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Train Smarter Hunt Longer

Todd Bumgardner

Hunters fail in the mountains because they train for optics instead of outcomes. The Train Smarter Hunt Longer Podcast puts the kibosh to that. Here, we rebuild the way hunters think about fitness: less ego, more consistency, and training that matches the real demands of the backcountry. Hosted by Todd Bumgardner, this show blends science and experience to give you the honest training info you need to physically prepare for this season and every season for the rest of your life.

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All Episodes

00:14:22

117: How Hunters Should Train in October

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/09/30

Not sure what to do with your training in October? This episode gives you the low down on what to do and why.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

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00:15:48

116: Advice for Managing a Pack Out

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/09/23

Pack outs worry a lot of hunters. This episode will ease some of your worries. It offers simple advice that allows you to set a good plan, take care of yourself, and get through a pack out as unscathed as possible.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

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00:16:49

115: How to Train Between Hunts

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2026/09/15

Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field TestKnow How Much Weight You Can Carry:Pack Capacity CalculatorHunt Hard as You Age:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:26:02

114: Why Running is The Best Aerobic Exercise for...

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2026/09/11

Article:Why Hunters Should (Mostly) Run, not Ruck, for Aerobic ConditioningFree Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

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00:19:04

113: How Hunters Should Train in September

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2026/09/02

Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field TestKnow How Much You Can Carry UphillPack Capacity CalculatorFree Fitness Guide for Hunters Over 50:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:31:59

112: How to Recover During a Backcountry Hunt

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/08/26

Article:How to Recover During a Backcountry HuntFree Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field TestPack Capacity CalculatorOver 50 Training Guide:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:14:09

111: What NOT to do Before Opening Day

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/08/18

The Hunter's Field Test:https://humanpredatorpackmule.com/free-field-testThe Pack Capacity Calculator:https://humanpredatorpackmule.com/packcapacity-calculatorHow to Keep Hunting Hard After 50:https://humanpredatorpackmule.com/hunt-hard-after-50

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00:28:33

110: Elk Season Two Weeks Out Checklist

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/08/13

Cover your bases, from training to gear, and get your head clear so you're fully prepared before you ship off to elk hunt.Email me at todd@humanpredatorpackmule.com for a PDF copy.

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00:21:11

109: How Should Hunters Train in August?

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/08/04

Article:How to Taper Your Training Before a Big HuntKnow How Much Weight You Should Carry:Pack Capacity CalculatorFree Hunting Fitness Assessment:Hunter's Field TestTraining for Older Hunters:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:18:08

108: The 30,000 Foot View of In-Season Hunting Fitness

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2026/07/28

Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field TestFree Training Guide for Hunters Over 50:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50Know How Much Weight You Should Carry:Pack Capacity Calculator

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01:06:07

107: Business, Dog Training, and Hunting with...

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/07/22

Jennifer Broome is a life-long hunter and has been training dogs for 30 years.She runs QK Kennels in Connecticut as well as clinics all over the U.S. while also competing as a professional at hunting tests and dog shows at the highest level.Links:QK KennelsJennifer's Dog Training BooksMastering Canine Communication Video Course

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00:15:40

106: Hunter's Rucking Questions That Need Answered

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/07/13

Lately, I've been getting a lot of questions about rucking weight and length of rucking workouts. So, I recorded this episode to answer them. Free Training Guide for Hunters Over 50:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

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00:22:38

105: How Hunters Should Train in July

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/07/07

Article:How Hunters Should Train in JulyFree Training Guide for Hunters Over 50:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:51:06

104: Dog Training and Hunting with Mike Lardy

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/06/29

Mike Lardy spent 40 years training retrievers. He's also a lifelong hunter who spends his retirement hunting upland and waterfowl all over the U.S. He shares some wisdom on dog selection, training, and tells his story of getting into dog training.Free Training Guide for Hunter's Over 50:How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

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00:26:09

103: Can You Hit These Hunting Fitness Benchmarks?

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/06/25

Two things give us confidence in the field:1. Knowing we've done the work.2. Hitting benchmarks that tell us each aspect of our hunting fitness is good to go.During this episode, you'll learn important aerobic, muscular endurance, and pack weight metrics to measure against your current hunting fitness.If you can hit them before hunting season, you'll know you're ready to go.Want the confidence of knowing what aspects of your fitness need the most attention between now and hunting

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00:26:45

102: How Many Days Per Week Should Hunters Train with...

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/06/18

Read the article:How Many Days per Week Should Hunters Train with Their Packs?

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00:30:13

101: What Happens When You Miss a Workout...or a...

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/06/10

A lot of hunters worry that missing a workout will make them lose all of their progress. That's not the case. But there is a point when missing workouts becomes a big problem. This episode covers both of those situations and everything in between.Questions answered:1. What happens if you miss a workout?2. What if you often miss one workout per week?3. If you have to miss a workout, how do you choose which one to miss?4. What happens if you miss strength workouts vs aerobic workouts?5. What

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00:29:43

100: How Should Hunters Train in June?

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/06/04

The hunting preseason has started, and it's a confusing time for a lot of hunters. It's often panic time because hunters feel like they're playing catch up, and it causes them to make some poor training decisions. We'll help you avoid those with this episode of the podcast, starting with an answer to the question: What matters right now? Then we'll walk through the exact process we're using to get our members ready for hunting season.Article:How Should Hunters Train in

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00:58:14

99: Sheep Grand Slam, Leopard Hunting, and Other...

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/05/31

JM Prewitt is a family man, the founder and CEO of Cohesion Co, and a hunter. He's also a good friend and Packmule Apex client. We sat down in his trophy room to tell hunting stories and talk a little bit about hunting's gray areas and what we think about them.

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00:18:09

98: How to Avoid Hip, Knee, and Back Overuse Injuries

Train Smarter Hunt Longer ·

2026/05/27

Hunters often walk themselves into hip, knee, and back pain. This episode covers simple ways to keep that from happening.

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