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The Training For Trekking Podcast

Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

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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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Today, I share a pretty personal episode. Recently, my life get a bit turned upside down. And it hasn't been smooth sailing. In this episode, I explore how I am planning on rebuilding my training, after life got all out of whack. == If you would like to come join our new free community group for hikers (where I will be sharing my training journey),…
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Many hikers out there seem to think they are 'doing things wrong' if they feel their quads doing most of the work when hiking up or down steep hills. Today I break this subject down a bit, and explore why this isn't something you have to get obsessive about. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online S…
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Today I interview Kyle from Valley To Peak nutrition about nutrition for hot weather hiking. Inside he shares some great tips, strategies and ideas to help beat the heat on the trail! == Want to find Kyle from Valley To Peak Nutrition? Website: www.v2pnutrition.com/ Podcast: ​www.v2pnutrition.com/podcast Instagram: ​www.instagram.com/v2pnutrition/ …
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If you always struggle with breathing on steep uphills, pacing is an incredibly important skill. In this episode we explore what good pacing is for hikers and how to practice and develop this skill. == 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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Over the next three episodes, we explore some of the details of the Online Summit Program, and how we help hikers get fit, strong and resilient for their adventures :) This episode covers the first Pillar of the Program - Personalised Training. Want to learn more about the program? Book a chat with our team here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/a…
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Did you start the year strong with your training but lost momentum after a few months? Are you feeling like the middle of the year is the time to revamp your routine and get moving again? Do you have a big trip coming up later in the year and can't put off your training any longer? If you answered yes to any of those questions, today's episode is f…
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In this episode I dive into one of the biggest speedbumps for a consistent training process - social occasions. And I share a few tips on how I managed these during my 20 weeks training journey. == 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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In this episode I discuss a few important points if you are a hiker who is wanting to train hard for their adventure, but also considering a weight loss journey at the same time. == 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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In this episode I explore why it is SO important to be honest with yourself about your capabilities during training and hiking, and to not always avoid things which you are not great 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…
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In episode number two, of our twenty episode mini-series, I explore the statement of 'you get out what you put in' and how it related to my own training journey, but also its relevance for any hiker training towards a big goal. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summ…
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In this episode I begin a new mini-series for the podcast, where I explore 20 lessons which I learnt from 20 weeks of training. And I talk about how they relate to training for hiking and other adventures. In this first episode, I explore the concept of 'knowing your why'. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check o…
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In this episode, I interview Aaron from Backcountry Foodie, a dietician specialising in working with backpackers. Inside she shares two awesome ideas for creating backpacking meals (with a couple of simple recipe examples to go with them). == Want to check out Aaron's nutrition services for backpackers? You can find her website here: Backcountry Fo…
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​In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Heather and inside, she shares her story about training and preparation to tackle the challenging Colchuk Lake hike in The Enchantments. == 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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In this episode, I have Kyle from Valley To Peak Nutrition on the show, and he shines a light on a VERY misunderstood topic in the world of nutrition: fat. Specifically, he talks about the differences between dietary fat (i.e. what you eat) and body fat (what is on your body) - and how it relates to fuel for energy and hiking. This episode will be …
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This morning, I hurt myself while training. This episode explores the physical and mental battles I am going through right now, as I struggle with the idea that my upcoming goal and dream may now be off the cards... I really hope this episode can be insightful and potentially inspirational for any hiker who is going through a similar thing.…
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In this episode I share a fantastic drill a hiker can use to help improve their breathing control (this can be very beneficial for anyone who gets super huffed and puffed going up hills!). == 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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In this episode, I interview recent Summit Strength graduate Andrea about her experience training for her first multi-day hike - the Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia. Inside we explore: The training Andrea did to get fit for the Cape to Cape Track The challenges and obstacles she faced through her preparations (and how she overcame them) Her…
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In this episode I share a 'laundry list' of different elements of fitness and training a hiker should be covering, to ensure the best chance of a safe, enjoyable and successful adventure. == This week, we are opening enrolment to our signature program, the Online Summit Program. We are looking for hikers who want to get fit, strong and resilient, s…
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In this episode I explore a number of different 'levels' of aspiration which a hiker commonly aims towards with their training. == This week, we are opening enrolment to our signature program, the Online Summit Program. We are looking for hikers who want to get fit, strong and resilient, so they can conquer every adventure. If that sounds like you,…
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