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Rating
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429 episodes
Language
EnglishExplicit
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Date created
2019/04/29
Latest episode
2026/04/22
Average duration
20 min.
Release period
8 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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Wim Hof Breathing For High Altitude Hikers And Mountaineers
2026/04/22
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 use in your training or while on the mountain.
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Are Hills Or Stairs Better For Hikers In Training?
2026/04/15
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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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Can Strength Training Make You Worse At Hiking?
2026/04/08
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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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Rucking For Hikers: Myths vs Facts
2026/04/01
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 balance out a lot of the exaggeration that is seen online with this subject).
Inside, we answer the questions:
Is rucking an effective way to build muscle strength? Is rucking useful for improving or maintaining bone density? Can rucking help with weight loss? Is rucking beneficial for the immune system? Can rucking help with longevity? ==
Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Why Not Do Both?
2026/03/25
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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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Carbon Dioxide For Hikers And Mountaineers
2026/03/18
In this episode, we explore the idea of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers.
You will learn:
What carbon dioxide tolerance training is (and the theories on why it can be beneficial for exercise performance) The potential benefits of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers Can carbon dioxide tolerance training help with high-altitude acclimatisation, reduce the risk of altitude sickness or improve high altitude exercise performance? How to test and track carbon dioxide tolerance A few training approaches that can help improve carbon dioxide tolerance (and my opinion on their application for hikers and mountaineers) ==
Mentioned in the episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/breath-hold-training-for-high-altitude-mountaineers-and-hikers
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Don't Fall Short With Your Training Hikes
2026/03/11
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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Mentioned in this episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/how-to-plan-your-training-hikes
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Are Altitude Gyms Lying To High Altitude Hikers?
2026/03/04
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 misleading to aspiring high altitude hikers, as well as a few of the actual benefits of this type of training.
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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 For Kilimanjaro: Interview With Wanda
2026/02/25
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Wanda, who recently came off a successful summit of Kilimanjaro. Inside, she shares some insights about her inspiration for this trip, her training for this high altitude adventure and some of her experiences on the mountain.
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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 BOLT Score For Hikers And Mountaineers
2026/02/19
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, its relevance for hikers and mountaineers and if and how it should be used.
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Something Slightly Different In 2026
2026/02/11
In this episode, we explore some slightly different episodes I will be bringing to the podcast this year (and why I have finally decided to speak about certain topics).
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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 For Everest Base Camp: Interview With Yolanda
2026/02/04
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength hiker Yolanda, who recently completed the Everest Base Camp Trek. Inside, she shares how she trained for this high altitude hike, and shares some of her experiences on this amazing adventure.
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Different Pacing Strategies For Uphill Hiking
2026/01/28
In this episode, I explore three different pacing strategies a hiker can take for steep uphill hiking (and what my recommended approach is in most situations).
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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 For The Kokoda Track: Interview With Marika
2026/01/21
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength hiker Marika, who recently successfully completed the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. Inside, she shares how she trained and prepared for this strenuous trail, and gives some insight into her experience on the trail.
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Are Limitations Hurting Your Hiking?
2026/01/14
In this episode, we explore why sometimes advice about limiting certain movements and activities can be detrimental to your hiking and life.
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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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Jam rocking 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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