On 21 May 2026, Summit Strength client Shika stood on top of Mount Everest after eight years of climbing and four months of structured preparation with Rowan. In this episode she shares how she trained for the mountain, how she managed the competing demands of work and a master's thesis without burning out, and what summit day actually felt like. If you're dreaming of a serious adventure and wondering whether your body can handle it, this one is for you.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

​Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

In this episode, I explore a dead-simple mindset technique a mountaineer can use to manage stress and nerves in the lead-up to a challenging expedition.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

​Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

In this episode, I explore whether breaking up your long cardio days into shorter sessions throughout the week is an effective or recommended strategy to help manage scheduling.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

​Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

In this episode, I explore how a mountaineer should (and should not) judge the intensity of their strength training.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

If you are going through training for a mountaineering journey, don't fool yourself into thinking your memory is reliable. This episode explores why this is an important subject to be aware of and a simple strategy to help.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

Most mountainers are aware that recovery during their time is important. But the actual application of recovery protocols and strategies in the mountaineering community often leaves a lot to be desired... one aspect of recovery which often doesn't get applied well is 'active' recovery.

In this episode, we explore this topic and dive into:

• What active recovery is (and why it can be valuable for mountaineers in training)
• Common mistakes I often see from mountaineers with their active recovery
• Some simple recommendations and tips to help you get the most out of this aspect of training

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

In this episode, we share some areas a mountaineer can look at if they are always fatiguing early in their longer hikes or runs.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

​In this episode, we explore some common myths about strength training that are commonly shared in the mountaineering community.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

In this episode, we talk about the concept of Aerobic Deficiency 'Syndrome' for mountaineers and why I believe the conversation around this topic needs to change.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html

​In this episode, I explore some quick (but very useful) tips to help a mountaineer get better results from their strength training.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/mountaineer.html