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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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?

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​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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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)

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Mentioned in the episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/breath-hold-training-for-high-altitude-mountaineers-and-hikers

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​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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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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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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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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