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In this episode, I explore seven simple habits a hiker can sneak into their day, which can have a positive effect on their energy, mood and outlook for their training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Exploring something which drives me a bit mental in the hiking community! == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, I explore a few strategies a hiker can use if their confidence hits rock bottom after a recent hike (inspired by my own recent events!). == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, I talk about a simple challenge that can be an excellent thing for any hiker who always seems to be 'on the go' in their day-to-day lives. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, I talk about common problems a lot of hikers run into when they are tackling flat hiking and walking. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
A few times a year I get asked by a hiker "I am going on a big hiking trip with my kids. What can I do to help them prepare"? Inside this episode, I explore my thoughts on the subject, and where I believe is best to put your focus" == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Have you ever considered using generative AI to help your training for hiking? Well, if so, this episode is for you! Inside, I explore a few things you need to be aware of if you are going down this route. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, I share two simple mindset tips that can make a dramatic difference in your performance and mental state when training and hiking. == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would love to chat with you. To find out more, email rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "let's chat". From there, we can find a time to hop on a call together, where we can get to know each other; we can chat about your goals and situation and see if and how one of our options may be right for you.
In this episode, I share two simple recovery tips to help your body and mind bounce back in between days of training and hiking. == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would love to chat with you. To find out more, email rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "let's chat". From there, we can find a time to hop on a call together, where we can get to know each other; we can chat about your goals and situation and see if and how one of our options may be right for you.
In this episode, I share two effective tips to upgrade your cardio training (to best help your hiking adventures). == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would love to chat with you. To find out more, email rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "let's chat". From there, we can find a time to hop on a call together, where we can get to know each other; we can chat about your goals and situation and see if and how one of our options may be right for you.
In this episode, we cover two quick tips to enhance your strength training for hiking. == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would love to chat with you. To find out more, email rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "let's chat". From there, we can find a time to hop on a call together, where we can get to know each other; we can chat about your goals and situation and see if and how one of our options may be right for you.
In the first of a 5-part mini-series, this episode covers two simple (but effective) tips to 'upgrade' your training hikes, to best help your hiking adventures. == This week, we are looking for hikers to join our signature program, The Online Summit Program. If you have a big adventure in your sights this year, or you want to get on top of an ache or pain that is holding back your hiking, or you want to be in the best position for your regular hiking for 2025, I would love to chat with you. To find out more, email rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words "let's chat". From there, we can find a time to hop on a call together, where we can get to know each other; we can chat about your goals and situation and see if and how one of our options may be right for you.
There are thousands of different approaches in the world of fitness and nutrition. And for each outcome you are trying to achieve, there are many roads to success. But unfortunately, this idea can often get lost. In this episode, an interesting story about a course I did and the surprising prevalence of coaches falling into a 'one size fits all' mindset. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, we explore how a hiker can navigate group exercise classes if they have a recurring issue that sometimes flares up from these sessions. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode, we explore how a hiker can navigate personal training sessions if they have a recurring issue that sometimes flares up from these sessions. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
If you are trying to shave off weight from your hiking pack, please don't make this mistake! == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
If you are wanting to unlock all the amazing benefits strength development can have for your hiking, please make sure you are doing the right things! In this episode I explore a few different areas of training which people often say are 'strengthening' and weather they can actually count as 'strength training' (To be very clear I LOVE all the types of training I mention in the podcast, for various reasons. But we need to be clear about what they are actually doing!) == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Today I talk about an incredibly important subject for any hiker who is starting the year with big training intentions. == Want some extra help with your trainnig for hiking? Check out the Online Summit Program here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Today I share an incredibly important point for any hiker who is going through a training process and also struggling with pain or injury. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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 Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore a few pieces of advice on how a hiker can get the most out of their interval training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Today I talk about an incredibly important subject for any hiker who is also going through a weight loss 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
Today I share a dead-simple (but very powerful!) tip to help you push harder and focus deeper with your strength training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
Today I explore a simple (but incredibly powerful) habit you can get into at the start of your week, which can make a dramatic difference to your long term 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
Today I explore an important topic for all hikers using loaded pack walking in their training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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/ == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this podcast I talk through some important measures to keep in mind to understand if your hiking is improving (or not). == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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
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/apply.html
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 for you. == Want to learn more about the Online Summit Program? Book a time to chat about it all here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/apply.html
In this episode I explore why coming up with a follow up plan BEFORE you finish your training can be so valuable. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore how self reflection can be SO powerful when you are getting towards the tail end of a training process. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore one powerful question you can use, when things start to feel a bit overwhelming in your training and preparations. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore an incredibly simple, but powerful, mental strength strategy which can make a dramatic difference when things get tough. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore a simple strategy which can save you A LOT of mental energy if you are going through a big 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
In this episode I explore the subject of recovery and how it can make or break a 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
In this episode I explore how having some simple conversations can make a dramatic difference to the chance of success during a training process. = Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore how some seemingly inconsequential 'triggers' can have a cascade effect which can majorly disrupt your training. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore how keeping a training journal, and dedicating a small amount of time to self-reflection, can be an absolute game changer when it comes to your progress. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore on of THE most important things you need to be aware of when working with a coach, trainer or following a structured training plan. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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
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
In this episode I explore why planning your day can be the most powerful action you do to help your training, consistency and, ultimately, your hiking. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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
In this episode I explore the single best recovery tool a hiker can use, to aid their training and hiking. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In episode number 4 of this 20 episode mini series we explore the topic of why getting professional advice in times of uncertainty is so important. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
In this episode I explore why having one trusted source or information, and avoiding distractions, is SO important if you are training towards a big goal. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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 out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html
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