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Mike Lardy spent 40 years training retrievers. He's also a lifelong hunter who spends his retirement hunting upland and waterfowl all over the U.S. He shares some wisdom on dog selection, training, and tells his story of getting into dog training. Free Training Guide for Hunter's Over 50: How to Keep Hunting Hard After 50

Two things give us confidence in the field: 1. Knowing we've done the work. 2. Hitting benchmarks that tell us each aspect of our hunting fitness is good to go. During this episode, you'll learn important aerobic, muscular endurance, and pack weight metrics to measure against your current hunting fitness. If you can hit them before hunting season, you'll know you're ready to go. Wa...

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A lot of hunters worry that missing a workout will make them lose all of their progress. That's not the case. But there is a point when missing workouts becomes a big problem. This episode covers both of those situations and everything in between. Questions answered: 1. What happens if you miss a workout? 2. What if you often miss one workout per week? 3. If you have to miss a workout, how do...

The hunting preseason has started, and it's a confusing time for a lot of hunters. It's often panic time because hunters feel like they're playing catch up, and it causes them to make some poor training decisions. We'll help you avoid those with this episode of the podcast, starting with an answer to the question: What matters right now? Then we'll walk through the exact proces...

JM Prewitt is a family man, the founder and CEO of Cohesion Co, and a hunter. He's also a good friend and Packmule Apex client. We sat down in his trophy room to tell hunting stories and talk a little bit about hunting's gray areas and what we think about them.

Hunters often walk themselves into hip, knee, and back pain. This episode covers simple ways to keep that from happening.

I've been checking out the forums, and a lot of hunters ask about how much weight to ruck with and how to combine ruck training with strength training and other conditioning. So, I answer those questions in this episode. I also lay out how to progress your ruck training and offer some standards to know if you're where you need to be before the season. The article below includes a detailed...

*Note: We tried new editing software for this podcast and the video ended up wonky. I apologize for that. I wanted to get the info out to you, so I published it anyway. Late Offseason training continues! This episode breaks down the most important aspects of strength, muscular endurance, and conditioning that hunters should focus on in May to set themselves up for success in the preseason. Free Hu...

This QnA podcast covers: -Ancestral vs Modern Fueling -What mindset to have when you miss a workout -The Packmule Vision for the next 3 to 5 years -Some of my top book recommendations Free Hunting Fitness Assessment: The Hunter's Field Test

I'm on the road and doing a QnA podcast series from the truck. During this episode, I answer two questions: 1. Do you need a dedicated stretch day to fix tight hips caused by rucking? 2. What's the biggest thing about nutrition I've changed my mind on in the past 5 years? Links mentioned during the episode: Video: Table Lift Exercise Article: Fueling for Long Rucks, Runs, and Hikes

It's late offseason time, folks. This episode outlines the most important aspects of training hunters need to do in April to set themselves up for success in the summer. Free Hunting Fitness Assessment: The Hunter's Field Test You're Fine. You're Just Uncomfortable Caribou Shirt

Muscular endurance is the most misunderstood aspect of training for hunting. In this episode, you'll get the science of muscular endurance, as well as practical training methods, tactics, and exercises to improve your muscular endurance for mountain hunting. We'll also cover the most neglected, but important, aspects of muscular endurance training for mountain hunters. Article: How to Deve...

I chat with Tristan Corbett, a life-long New Zealand hunter, and creator of HuntMateNZ, an app loaded with education, guidance, and hunting maps that point hunters in the right direction to find the game they're after. Tristan tells his story of growing up as a hunter in New Zealand and how that led him to create HuntMateNZ. He also walks through the details of how easy and affordable it is fo...

In this QnA episode, I answer 3 listener questions: 1. How should you program sled training for hunting? 2. What mobility training should you do outside of the gym? 3. What's the most functional deadlift for hunting, hex bar or barbell? Mobility routine mentioned in the episode at the link below: Morning CARs Routine Free Pack Capacity Calculator at the link below: Pack Capacity Calculator

The title nails it for this one. I discuss how hunters should train in March. And to do that, I lay out Phase 3 of our Early Offseason Training block. I cover: -What kind of strength training and how much? -Adding in higher intensity conditioning -Continuing to build an aerobic base -Including rucking and incline training Please support my friend Casey Bard's fight against stage IV colorectal...

This episode covers why it's important to still do everything you can training-wise while dealing with an injury, from a fitness perspective, healing perspective, and psychological perspective. Some of the advice might surprise you. Download a Free copy of our Packmule Capacity Calculator at the link below: Pack Capacity Calculator

This episode gives you answers to great listener questions. Here they are as they sent them in: 1. I'd love to hear a podcast on training misconceptions, especially with this non-stop high output training being pushed by the big names in the hunting fitness space. 2. Assuming someone is fairly lean at a healthy weight but wants to try shaving off another 5-7 pounds, is there a training block d...

This is a QnA episode that covers two great conditioning questions for backcountry and mountain hunters.1. Should Zone 1 and 2 training be done at a steeper incline and slower speed?2. What should hunters do to build and maintain an aerobic base from year to year? How can they keep progressing when they've reached their maximum training time per week?(Article) Do You Know How Much Weight You S...

During this episode, Todd gives you a detailed description of what types and amounts of training move the needle for hunters during early offseason training. It includes: -Types of strength training and amounts -Aerobic conditioning (how much and when) -How to know if you're ready to add more intense conditioning -A breakdown of exactly how he's training his hunters right now Free Hunting...

In this episode, Todd breaks down the proper use of lifting belts and straps, explaining when they are beneficial and how to use them correctly. He also shares practical advice on building grip strength, programming with reps and reserve, and developing core stability for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Key topics: The correct way to use a lifting belt: reinforce core, not replace it When to util...

Unlock the key to sustainable endurance and faster recovery with zone two training—an essential for all hunters looking to optimize their performance and longevity. In this episode, Todd Bumgardner breaks down what zone two truly is, how to find your zones, and how to incorporate this philosophy into your training year-round. What is zone two and why it matters for hunters Physiological basics: ae...

In this episode, Todd Bumgardner addresses various questions related to training for hunting, focusing on the importance of upper body strength, preparing for specific conditions like muddy terrain, and the use of trekking poles. He discusses the significance of incline training, load adjustments for long rucks, and how to address strength imbalances in archery. The conversation emphasizes a holis...

In this episode, Todd Bumgardner discusses strength training specifically tailored for hunters, focusing on the best exercises, the importance of lifting heavy, and the role of muscle mass in performance and longevity. He emphasizes the need for relative strength, effective training methods, and the significance of maintaining muscle mass for injury prevention and overall health. Free Mountain Hun...