The Training For Trekking Podcast

In this episode, I share with you a simple strategy to help give you some insight into where you should be focusing your training to best help you 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 I give some insight into the great debate on hiking poles. Are they a 'must carry' on the trail? Or is relying on them compromising your muscle and joint health? == 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 with you one of the most significant tips to help your recovery, pain management and mental health, if you are on a pain prevention journey. == 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/

Today I share a simple, effective and specific workout finisher a hiker can use to help develop their muscular endurance for the hills. == 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 discuss a few simple strategies a hiker can use when they start feeling a flare-up of knee pain while actually on the trail. ==   I'm currently enrolling for my Hikers Knee Prevention Program and looking for hikers who struggle with knee pain and what 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 m...

In this episode, I discuss a few unique situations on the trail which will commonly aggravate knee pain, and how a hiker can best prepare for them.   ==   I'm currently enrolling for my Hikers Knee Prevention Program and looking for hikers who struggle with knee pain and what to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks, so they can conquer every adventure.    If that sounds like you, shoot...

In this episode, I dive into a number of common mistakes I see from hikers who struggle with knee pain. We explore strength training, mobility work, cardio/conditioning, gear and mindset. == I'm currently enrolling for my Hikers Knee Prevention Program and looking for hikers who struggle with knee pain and what to get strong and pain-free over the next 12 weeks, so they can conquer every adventure...

Knee pain is the #1 issue I hear from hikers. In this episode, I explore a few reasons why that is the case. == I'm currently enrolling for my Hikers Knee Prevention Program and looking for hikers who struggle with knee pain and what 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 , or...

In this episode, I interview online client Dennis, and we discuss his background in hiking, his training with Summit Strength and how he has been dealing with a recent major 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

In this episode, I discuss one big mistake I see from hikers again and again, when they return from an injury or rehab process. === 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 give my opinion on the hiking technique known as the rest step. And I explain whether or not I recommend it to hikers who struggle going uphill. == 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 discuss some potential benefits a hiker can gain from respiratory muscle training (i.e strength training for breathing) for their high altitude 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 discuss an incredibly important pain management strategy for any hiker who struggles with long term pain in the feet, knees or back (or anywhere else for that matter!) == 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 discuss a simple training approach which a hiker can use to maintain their strength and fitness during hiking season (or at any other time which they want to reduce their training commitments). == 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 discuss a simple strategy to identify any potential blind spots you may have in 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/

One of my core philosophies are a coach, is to present and share training and preparation strategies which are practical for a hiker to follow.   My whole intention with the information I share (and use myself) is how can a hiker, trekker or backpacker, see the best results, with the least amount of effort and stress?   I firmly believe that this is the key to success for 99% of people out there....

In this episode, I explore a number of common strength training mistakes I often hear hikers making (and what to do instead). == 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 discuss a few different ideas a hiker can use to spice up their stair 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 discuss a few types of exercise and training a hiker can use to 'top-up' their current training programs. These options are perfect for the weeks where you want to do a bit of extra training but don't want to compromise your normal training program by doing too much.    ==   Want to learn more about training for your hiking adventures?   Join the Training For Hiking And Trekking...

In this episode, I discuss a few simple nutrition strategies a hiker can use, to ensure they are fueled sufficiently and can perform optimally when training first thing in the morning.  ==   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 expert coach Katie, who specialises in helping outdoor enthusiasts build strength so that have the confidence to conquer their next adventure.   Inside she shares some great insights around her philosophies around training, training for hiking, snowboarding and climbing, weight loss and much, much more.   == You can find Katie here: Website: https://kpxfitness.com/onli...

In this episode I try my best to answer the big question: Should a hiker wear shoes, or go barefoot, while doing your strength 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 interview veteran hiker and a fantastic women's health and fitness coach, Kaye. Inside we discuss her background in hiking, how she prepares for her challenging adventures and we explore her specialty in coaching, how she helps women stop the diet guilt while still enjoying chocolate. This episode is jam packed with great advice for any hiker, backpacker or trekker out there who...

In this episode, I talk through a simple checklist a hiker can use if they struggle with back pain. == We all know back pain is a terrible thing. There is nothing so stressful, so scary and so debilitating as recurring back pain. And if you are preparing for a significant hike, and you struggle with back pain, it can make things tricky. Because you need to be careful with longer hikes, you need to...

In this episode, I interview Seane Pieper, founder of Himalayan Guiding Australia, and he talks about his experience with Summit Strength and how he trained and prepared to tackle an 8000m peak in Nepal.   Inside this episode, he shares some great insights around trekking in Nepal, training for a big mountain climb, honing in his nutrition and hydration and many areas which will be incredibly bene...