal with stress, anxiety and fear on the trail. === Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/ === Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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17:26

TFT104: How To Increase Your Hiking Speed

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/29

In this episode, I discuss a few specific workouts a hiker can use to increase their hiking speed. Some people are quick hikers. Some people are slower hikers. When it comes down to it, it usually doesn't matter what pace you go. Hiking is for your pleasure. And in all honesty, as long as you are comfortable, having a good time and can safely complete your distances, speed shouldn't be your primary concern. However, there are a few situations where a hiker might want to increase their

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10:05

TFT103: Celebrate The Little Wins

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/27

In this episode, I explore why every hiker should be celebrating the little wins in their training. Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/ === Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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TFT102: CrossFit Training For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/22

In this episode, I discuss whether or not Crossfit is a suitable training method for hikers. A little while ago I was asked what my opinion on Crossfit for hikers was. Long story short, in most situations, I don't think it is a fantastic way of training for hiking. However, it does come with some benefits which might be useful for certain hikers out there. So today I explore what the benefits and drawbacks of this type of training for hiking are, and how to best use it in your week (if you decide

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09:09

TFT101: Quick Workouts For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/20

Today I share five quick workouts a hiker can use when they are strapped for time or demotivated to train longer sessions. Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

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16:07

TFT100: How To Find A Good Coach

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/15

In this episode, I discuss a few important questions a hiker needs to consider when searching for a personal trainer or coach to help their training. Want to get fit, strong and pain-free for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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11:29

TFT99: Improving Mobility For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/13

In this episode, I explore a few strategies to help a hiker improve their range of motion in tight muscles. Mobility training is important for most hikers. This is because, if certain muscles are restricted, this can cause compensations in other areas of the body, which can often lead to aches, pains and even injury. Unfortunately, about 95% of hikers out there training for mobility, will not be doing the right things to improve their range of motion. Sure, what they are doing will likely feel

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10:14

TFT98: Quick Gym Tips For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/08

In this episode, I discuss a few quick gym tips for hikers, to help you avoid making the same mistakes I have made in the past. You will learn: How to tell if an exercise is unnecessarily complicated A simple question to ask yourself to understand if an exercise is working for you or not A buzz word commonly used in the gym, which you should be wary of One definitive occasion where you NEED to find another exercise variation Why you should be comfortable (and not self-conscious)

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11:10

TFT97: How To Prevent Burning Calves While Hiking

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/06

In this episode, we discuss what a hiker can do to prevent always getting burning and tight calves while hiking. The calves are such an essential muscle group for hikers, trekkers, backpackers and mountaineers. They play a crucial role during ascents and descents and are crucial to protect the feet, ankles and knees while on the trail. But even though most hikers know they are important, unfortunately, they ofter get overlooked in training. Usually, for the reason that calf training can be a bit

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11:29

TFT96: Training For Hiking Around Your Neighbourhood

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/07/01

In this episode, I discuss how a hiker can close the gap between general and specific training when they can't get out on the trail to train. In many occasions, hikers find themselves incredibly busy before a significant adventure. And for some people, this means that finding time to go out hiking, or travel to the gym is just not realistic. And in these instances, many hikers try to do most (if not all) of their training around their local neighbourhood. While this is not ideal, if you need

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30:56

TFT95: Interview With Alicia - Internal Training Load...

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/06/29

In this episode, I interview Alicia Filley (founder of the Healthy Hiker), and we chat how internal training load can affect your hiking performance and risk of injury. You will learn: What internal and external training load is What types of things cause an increase in internal training load The consequences of a high internal load How to recognise if you might be at risk A few simple strategies to help minimise internal load How to know if you should 'push through' a bad day or

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08:47

TFT94: Progressing Elevation Training (Without Adding...

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/06/24

In this episode, I discuss a few unusual ways of progressing your stair or hill intervals (which don't involve adding extra weight, spending more time or finding a new place to train). Hikers love stair training. With good reason! It is super specific for the trail. It can be seriously challenging. And, for many people, it is very convenient. The usual approach of hikers to stair training goes something like this: They find a convenient set of stairs. They start with just their body weight

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