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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!

The Training For Trekking Podcast Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

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    • 4.8 • 103 Ratings

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!

    A Quick Heads Up (The Podcast Is Still Alive)

    A Quick Heads Up (The Podcast Is Still Alive)

    For all those who have been wondering, what is going on with this podcast? Why no new episodes? Don't worry! There will be plenty more! This episode just explains what has been going on with everything :) 

    • 2 min
    A 12 Month Strategy For Change

    A 12 Month Strategy For Change

    Today I share an incredibly simple strategy which, if applied, can see some dramatic change, improvement and progression over the course of a year.
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    This week, I am opening up enrollment to my signature program, The Online Summit Program.
    Specifically, I am looking for hikers who want to get strong and pain-free, so they can conquer every adventure.
    If that sounds like you, then follow the link below to book a discovery call with me.
    On this call, you can talk me through your situation, I can explain how my programs work, and we can see if and how one of my options may be right for your goals and situation.
    You can book a call on this page:
    https://www.summitstrength.com.au/apply.html

    • 11 min
    Kicking Off 2023 With A Bang

    Kicking Off 2023 With A Bang

    2023 is going to be a huge year of adventure! And today's episode is for any hiker who wants to kick the year off strong, and who wants to give themselves the best chance of an incredibly year of hiking :)
    To find out more about the training mentioned in the episode, you can go here: 
    https://www.summitstrength.com.au/apply.html
     

    • 6 min
    Wrapping Up 2022

    Wrapping Up 2022

    In this episode I talk through a few highs and lows of this last year. And I say a heartfelt thank you to all my listeners.

    • 11 min
    Isometric Training For Hikers

    Isometric Training For Hikers

    Inside this episode I explore what is known as 'isometric training' and who a hiker might apply this into their workouts. 
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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

    • 14 min
    Interviewing Stuart From Trek & Climb Fitness

    Interviewing Stuart From Trek & Climb Fitness

    In this episode I interview Stuart Ritchie: founder of Trek And Climb Fitness.

    Inside he shares some ideas around what got him into the world of coaching hikers, his ideas around training for the trail and shares a few great insights into preparing for your adventures.

    If you want to find Stuart online, you can find him through the links below:

    Instagram: @trekclimbfitness
    Website: https://www.trekandclimbfitness.com/
     

    • 25 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
103 Ratings

103 Ratings

Jacfr1 ,

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! ,

Rowan is the best!

Very knowledgeable. Very practical. This is an excellent source of information for any outdoor enthusiast or adventure seeker.

WyomingJill ,

Excellent

Excellent resource for hikers/backpackers. Rowan’s knowledge base and willingness to share is amazing! Looking forward to future backpacking trips and going into them more prepared physically so that I can be more confident and enjoy the trips even more. Thanks Rowan!

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