Delving a little bit further into why Instagram (and tiktok, twitter, facebook etc.) is not your training provider, inspired by a conversation that Richard Prideaux had with our friend Luke

This is not to say that there isn't a bounty of useful and legitimate knowledge out there on the internet, just a few pointers on how to sift out the people who are thinking less about how what they say will be used and more about the likes, shares and exposure.

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- Luke
- Colin Furze
- Alltrails news story


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A recent event encountered by Richard Prideaux involving a dog, a chainsaw and quick reactions was the inspiration for this latest episode of Modern Outdoor Survival. We delve into reflexes and our acute stress responses as humans.

Richard and Amy talk in detail about how your body reacts to acute stress and the importance of practicing potentially life saving sequences in order to manipulate your body into reacting well. This isn't a quick fix or easy way of doing things, but it is something worth dedicating time to.



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Richard Prideaux and Ralph talk about avalanches, what they are, how to avoid being caught in one and the personal skills to develop if you want to spend time on snowy mountains.

On this episode of Modern Outdoor Survival, Richard welcomes Ralph to the show to talk about snow, primarily avalanches. Ralph lives within the Arctic circle at 69.18˚ N and has a particular interest in avalanches. He is also a member of the local Search and Rescue team.



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- Norwegian Avalanche and Natural Risk Service
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At the weekend, Richard Prideaux led a group on a 50km supported walk/jog/run in the Brecon Beacons with the aim of completing it in 10 hours. This a breakdown of the gear he carried and the reasoning behind it all.

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Richard Prideaux sits down with Alistair, a local friend and someone who has been through a lot of training, to sit in the woods and discuss what to look for when seeking out instruction.

Learning any new skill can be daunting and when it is related to your safety and survival it is even more important to seek out appropriate instruction which not only meets your needs in terms of the level it will bring you up to, but also in learning style and depth of knowledge behind the trainer.

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Richard Prideaux answers questions from our listeners on this show. Topics include what to put in first aid kits, the importance of language when talking to others about being prepared and survival, and the lessons we have learned from clients over the years.



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What do you do if you end up effectively stranded, in trouble, with no means of calling for help, and having not left a plan with anyone? Richard Prideaux answers this question put to him by one of our listeners and patrons.


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On this episode Richard Prideaux is tearing apart a bugout bag -and not just any bug out bag, but one which was purchased by a listener and supporter of the show.

We go through item by item, discussing the pros and cons of what has been included and which are going to realistically be of use when "bugging out".


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The guys from Future Conflicts join Richard Prideaux on the show to talk about their new training movement. The aims are simple, provide a training scheme and community in which people from all walks of life can learn tactical wilderness skills.

The guys talk about teaching these skills, setting up the business and get into the nitty gritty of the difference between bushcraft and survival.

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We often come across content about bug out bags and people setting off to adventure around the world, but something which isn't always talked about alongside the flat lays...is fitness.

The ability to carry your gear comfortably, stay upright when walking over difficult terrain, pull out an extra 30% or more of effort when required, and heal quickly from injury is all related to fitness.

We talk about diet, strength and aerobic training and how these are beneficial to all of your activities.

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