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The Training For Trekking Podcast

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★★★★★
4.8
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This podcast has
450 episodes
Language
English
Date created
2019/04/29
Latest episode
2026/10/14
Average duration
26 min.
Release period
10 days

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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!

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Training To Hike The Scenic Rim Trail - Interview With Sarah
2026/10/14
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Sarah about her training leading up to the Scenic Rim Trail. Inside, she shares insights into her training, the roadblocks she faced along the way, and how everything came together as she completed the 80km trek, carrying her own pack and finishing without the knee pain that had followed every previous hike. == Mentioned in the episode: Learn more about the Scenic Rim Trail here: https://scenicrimtrail.com/​ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Hike The Sunshine Coast Trail
2026/09/23
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Jennifer about her training leading up to her second attempt at the Sunshine Coast Trail, a rugged 80-mile stretch through British Columbia. Inside, she shares what changed in her prep this time around, the roadblocks she worked through along the way, and how it all came together on the trail itself, including a brutal, unplanned 17.5 mile day. == Mentioned in the episode: ​ Shuttle service: https://sunshinecoastshuttle.ca/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpssunshinecoasttrail.comprpawsdonate == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Hike The West Maroon Trail
2026/09/16
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Todd about his training leading up to a hike the West Maroon Trail in Colorado. Todd hadn't exercised in over 30 years before starting, so inside he shares what it took to go from the couch to trail-ready, the setback that cost him a quarter of his training window, and how it felt crossing the summit with the friends he's had for four decades. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Leanne's Training Journey To Hike Kilimanjaro
2026/09/15
In this episode, I interview Leanne from Backtrack Adventures, who is at the very beginning of a training journey to hike Kilimanjaro. This will be a multi-part series as we follow along with her training, and today we introduce Leanne, chat about her inspiration for this upcoming trek and discuss some expected challenges she will be facing in the lead-up.  == Follow along with Leanne's journey here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backtrackadventures Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BackTrackAdventures Learn more about Leanne's Kilimanjaro trip here: https://www.backtrackadventures.com.au/journey/mount-kilimanjaro/
Training For To Hike Maine's Appalachian Trail - Cathleen's Story
2026/09/02
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Cathleen about her training journey to conquer Maine's notoriously challenging section of the Appalachian Trail.  Inside, she shares insights into her training, challenges, and experiences on some of the toughest sections of the entire 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
Training To Hike The West Highland Way
2026/08/19
In this episode I interview Summit Strength client Cyril, who at the age of 74 has recently completed the West Highland Way hike in Scotland. Inside, he shares some insights about how he trained for this 107-mile hike, the strategies he applied to improve his breathing, enjoyment and leg cramps and his experience on the trail. == About Maximum Adventrure (the company Cyril used for his hike): "Maximum Adventure specialises in walking and cycling adventures across the UK and Europe, including some of the UK's best-known long-distance trails such as the West Highland Way and Coast to Coast. We take care of the logistics, accommodation and baggage transfers, allowing you to enjoy the adventure at your own pace" Find them here: https://maximumadventure.com/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Thru-Hike Te Araroa: Interview With Sonia
2026/08/12
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Sonia, who is three-quarters through a training journey to prepare to thru-hike Te Araroa in New Zealand.  Inside, she shares some great insights on how she is training for this challenging long-distance trail, and the challenges she has faced along the way. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Hike The Tour du Mont Blanc: Interview With Jill & Dan
2026/08/08
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength clients Jill and Dan, who have recently come off a successful adventure of the Tour du Mont Blanc. Inside, they share some insights about their training and preparation for this iconic trail, as well as some very interesting insights about the trip itself. A great listen for anyone who has the Tour du Mont Blanc on their bucket list, or who is interested in high altitude 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
Made Up Problems For Hikers
2026/07/29
In this episode, I explore a trend in the world of hiking, where coaches are advocating for more and more complicated methods of training - even though the basics and fundamentals of training would probably work just as well. Something any hiker in training needs to look out for!    == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Hike The Via Francigena : Interview With Chris
2026/07/27
​In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Chris about her recent adventure tackling her last section of the Via Francigena pilgrimage walk. Inside she shares some insights about her preparation, training and her experience on this amazing trail.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
10 Days on Kilimanjaro's Northern Circuit: A Couple's Training Story
2026/07/15
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength graduates Karen and Charles, who have just come back from 10 days and a successful summit of Kilimanjaro's northern circuit. Inside, they talk about their training, preparation and experience on this amazing mountain.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
62, Two Knee Replacements, and Not One Anti-Inflammatory at Ningaloo
2026/07/08
In this episode I interview Summit Strength client Jenny, and inside she shares her experience training for a 12 day hiking, snorkelling and kayaking adventure at Ningaloo Reef. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Training To Thru-Hike 1000km On The Bibbulmun Track
2026/07/01
In this episode I chat with Mark, a Summit Strength graduate from Melbourne, about his training and experience thru-hiking the Bibbulmun Track - a 1,000 kilometre walk through Western Australia. Inside we chat about the strength and conditioning he used from this long distance hike, managing a calf strain early in training, the mental grind of weeks on trail, and practical advice for anyone planning a thru-hike. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
How to Know If You'll Be Ready for Your Hiking Adventure
2026/06/26
In this episode, we cover a simple set of questions you can ask yourself if you are eyeing off a big hiking adventure and are wondering, "Am I actually on track to be ready?" == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
The Most Important High Altitude Strategy
2026/06/04
In this episode, I explore the single most important factor that will determine your chance of success and comfort when hiking at high altitude.  == 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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4.8 out of 5
117 reviews
★★★★★
Jhessye Moore 2024/09/09
Lovely podcast
Rowan. I am training for a trek in Nepal in 2026. I injured my meniscus in 2023. I think with your advice is great. Your podcast and Chase Tucker’s...
★★★★★
Jacfr1 2022/10/01
Excellent advice
Rowan helped me get ready for a three-day challenging backpack that I completed without injury. Upbeat podcasts are practical and inspiring.
★★★★★
Trail lover! 2021/06/10
Rowan is the best!
Very knowledgeable. Very practical. This is an excellent source of information for any outdoor enthusiast or adventure seeker.
★★★★★
WyomingJill 2021/05/26
Excellent
Excellent resource for hikers/backpackers. Rowan’s knowledge base and willingness to share is amazing! Looking forward to future backpacking trips and...
★★★★★
jalanaSands 2021/04/07
AMAZING Resource!
After listening to several podcasts, I downloaded “Hikers Knee Prevention Guide.” It’s a very detailed schedule and plan that tells you what to do for...
★★★★★
JoshHoytChicago 2021/03/20
Well, thank you!!!
I am a hiker who loves long alpine hikes and treks like the Camino de Santiago. But I have many sports injuries that have accumulated over my 65 year....
★★★★★
Peak A Brew 2020/12/30
Great info for all hikers
Being in my mid 50s, I was looking for information that would help me gain some leg and core strength to improve my endurance during backpacking hikes...
★★★★★
Dash driver 2020/08/29
Best hiking training podcast out there
Best advice for trekking/hiking training that I’ve found. I’m retired and getting back into hiking. The information in this podcast has helped me star...
★★★★★
KWil84 2020/07/24
Best resource out there for hiking training
This podcast and his website are really the only great hiking training advice out there. There are articles of dubious quality but Summit Strength rea...
★★★★★
allie sheparo 2020/06/06
Amazing Podcast
Absolutely spectacular podcast, my current favorite and has been for many months now. I love how each episode is different than each other, but all re...
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