On this episode of Wilderness Medicine Updates, host Patrick Fink shifts focus from the science and literature of wilderness medicine to practical fitness tips for search and rescue personnel, ski patrollers, and outdoor rescuers. Patrick interviews Rob Shaw, founder and head coach of the Mountain Tactical Institute, about his specialized training programs for various types of mountain athletes, including those in industrial and tactical roles. They discuss the nuances of preparing for seasonal work, the distinct fitness demands of ski patrollers versus search and rescue members, and the importance of chassis integrity and mental fitness. Rob highlights minimal equipment training plans that can be effective for mountain professionals and recreational athletes alike, and offers a special discount for the show's listeners. Additional topics covered include Rob's nutritional recommendations and the concept of the 'quiet professional,' someone deeply committed to the craft of their work. 

Offer

Are you involved in mountain or wilderness rescue? Rob is offering the first 50 listeners who reach out to him a 20% discount on a training plan. Send your rescue or professional credentials to rob@mtntactical.com to secure your discount.

Links

Training Plans Patrick Likes:

Mountain Base Fitness Greek Heroine Series

Busy Dad Training Packet 

Backcountry Ski Preseason Training Plan
 

Exercises Discussed:

Leg Blasters

Scotty Bobs

Touch Jump Touch
 

Rob's Resources:

Ideal bodyweights for mountain athletes

Nutritional guidelines

Mountain/Wilderness SAR Fitness Assessment Training Plan

Resilience vs. Discipline vs. Perseverance: Why the Distinctions Matter in Mental Fitness

The 8 Core Attributes of Mental Fitness

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wilderness Medicine
00:46 Guest Introduction: Rob Shaw from Mountain Tactical Institute
04:38 The Evolution of Mountain Tactical Institute
06:58 Training for Mountain and Tactical Athletes
11:43 Fitness Demands for Ski Patrol
19:13 In-Season Training and Professionalism
24:47 Fitness for Search and Rescue Volunteers
25:10 Integrating Training with Da

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