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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

37:17

TFT73: Supporting The Adventure Industry, Kokoda and...

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/29

In this episode, I chat with Ian Lumb (also known as Lummy) from Ontrack Expeditions and he shares some really interesting insights about what is going on in the adventure industry at the moment. In this episode: How you can support the adventure travel industry now and over the next 12 months What the number one issue he sees from trekkers on the trail (plus a few great ways to get on top of this) A few wise words of advice when it comes to gear (plus a couple of unique suggestions which you

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12:16

TFT72: Recovery Strategies For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/28

In this episode, I share a number of strategies and techniques a hiker can use to aid their recovery between training. You don't get fitter, stronger and more resilient when you train. You get fitter, stronger and more resilient when you recover from training. That is an incredibly important point to be aware of. And today I share with you exactly how to ensure this happens. You will learn: What the risks for hikers are if you do not look after your recovery A few 'active recovery'

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26:58

TFT71: Discovering Hiking Later In Life: Interview...

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/27

In this episode, I chat to longtime listener Glenn and he shares some great insights around his approach to physical preparation for hiking, balancing his passion for the trail and a young family as well as his super interesting approach to judging progress over time. You will learn: Learn how Glenn discovered hiking late in life as an avenue for fitness, health, weight loss and fun How Glenn balances his training and hiking with his busy work life and a young family How to identify areas of

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15:31

TFT70: Training Muscular Endurance For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/26

In this episode, we talk about muscular endurance for hikers and why it is one of the single most important aspects of fitness for the trail. Muscular endurance is so incredibly important for a hiker to develop. And it is one of the most specific elements of fitness, which can help you to hike comfortably and capably all day long. However, the word 'endurance' is a bit of a buzz word in the fitness world. And this can lead many hikers to get a bit confused about what it is, why it is so

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13:42

TFT69: Upper Body Training For Hiking

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/23

In this episode, I explore my simple process for upper body training for hiking. In the hiking world, upper body training is not a big priority. However, saying this, it does not mean it is not important! However, when it comes to upper body training, I see so many hikers wasting their time, who are spending way to much time and effort, into areas which are not really that important. So today, I explore my simple training system for upper body training. Which will ensure a hiker gets all the

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08:58

TFT68: 5-Minute Workouts For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/22

In this episode, I explore a list of 5-minute workouts which a hiker can do during the day if they get hit with a burst of inspiration. If you are working from home, chances are your motivation to train and exercise might be a bit low... But also, chances are you are occasionally hit with a burst of short term motivation, energy or excitement during the day. The catch is, when this happens, the thought of doing a full workout might seem a bit much... Maybe you don't want to get too sweaty. Or

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12:48

TFT67: The Best Exercise Classes For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/21

In this episode, I explore which exercise classes are the best addition to a hikers training week. I have said many times that doing generic exercise classes are not the best for hikers. That is because I know following a structured, specific strength and conditioning program is the very best thing you can do to get ready for the trail. This is in regards to specificity, injury risk, time efficiency and effectiveness. However, if you are a hiker who loves your exercise classes, or you are

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14:08

TFT66: Out Of The Box Training Ideas For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/20

In this episode, I explore a few unusual workout ideas for hikers, who might be a bit bored with their usual workout routine. Sometimes following the same old exercise routine can get a bit dull. That is bad enough in day to day life. But with most hikers training from home at the moment, this is even worse. Because the variety of exercise has suddenly been dramatically reduced. And it is not surprising if you are feeling a bit uninspired... In this situation, you might just need a new

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12:10

TFT65: Hiking Training Q&A

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/16

Today we do a Q&A around training for hiking and I answer a number of common questions I hear from hikers, around their physical preparation. Inside this episode: A simple fix if you can't find a long enough set of stairs or hill for your intervals How to make bodyweight exercises harder (without any equipment) The best piece of home training equipment which all hikers will have access to What to do if your pack size limits your loaded pack training Are ankle weights a good inclusion in

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16:05

TFT64: All About Loaded Pack Training

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/15

In this episode, I discuss a few simple strategies and tips to help a hiker get the most out of their loaded pack training. Loaded pack training can be an incredibly simple, effective and specific method of training for a hiker, trekker or backpacker. However, all too often, hikers don't put much thought into this... which can often severely limit the effectiveness of this type of training, while at the same time substantially increase the risk of injury and pain. So today, I explore a few

