TFM61: A Simple Mountaineering Training Plan
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
Release Date: 11/07/2025
TFM69: Training For Mountaineering In 2026
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
If you are a mountaineer who wants to get fit, strong and resilient in 2026 - this is for you! Inside, we explore our online personal training for mountaineering and talk through how we help mountaineers train, prepare, and conquer their adventures. == Interested in online training for mountaineering? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM68: Training For Ama Dablam: Interview With Shika
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I interview Summit Strength mountaineer Shika, who has just come off a successful summit of Ama Dablam in Nepal. Inside, she shares some insights into how the shift from just running and CrossFit for training to a structured, specialised approach for mountaineers prepared her for this adventure. == Interested in online training for mountaineering? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM67: A Quick Note On Strength Training For Mountaineers
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I explore one crucial point about strength training that all mountaineers should keep in mind when going about their training and preparations. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM66: Simulated Altitude Tents For Mountaineers
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode we are talking all about simulated altitude tents for mountaineers. And I am answering the question of whether I recommend altitude or hypoxic tents for mountaineers going on a high-altitude expedition. Inside, we cover: How altitude tents work Why the evidence presented around altitude can often be a bit confusing The anecdotal evidence about altitude tents from the mountaineering community Some basic 'best practices' for using an altitude tent A range of potential drawbacks for mountaineers considering using an altitude tent Some good (and not so good) alternatives...
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TFM65: How Mountaineers Can Build Strength Without Equipment
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I explore how a mountaineer can build some serious strength, even if they don't have access to dumbbells, barbells or machines to train on. I explore some simple loading strategies, a few of my favourite exercises for mountaineers and some simple tweaks to add challenge when needed. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM64: Circuit Training For Mountaineers
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I explore a few great methods of circuit training a mountaineer can use to help improve their fitness, strength and resilience for the mountains (which are MUCH more relevant than the typical approach to circuit training seen in the fitness industry). == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM63: Maintaining Strength In The Mountains (Over A Long Season)
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, we explore some ideas and strategies around how a mountaineer can maintain their strength (in a practical and effective way) during a long season in the mountains. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM62: Cool Downs For Mountaineers In Training
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
Inside this episode, we explore the ideas of cool-downs during training and why I believe they are overrated in most situations. == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program:
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TFM61: A Simple Mountaineering Training Plan
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I explore a very simple and straightforward training plan a mountaineer can follow to build their strength and fitness for the mountains. Chapters: 0:08 Simple Training for Mountaineering 4:32 The Balance of Simplicity and Effectiveness 6:37 Cardio and Conditioning Basics 11:09 Strength Training Essentials 16:56 Incorporating Longer Cardio Sessions 20:45 Managing Repetition and Boredom 24:08 Importance of Deload Weeks 25:03 Conclusion and Next Steps == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures? Check...
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TFM60: Exercises Mountaineers Probably Don't Need To Be Doing
The Training For Mountaineering Podcast
In this episode, I dive into a few exercises that I often see recommended for mountaineers, which, in all honesty, you probably don't need to be spending your time on. == Check out the Online Summit Program:
info_outlineIn this episode, I explore a very simple and straightforward training plan a mountaineer can follow to build their strength and fitness for the mountains.
Chapters:
0:08 Simple Training for Mountaineering
4:32 The Balance of Simplicity and Effectiveness
6:37 Cardio and Conditioning Basics
11:09 Strength Training Essentials
16:56 Incorporating Longer Cardio Sessions
20:45 Managing Repetition and Boredom
24:08 Importance of Deload Weeks
25:03 Conclusion and Next Steps
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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your mountaineering adventures?
Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-mountaineer.html