Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach
The Training For Trekking Podcast
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!
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Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach
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Latest episode
Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
TFT360: Education 02.07.2024 5:56
In this episode I explore the second Pillar of the Online Summit Program - Education. 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
TFT361: Pillar One - Training 02.07.2024 14:01
Over the next three episodes, we explore some of the details of the Online Summit Program, and how we help hikers get fit, strong and resilient for their adventures :) This episode covers the first Pillar of the Program - Personalised Training. Want to learn more about the program? Book a chat with our team here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/apply.html
TFT358: Revamping Your Training 02.07.2024 10:02
Did you start the year strong with your training but lost momentum after a few months? Are you feeling like the middle of the year is the time to revamp your routine and get moving again? Do you have a big trip coming up later in the year and can't put off your training any longer? If you answered yes to any of those questions, today's episode is for you. == Want to learn more about the Online Su...
TFT357: Have A Follow Up Plan 29.04.2024 16:56
In this episode I explore why coming up with a follow up plan BEFORE you finish your training can be so valuable. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT356: Self Reflection 22.04.2024 10:12
In this episode I explore how self reflection can be SO powerful when you are getting towards the tail end of a training process. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT355: Simplicity 15.04.2024 11:52
In this episode I explore one powerful question you can use, when things start to feel a bit overwhelming in your training and preparations. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT355: Have A Mantra 08.04.2024 8:20
In this episode I explore an incredibly simple, but powerful, mental strength strategy which can make a dramatic difference when things get tough. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT353: Have A Prepared Answer 01.04.2024 7:18
In this episode I explore a simple strategy which can save you A LOT of mental energy if you are going through a big 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
TFT352: Be Serious About Your Recovery 26.03.2024 10:33
In this episode I explore the subject of recovery and how it can make or break a 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
TFT351: Search Out Support 04.03.2024 11:01
In this episode I explore how having some simple conversations can make a dramatic difference to the chance of success during a training process. = Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT350: Avoid Triggers 28.02.2024 15:46
In this episode I explore how some seemingly inconsequential 'triggers' can have a cascade effect which can majorly disrupt your 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
TFT349: Ask Questions 26.02.2024 10:01
In this episode I explore a major mistake I made in the early stages of my training (and how I turned it around). = 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/
TFT348: Self Reflection 21.02.2024 11:31
In this episode I explore how keeping a training journal, and dedicating a small amount of time to self-reflection, can be an absolute game changer when it comes to your progress. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT247: Trust The Process 19.02.2024 12:12
In this episode I explore on of THE most important things you need to be aware of when working with a coach, trainer or following a structured training plan. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT346: Plan For Social Occasions 14.02.2024 16:16
In this episode I dive into one of the biggest speedbumps for a consistent training process - social occasions. And I share a few tips on how I managed these during my 20 weeks 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
TFT345: Training Hard And Weight Loss Journeys 12.02.2024 14:56
In this episode I discuss a few important points if you are a hiker who is wanting to train hard for their adventure, but also considering a weight loss journey at the same time. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT344: Plan Your Day 07.02.2024 8:24
In this episode I explore why planning your day can be the most powerful action you do to help your training, consistency and, ultimately, your hiking. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT343: Don't Avoid What You Suck At 05.02.2024 12:10
In this episode I explore why it is SO important to be honest with yourself about your capabilities during training and hiking, and to not always avoid things which you are not great at. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT342: The Best Recovery Tool 31.01.2024 14:24
In this episode I explore the single best recovery tool a hiker can use, to aid their training and hiking. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT341: When In Doubt 29.01.2024 8:40
In episode number 4 of this 20 episode mini series we explore the topic of why getting professional advice in times of uncertainty is so important. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT340: Avoid Distractions 24.01.2024 7:18
In this episode I explore why having one trusted source or information, and avoiding distractions, is SO important if you are training towards a big goal. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT339: You Get Out What You Put In 23.01.2024 7:53
In episode number two, of our twenty episode mini-series, I explore the statement of 'you get out what you put in' and how it related to my own training journey, but also its relevance for any hiker training towards a big goal. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
TFT338: 20 Lessons From 20 Weeks Of Training (#1) 19.01.2024 13:22
In this episode I begin a new mini-series for the podcast, where I explore 20 lessons which I learnt from 20 weeks of training. And I talk about how they relate to training for hiking and other adventures. In this first episode, I explore the concept of 'knowing your why'. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summi...
TFT337: Backpacking Meal Inspiration - Interview With Aaron From Backcountry Foodie 06.12.2023 17:34
In this episode, I interview Aaron from Backcountry Foodie, a dietician specialising in working with backpackers. Inside she shares two awesome ideas for creating backpacking meals (with a couple of simple recipe examples to go with them). == Want to check out Aaron's nutrition services for backpackers? You can find her website here: Backcountry Foodie
TFT336: Training to Hike Colchuck Lake - Interview With Heather 27.11.2023 23:43
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Heather and inside, she shares her story about training and preparation to tackle the challenging Colchuk Lake hike in The Enchantments. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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