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TFT63: Short Term Motivation For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/14

This episode explains a simple process for hikers to help maintain short term motivation for their training. Hikers are down. Trips are postponed or cancelled. Trails are closed. Training might be the last thing on their mind. Which is absolutely fair enough. But what if you know you want to keep your training going? How can you keep motivated to train? Well, that is what we are talking about today. And specifically, we are going to be going into goal setting. In this episode: How

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36:51

TFT62: From Couch To Mountains - Rebecca's Story

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/13

In this episode, I interview long time listener Rebecca, who shares an incredible story which will inspire first time and experienced hikers alike. Inside this episode: Learn how Rebecca overcame recurring injury, obesity and absolutely zero endurance to become a passionate hiker Get a snapshot into a real-life action planning session (where we create a quick 'broad strokes' 4-month training plan for Rebecca Understanding your 'why' behind why you hike (plus a clear process of how to discover

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12:39

TFT61: Fitness Tests For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/12

In this episode, I explain how hikers can use fitness assessments to judge their trail readiness, as well as share a few of my favourite assessments for hikers. If used right, assessments can be an incredible way to judge hiking fitness, to determine the effectiveness of your training and to keep you motivated moving forward. However, for a hiker to use these effectively, they can't just use any old assessment and think it will be relevant to their hiking fitness... In this episode: A few

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29:22

TFT60: Training For The Older Hiker

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/09

In this episode, I interview Alicia Filley, the founder of the Healthy Hiker Program, and we discuss training for the older hiker. Many hikers out there believe that their time has passed for more strenuous adventures... that it is not physically possible anymore to accomplish many hikes they have dreamed off... that they have 'missed the boat' when it comes to ticking off some lifelong goals. But this is simply not true. With the right physical training and preparation, there really is not

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14:20

TFT59: Habits For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/08

Today we explore a few simple habits hikers can incorporate into their daily lives, to support their training, their health and their mental state. Habits can be the difference between seeing small results in your training and having major success. And right now, when the thought of doing any major training might be too much for many people, habits are going to be even more important. Because if you control the small actions in your life, you can greatly aid your training, your health and

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45:08

TFT58: Interview With Adventure Coach Joe Bonington

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/07

In this episode I interview veteran adventure coach Joe Bonington, founder of Joe's Basecamp, to discuss training for adventure, the value of strength and conditioning for trail athletes and staying mountain fit while gyms are closed. Veteran adventure coach. Trekking guide. And a real leader in the adventure community. Joe has been at the forefront of pushing genuine strength and conditioning training to Australian adventure athletes, and today he comes on the show to discuss his training

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10:38

TFT57: Keeping Training Interesting

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/06

In this episode, I share with you a number of training methods a hiker can use, to keep their training at home a bit more interesting. Training at home can sometimes get a bit repetitive. Limited equipment, space and creativity leads to workout often getting a bit boring. So to help, today I share with you a number of different training methods which you can use to spice things up. These are dead simple to apply, but they can be a godsend for the hiker who is stuck at home, trying to keep fit but

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52:01

TFT56: Breathing Training For Hikers

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/05

In this episode, I invite breathing specialist James Fletcher on the show to discuss high performance breathing for hikers. Inside, he shares an incredible amount of knowledge about how hikers, trekkers and altitude adventurers can potentially improve their performance through breathing training. Breathing is a subject which so many hikers are interested in. And it is a subject that I have hikers reaching out to me all the time. However, when people are talking about breathing, they generally

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07:27

TFT55: One Silver Lining

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/02

In this episode, I discuss one silver lining which many hikers may be able to find out of the current crisis. It might not be much but, potentially, it could be a little sliver of positivity for many hikers to focus on in the coming months. == Want to learn more about the Plantar Pain Program mentioned in the episode? Send an email to rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "tell me more" and I will send you over all the details.

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33:49

TFT54: Training In Self-Quarantine and Adventure...

The Training For Trekking Podcast ·

2020/04/01

In this episode, I interview adventure coach Josh Wood (straight from his self-quarantine), and we discuss physical preparation for guides and backpackers as well as some great ways to stay active and productive when stuck at home. Josh is an incredibly interesting adventure coach. He works with hikers and guides and helps them get in a position where they thoroughly enjoy their adventures, by improving their fitness and reducing their likelihood of injury. In this episode we cover: Why following

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