Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

The Training For Trekking Podcast

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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!

Author

Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

Category

Sports

Podcast website

www.summitstrength.com.au

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

TFT385: Strength Development And Hiking 20.01.2025

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...

TFT384: Don't Fall At The First Hurdle 08.01.2025

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  

TFT383: Training For Hiking In 2025 05.01.2025

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  

TFT382: My Red Flags As A Coach 23.12.2024

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  

TFT381: Red Flags In Coaches 21.12.2024

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  

TFT380: Thank You To The Hiking Community 17.12.2024

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. 

TFT379: Answering Your Nutrition Questions With Kyle Kamp 13.12.2024

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):...

TFT378: The Ups And Downs Of Training 04.12.2024

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

TFT377: Training In December 28.11.2024

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      

TFT376: Chatting With Gordon From Bushcraft Survival Australia 20.11.2024

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...

TFT375: The Case For Awkward Training 13.11.2024

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

TFT374: Interviewing Ray From Back Track Adventures 06.11.2024

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/

TFT373: Returning To Training After Life Gets Tough 31.10.2024

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...

TFT372: Learn How To Train For Hiking 20.10.2024

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

TFT371: If Pain Is Getting Worse 09.10.2024

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

TFT370: Don't Be Scared Of Your Quads 02.10.2024

Many hikers out there seem to think they are 'doing things wrong' if they feel their quads doing most of the work when hiking up or down steep hills. Today I break this subject down a bit, and explore why this isn't something you have to get obsessive about. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.a...

TFT369: Upgrading Interval Training For Hikers 25.09.2024

In this episode I explore a few pieces of advice on how a hiker can get the most out of their interval training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

TFT368: Weight Loss And Hiking (A Quick PSA) 18.09.2024

Today I talk about an incredibly important subject for any hiker who is also going through a weight loss journey.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

TFT367: A Quick Strength Training Tip For Hikers 12.09.2024

Today I share a dead-simple (but very powerful!) tip to help you push harder and focus deeper with your strength training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html  

TFT 366: A Start Of The Week Routine 04.09.2024

Today I explore a simple (but incredibly powerful) habit you can get into at the start of your week, which can make a dramatic difference to your long term training journey. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

TFT365: A Note On Loaded Pack Walking 28.08.2024

Today I explore an important topic for all hikers using loaded pack walking in their training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

TFT364: Nutrition For Hot Weather Hiking 19.08.2024

Today I interview Kyle from Valley To Peak nutrition about nutrition for hot weather hiking. Inside he shares some great tips, strategies and ideas to help beat the heat on the trail! == Want to find Kyle from Valley To Peak Nutrition? Website:   www.v2pnutrition.com/ Podcast:  ​ www.v2pnutrition.com/podcast Instagram:  ​ www.instagram.com/v2pnutrition/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for...

TFT363: Are You Improving? 29.07.2024

In this podcast I talk through some important measures to keep in mind to understand if your hiking is improving (or not).  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

TFT362: Understanding Pacing 22.07.2024

If you always struggle with breathing on steep uphills, pacing is an incredibly important skill. In this episode we explore what good pacing is for hikers and how to practice and develop this skill. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program:  https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html    

TFT361: Coaching and Support 03.07.2024

In this episode I explore the third Pillar of the Online Summit Program - Coaching and Support.  Want to learn more about how we help hikers get fit, strong and resilient for their adventures? Book a chat with our team here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/apply.html

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