The Training For Mountaineering Podcast

Rowan Smith: Mountaineering Fitness Coach
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The Training For Mountaineering Podcast

The Training For Mountaineering Podcast is created to help mountaineers and alpinists best train, prepare and conquer their mountain adventures. Rowan shares with you the simple and proven training strategies to get you fit, strong and resilient for the mountain. Inside he dives into training, injury prevention, nutrition, mental strength and much much more. So you can have the best chance of a safe, enjoyable and successful adventure!

  1. 10/18/2020

    Recovery Strategies For Mountaineers

    In this episode, I discuss a simple list of recovery strategies a mountaineer can use, to optimize their recovery after training.   Each of these strategies is simple, cost-effective and time-efficient and, if used consistently, they can make a dramatic difference to long term training results.   ==   Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    17 min

  2. 10/04/2020

    Four Forgotten Muscles For Mountaineers

    In this episode, I discuss four forgotten muscles for mountaineers, which often get overlooked in their strength training, but which can have some fantastic benefits if training correctly. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    14 min

  3. 09/27/2020

    Training For Loaded Descents

    In this episode, I share some simple tips on how a mountaineer can train their body for descents, and ensure they can stay comfortable and safe on this part of the mountain. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    17 min

  4. 09/20/2020

    Your Pre-Training Routine

    In this episode, I discuss some simple actions a mountaineer can take as part of their pre-training routine, to ensure they are performing at their best, and getting the most out of their training for mountaineering. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    15 min

  5. 09/13/2020

    Testing Mountaineering Fitness (Part Two)

    In this episode, we explore part two of our fitness testing for mountaineers. Here we discuss a range of strength, endurance and core assessments a mountaineer can use, as well as when is the best time to use these in your training.  ==   Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    16 min

  6. 09/02/2020

    Testing Mountaineering Fitness (Part One)

    In this episode, I discuss fitness tests and assessments for mountaineers. We explore why they are important, what makes a good fitness assessment and a few ways to test aerobic fitness for mountaineers. ==   Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    20 min

  7. 08/30/2020

    Five Rules For Interval Training (For Mountaineers)

    In this episode, I discuss five rules a mountaineer should follow when doing interval training in their workouts. === Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?   Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    14 min

  8. 08/23/2020

    Uphill Athlete vs Summit Strength

    In this episode, I discuss some of the major differences in the training approaches for mountaineers between Uphill Athlete and Summit Strength. Over the last few weeks, I have had a number of conversations with aspiring mountaineers who were tossing up between an Uphill Athlete training program or a working with a Summit Strength preparation plan. so today, I discuss some of the major differences in our training approaches, so you will clearly know which approach suits you best. == Want to work with Summit Strength? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html

    15 min
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The Training For Mountaineering Podcast is created to help mountaineers and alpinists best train, prepare and conquer their mountain adventures. Rowan shares with you the simple and proven training strategies to get you fit, strong and resilient for the mountain. Inside he dives into training, injury prevention, nutrition, mental strength and much much more. So you can have the best chance of a safe, enjoyable and successful adventure!

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