The Training For Trekking Podcast

In this episode, we explore a few ideas around how a hiker or backpacker can use running as a part of their training for the trail. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode, I explore 2 things which I believe should be a part of every hikers training program - ESPECIALLY if you are trying to overcome pain or discomfort on the trail. Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode we dive into warm ups, and I talk through why I think a short, sharp and efficient warm up is the way to go for your training.  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/    

In this episode, I explore the effectiveness of swimming as part of a hikers training and fitness, and share a few ideas about how to incorporate it into a training program.  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode, I interview long time Summiter Deb, and she shares some insights around her training journey with Summit Strength, and how she uses physical preparation to keep her ready for life's adventures.  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/...

In this episode, I share some simple nutrition tips a hiker can use when starting a hike or training session in the early morning to ensure their fuel stores are fully topped up and they prevent early fatigue. == This is the final week I am enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and...

In this episode, I share an unusual workout that a hiker can use to develop strength and endurance in their quads. == This is the final week I am enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and want to change that over the next 28-days significantly. If that sounds like you, send me an em...

In this episode, I explore my brand new 28 day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. And I talk through what it is all about, what it involves and who it might best suit. == I am currently enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and want to change that over the next 28-days significantly....

In this episode, I explore which types of hikers would benefit from spending some time directly strengthening their ankles (and a few ideas on what this looks like). == I am currently enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and want to change that over the next 28-days significantly....

In this episode, I explore why cardiovascular fitness can contribute to the risk of ankle sprains and pains and why preventing these issues can sometimes be more complicated than doing a couple of ankle exercises. == I am currently enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and want to c...

In this episode, I explore why ankle sprains are such an issue for many hikers and an exciting solution to reduce the risk of them getting in the way of your adventures. == I am currently enrolling for my brand new 28-Day Mountain Strong Ankle Challenge. I am specifically looking for hikers who struggle with recurring ankle sprains or pains and want to change that over the next 28-days significant...

In this episode, I interview long time Summit Strength Jodie about her training through Summit Strength. Inside, she shares some of the workouts, strategies and approaches she used to overcome a range of aches and pains and build her fitness for the trail. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/...

Inside this episode, I share with you simple tips and strategies a hiker can use if they are restricted from their hiking and training due to a recent injury. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Stephen about how his training and preparation to overcome plantar pain leading into his hike to the Philmont Scout Range. Inside he shares some of the tips and strategies he used to overcome his foot pain and get through the hike in comfort. == You can contact Stephen here: stephen @footlooseoutdoors.com Find the Lone Star Coastal Alliance here:...

In this episode, I share a simple 5 minute 'finisher a hiker can use at the end of their strength workouts.  = Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode, I explore a simple strategy a hiker can use if they are not feeling 100% confident in their pack carrying ability (in the final weeks of their preparation).  == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

I need your help! Specifically, I need your hiking recipes... If you have a hiking meal or snack recipe you would like to share, to contribute to the listener databank, shoot me an email at rowan@summitstrength.com.au . Just make sure it passes the Rowan test!

In this episode, I explore what a hiker should be doing in their rest periods during interval training, to get the best benefits. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures? Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/

In this episode, I explore some of my favourite gym machine exercises a hiker can use to develop their strength for the trail. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainingforhikingandtrekking/  

In this episode I explore a few real world examples of how stretching and mobility work has helped some of my hikers.  Mentioned in the episode: The Best Stretches For Hikers article == This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so that they can conquer every adventure. If you are interested, shoot me an email at rowan@summistreng...

In this episode, I talk you through my history and journey as a trainer and a coach. Hopefully by the end of this episode, you will have a better understanding of where I am coming from with Summit Strength, and why I truly believe I am in a unique position to help hikers.  == This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so that the...

In this episode, I explore and answer some frequently asked questions about Summit Strength, the Online Summit Program and my training in general.  == This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so that they can conquer every adventure. If you are interested, shoot me an email at rowan@summistrength.com.au with the words 'tell me m...

In this episode, I dive deep into how a hiker can get fit, strong and resilient for a big thru-hiking adventure. If you are training for a thru-hike, or have been dreaming of one in the future, this episode is for you! == This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so that they can conquer every adventure. If you are interested, sh...

This week, I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks so that they can conquer every adventure. If you are interested, shoot me an email at rowan@summistrength.com.au with the words 'tell me more'. From there, we can have a chat and see if and how the program might be a good fit for your goals and situation.

In this episode, I answer an incredibly common question I see from hikers: "Is running good training for hiking". Inside I explore what running can be good for in your hiking training, what is it NOT good for and who should/shouldn't consider it in their preparations. == Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking Facebook Group:  https...