The Training For Trekking Podcast

If you are a hiker looking to get fit, strong and resilient in 2025, we want to chat with you! To find out more and book a call with our team, you can go here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html 

Cramping while hiking is the worst. They can be SUCH a pain and can really suck a lot of enjoyment out of a day on the trail. In this episode, I explore a few common risk factors when it comes to cramps on the trail and talk through some ideas you can use to help prevent cramps while hiking. == This week, we are opening enrolment to our signature program, the Online Summit Program.   We are looking for hikers who want to get strong and pain-free, so they can conquer every adventure.   If that sounds like you, and you want to find out if and how this program may be a good fit for your goals and situation, you can book a free discovery call with us through the link below:   https://summitstrength.com.au/apply

In this episode, I explore a few common traits in the 'bodybuilding approach' to strength training, which I believe might not be the best approach for hikers with their training...  == This week, I am enrolling for my signature program, the Online Summit Program.     I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free, so they can conquer every adventure.     If you want to find out more, send me an email to rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words 'I'm interested' and we can have a chat. 

In this episode, I talk through some strategies you can use in December to set yourself up for a big, successful and exciting year of training and adventure in 2026.  == 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 Hursh from Optiventure, a new business that specialises in supplements for hikers. Inside, he shares some insights about their business journey and what they are trying to accomplish in the outdoor space. Inside, we cover: What was the inspiration behind Optiventure (and a look at the beginnings and early journey of their business) What Optiventure are trying to do in the supplements space (and why they believe their product is unique in the outdoor market) Some of the challenges they have faced in their business journey so far Who their product is for (and what particular benefits their supplements are intended to provide) Where supplementation fits into the bigger picture (Hint: it is never supposed to be a replacement for good eating or training habits!)  Want to learn more about Optiventure? You can find them here: Website: https://optiventure.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optiventure.co

In this episode, I discuss a few strategies a hiker can use if they are trying to fit in longer-distance training hikes over the summer months.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

This week, we are doing a big enrollment drive for our signature program, The Online Summit Program. Specifically, we are looking for hikers who want to get fit, strong and resilient so they can conquer every adventure. If you want to learn more, and see if any how this program may be right for you and your hiking, you can book a free discovery call with our team here: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/application.html

In this episode, I interview Summit Strength graduate Amy, who recently came off a successful hike on the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland. ​Inside, she shares some insights about how training and preparations, and also talks about her experiences on this amazing trail.  == Want to learn more about the hiking tour Amy did? You can check out 'Viking Women Tours' here: https://www.vikingwomen.is/ 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, we explore one crucial aspect to ensure you fit your training, even if you're already following a very active exercise routine. == 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 compare weight vests vs backpacks and talk through if they are useful for a hikers 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

Following up from last episode, today we share a situation where tracking workouts and increased awareness led to a significant win. == 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, we explore self-awareness and why it is SO important to your long-term training success. == 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 simple workout structure a hiker can use if they want to work on their cardio at home (or anywhere indoors) but don't have access to any equipment. == 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 situation where 'cleaning up' your diet before a big hike might actually cause more issues than it solves...  == 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 area of the hiking industry that I hate: BMI cut-offs for hiking expeditions. Inside, I discuss why I dislike these and explore alternatives for hikers who might encounter cut-offs that hinder their dream adventures. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

Circuit-based HIIT is VERY popular in the fitness industry. And it can be great for general fitness and weight loss. But if you are a hiker who is actively trying to improve your fitness and strength for the trail, this might not be the best approach...  In this episode, we discuss why solely focusing on circuit-based HIIT might not be the best idea, and share some simple ideas on how you can adjust your training to work around this.  == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

The longer a hike goes, the more of a mental battle it can become. In this episode, we explore a range of tips a hiker can use before they head off, which can make a major difference to their mindset and enjoyment on a longer-term hike.  = 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 Graduate Mary, who has recently come off a successful adventure on the Larpainta trail. Inside, we explore her training and preparation, and chat about her experience on one of Australia's most iconic trails. == 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 have a multi-day hike coming up, and it is worrying you a bit, this episode shares a simple approach to help manage your nerves and get your mindset prepared for your adventure. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

I am currently in what many people would say 'great shape'. But on the weekend, I spent hours and hours walking, and my body got sore. What gives? In this episode, we explore this situation and why not all types of 'fitness' are enough to feel comfortable when 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