Wilderness Fitness Podcast with Dr. Rob Minturn PT, CSCS

Pain flared up after training, hiking, hunting, or everyday life? Before you panic, take a step back and assess the situation. In this episode, I discuss the three key steps to recovering from a setback: understanding what may have triggered your symptoms, knowing what to expect during the healing process, and progressively rebuilding tissue capacity. I cover the stages of inflammation, when to mo...

Dr. Rob Minturn hosted another episode of the Wilderness Fitness Podcast, focusing on the effects of caffeine on hunters and mountain athletes. He discussed nine key research findings about caffeine, covering topics including aerobic exercise performance, resistance training benefits, hydration, sleep effects, and mountain-specific considerations. The podcast covered how caffeine can enhance low t...

Tommy and I sat down for what I figured was going to be a 45 minute podcast about his experience working with tactile athletes.  I wanted to gain insight, and ultimately give you as a listener, insight as to what rehab looks like with a physical therapist who specializes in working with police/fire. The demand of the tactile athlete, is very similar to the demands placed on our bodies when we're h...

In this episode of the Wilderness Fitness Podcast, Dr. Rob addressed the common question from patients about whether they need to continue their exercise program for life after physical therapy. He explained while exercise should be a lifelong habit, the specific exercise routine should change regularly to prevent adaptation and maintain progress. Dr. Rob outlined three key principles that made ph...

In this podcast, Dr. Rob sits down with long time friend, physical therapist assistant and former CrossFit coach, Justin Burkett.    Justin and Dr. Rob weigh in on the best pieces of equipment to purchase when ballin' on a budget. Both points of view are unique, and easily justifiable when it comes to mountain preparedness. Preparing for an elk, sheep, goat, or high country mule deer hunt isn't ea...

Dr. Rob Minturn hosted a podcast discussing why weight loss should not be the primary focus of exercise programs, particularly for mountain athletes and hunters. He explained that while weight loss is important for performance and health, training specifically for weight loss can bias exercise selection toward high-intensity activities like Zone 4 and 5 workouts, which may not be optimal for sport...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts and hunting season prep tips ***************************************************************** In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Prete for a powerful and honest conversation that weaves together fitness, mental health, faith, and the impact of women-centered retreats. We kick things off by exploring Courtney’s journey i...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts and hunting season prep tips In this episode, Dr. Rob breaks down a counterintuitive concept in injury recovery: the idea of “letting things heal” passively. Instead, he explains how strategic, progressive loading is essential for proper tissue adaptation, strength development, and long-term resilience. What You’ll Learn: Why c...

Check out the website for links to the podcast, social media, and the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE Corey and I met through a mutual physical therapy friend who utilized Corey for his web design services. Corey ended up designing my new website. Through working with him, I discovered he has made some very incredible life changes. Corey doesn't hunt, although he's dabbled in the idea. Corey is a gu...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts and hunting season prep tips Check out the website for more information about what I do HERE Muscle soreness is a sign you’re creating adaptation. It comes from tissue damage, which triggers inflammation and helps your body rebuild stronger for the next stressor. Creating some soreness with your hunt prep workouts isn't just id...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts and hunting season prep tips In this episode, we sit down with Ben, the CEO of Sunny Skies CBD in Wisconsin, to break down the science and process behind CBD products. Ben walks us through how CBD is sourced and extracted, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how quality CBD products are made from plant to final product...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts and hunting season prep tips Community plays a bigger role in our physical and mental health than most people realize. In this episode, we talk about how the people you surround yourself with influence your training consistency, mental toughness, and success both in everyday life and on the mountain. From early morning workouts...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp HERE for a TON of free mini workouts, stretching guides, and hunting season prep tips More information on the website HERE Follow along on Facebook HERE and Instagram HERE In this episode, we sit down with a Michigan native to talk hunting, family, western tags, and building a life around the outdoors. We kick things off with one must-visit destination in Michigan...

