The Training For Trekking Podcast

In this episode, I share two simple recovery tips to help your body and mind bounce back in between days of training and hiking . == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position...

In this episode, I share two effective tips to upgrade your cardio training ( to best help your hiking adventures ). == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regu...

In this episode , we cover two quick tips to enhance your strength training for hiking. == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would...

In the first of a 5-part mini-series, this episode covers two simple (but effective) tips to 'upgrade' your training hikes, to best help your hiking adventures . == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you...

There are thousands of different approaches in the world of fitness and nutrition. And for each outcome you are trying to achieve, there are many roads to success. But unfortunately, this idea can often get lost.  In this episode, an interesting story about a course I did and the surprising prevalence of coaches falling into a 'one size fits all' mindset.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient...

​In this episode, we explore how a hiker can navigate group exercise classes if they have a recurring issue that sometimes flares up from these sessions.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

In this episode, we explore how a hiker can navigate personal training sessions if they have a recurring issue that sometimes flares up from these sessions.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

In this episode we explore a few ingredients which go into the 'secret sauce' of overcoming knee pain (and other type of pain) for your hiking adventures.  == If you are a hiker who struggles with knee pain, and are interested in exploring what a specific and structured program can do for you, email me at rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "I'm interested'. From there we can have a chat, a...

If you are trying to shave off weight from your hiking pack, please don't make this mistake!  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

In this episode, I interview James Appleton, another online coach who specialises in working with hikers. Inside, he shares some of his insights, philosophies and ideas around physical preparation for the trail.  == Find More Of James Here: Personal Instagram:  @jamesappleton46 Business Instagram:  @seektodomore  Website:  www.seektodomore.com

If you are wanting to unlock all the amazing benefits strength development can have for your hiking, please make sure you are doing the right things! In this episode I explore a few different areas of training which people often say are 'strengthening' and weather they can actually count as 'strength training' (To be very clear I LOVE all the types of training I mention in the podcast, for various...

Today I talk about an incredibly important subject for any hiker who is starting the year with big training intentions. == Want some extra help with your trainnig for hiking? Check out the Online Summit Program here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html  

If you are a hiker looking to get fit, strong and resilient in 2025, we want to chat with you! To find out more and book a call with our team, you can go here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html  

In this episode I reflect on a few 'red flags' which I personally had at certain points in my career.  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join our free Training For Hiking Community: https://www.skool.com/training-for-hiking  

Today I have a bit of a laugh as we talk through some 'red flags' you will often see in the world of coaching. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join our free Training For Hiking Community: https://www.skool.com/training-for-hiking  

Today, I do a quick end of the year episode, saying a big thank you to every hiker who has contributed to our community over the past year. 

Inside, Kyle (a dietician who specialises in hikers) answers our community-sourced questions about nutrition for hiking He provides some great insights into fueling, digestion, hydration, and electrolytes. == You can find Kyle here: Website: https://www.v2pnutrition.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/v2pnutrition/ Kyle's Podcast: https://www.v2pnutrition.com/podcast Kyles Podcast (Spotify):...

No training journey is ever linear. There are always countless ups and downs. In this episode I explore how they has affected my training recently, and what I recommend to overcome periods like this. === Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join our free Training For Hiking Community: https://www.skool.com/training-for-hiking

In this episode I explore some valuable strategies to help a hiker manage and adjust their training over the silly season. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join our free Training For Hiking Community: https://www.skool.com/training-for-hiking      

In this episode, I chat with Gordon Dedman, Bushcraft Survival Australia's founder, an outdoor bushcraft survival school dedicated to teaching genuine and authentic modern and traditional outdoor living skills through carefully designed educational courses. Inside, he shares some insights, strategies and experiences to help hikers out in the bush!  == Want to learn more about Bushcraft Survival Au...

In this episode I explore why being 'perfect' with your training isn't always necessary for hikers.  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join our free Training For Hiking Community: https://www.skool.com/training-for-hiking

In this episode, I interview Ray Baker, one of the founders of Back Track Adventures.  Ray has over 40 years and 80 trips worth of experience in high-altitude adventures, and in this episode, he shares some insights and experiences from his career.  Want to learn more about Back Track Adventures? You can check out their website here: https://www.backtrackadventures.com.au/

Today, I share a pretty personal episode. Recently, my life get a bit turned upside down. And it hasn't been smooth sailing. In this episode, I explore how I am planning on rebuilding my training, after life got all out of whack. == If you would like to come join our new free community group for hikers (where I will be sharing my training journey), you can join here: https://www.skool.com/training...

In this episode, I talk a bit about my brand new course: "The Training For Hiking 'Do It Yourself' Course'. == To celebrate the launch of this course, we are offering a 40% discount for this week only. To check it out, you can go here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/do-it-yourself.html

Today I share an incredibly important point for any hiker who is going through a training process and also struggling with pain or injury. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html