Podcast Episodes

Wim Hof Breathing For High Altitude Hikers And Mountaineers

Season 1 Episode 449

Inside, we explore Wim Hof breathing and how it relates to high altitude hiking and mountaineering. And we discuss if it is an effective method to us…

2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Are Hills Or Stairs Better For Hikers In Training?

Season 1 Episode 448

​In this episode, we explore a few considerations if you are trying to decide whether to do hill or stair training in your workout program.

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

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Can Strength Training Make You Worse At Hiking?

Season 1 Episode 447

In this episode, we explore the idea that 'incorrect' or 'inefficient' strength training can have a detrimental impact on your hiking. 

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3 months ago

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Rucking For Hikers: Myths vs Facts

Season 1 Episode 446

In this episode, we explore the idea of rucking for hikers (e.g loaded-pack walking). And we give a bit of a nuanced take on this subject (to try and…

3 months, 1 week ago

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Why Not Do Both?

Season 1 Episode 445

​In this episode, I bring some common sense to one of the more silly debates in the world of training for hiking. 

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3 months, 1 week ago

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Carbon Dioxide For Hikers And Mountaineers

Season 1 Episode 444

In this episode, we explore the idea of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers.

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What carbon dioxide tolerance…

3 months, 2 weeks ago

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Don't Fall Short With Your Training Hikes

Season 1 Episode 423

​In this episode, I explore the number one mistake a hiker can make when preparing for a big hiking adventure (and what to do instead).

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

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Are Altitude Gyms Lying To High Altitude Hikers?

Season 1 Episode 442

In this episode, we talk about simulated altitude gyms. And we explore a few of the claims people often make about this training, which can be VERY m…

4 months ago

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Training For Kilimanjaro: Interview With Wanda

Season 1 Episode 441

In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Wanda, who recently came off a successful summit of Kilimanjaro. Inside, she shares some insights…

4 months, 1 week ago

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The BOLT Score For Hikers And Mountaineers

Season 1 Episode 440

In this episode, we dive into the BOLT Score, a widely recommended test in the world of breathing training. We discuss what the BOLT Score measures, …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

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