Join the WiFI Physio Fitness Camp group HERE for more free resources Control the Controllables: Mountain Hunting Performance & Rehab In the mountains, chaos is guaranteed — weather shifts, animals disappear, travel gets delayed, and your body feels different at 10,000+ feet. You can’t control the wind or the terrain. But you can control the fundamentals that determine how you perform when it m...

This one's goofy, but hopefully you learn a thing or two about traveling, sleeping set ups, hunting buddies, and a few other things that go into hunting.  Check out the Wilderness Fitness Camp Community HERE for more information about workouts, preparing for your hunts, and a group full of rad hunters. 

After a four-month break from releasing podcast episodes, this episode is a reflection on what that pause taught me—about time, fitness, business, and living season to season, especially here in Alaska. I open up by sharing how surprisingly good it felt to step away for a minute. Not just from podcasting, but from constant consumption in general. That break created space to shift from always learn...

🎙 Ep 66: Top 11 Reasons Why You Won’t Go To The Gym (and What To Do About It) We all have excuses for skipping the gym—some valid, some… not so much. In this episode, I break down the 11 most common reasons people avoid the gym, from lack of time and high costs, to gym anxiety and not knowing what to do once you get there. You’ll hear: ✅ Why these excuses hold you back more than you think ✅ The...

🎙 Episode Title: Mom: A Noun, Not a Diagnosis Being a mom isn’t a medical condition—it’s a role, not a reason to accept back pain, leaking, lost intimacy, or feeling like your health comes last. In this episode, I break down the societal perceptions keeps put on mothers and show you how to flip the script. We cover: Leaking forever? Not if you take action now. Sex life changes? Short-term, maybe—b...

🏔 New Podcast Episode: Vert Gain vs Volume/Distance… Which Do You Progress?  Getting ready for the mountains isn’t just about racking up miles — it’s about building distance and vertical gain the smart way. In this episode, I’ll show you how to: ✅ Progress without burning out or getting injured ✅ Balance distance and vert for your goals ✅ Keep training simple but effective 🫀 Simple, steady, an...

🎙️ Episode Title: Adapting Your Way Off the Mountain When are you going to stop adapting…and start restoring? In this episode, Rob explores the fine line between modifying your life to cope and restoring your strength, mobility, and health so you can keep doing the things you love. Through real-life examples—whether it’s an older adult adapting to toileting needs, someone adjusting intimacy due to...

🎙️ Episode Title: These 4 Exercises Will Optimize Your Workouts This week’s episode was inspired by a listener-submitted question — and Rob's answers might surprise you. These aren't just his personal favorites; they’re crucial exercises for anyone prepping for time in the mountains. Here’s what we cover: 💪 Upper Body Dips: Ideal for training shoulder extension (something most of us rarely do). T...

🎙️ Episode Title: "You Can't Ride Two Horses With One Ass… Weight Loss and Performance" In this episode, Rob breaks down a common fitness dilemma: should you focus on losing weight or improving performance? Spoiler alert—you can’t effectively do both at once (unless you’re a newbie!). We explore: What it actually means to “choose a goal” The science and strategy behind weight loss: calorie deficit...

🎙️ Podcast Title: When Sex Feels Like A Crown of Thorns Episode Summary: In this deeply honest episode, we explore what it means when sex feels painful—described by some as akin to wearing a "crown of thorns" upon insertion or deeper penetration. While this experience can feel isolating and disheartening, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. We dive into both physiological and psychological...

🎙️ Podcast Summary – Pack Dumping: The Management of Type II Diabetes In this episode, we take a deep dive into Type II Diabetes—what it is, why controlling it matters, and how much control you really have over it. We start by busting a major myth: Type II Diabetes isn’t inherited.  Instead, it’s driven by lifestyle factors—specifically, how your body becomes resistant to insulin over time.  Imagi...

🎙️ Podcast Episode Title: Resting Intervals During Your Workouts Episode Summary: In this episode, we’re tackling one of the most common mistakes people make with their workouts: wasting time in the gym...with their rest times. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: 🔥 The Oven Analogy Pre-heat = Warm-up Cooking = Workout Rest before serving = Cool down Just like baking, you can’t expect great results without resp...