The Training For Mountaineering Podcast

In this episode, I explore some better ways of judging your fitness, preparedness, and readiness for mountaineering than using a VO2 max test.

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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 breath-hold training for high-altitude mountaineering and hiking, breaking down some of the claimed benefits of this breathing training method and exploring its relevance and effectiveness for high-altitude preparations.

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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/mountaineer

In this episode, we explore some simple guidelines a mountaineer should follow to ensure their strength training is well-rounded, efficient and effective.

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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 a simple (but incredibly powerful) mindset strategy to help a mountaineer in their training and while on the mountain.

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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 chat about VO2 max for mountaineers, explore its relevance when training for mountaineering, and answer a few common questions on the topic.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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

In this episode, we explore altitude chambers and masks and discuss how a mountaineer can apply them to their training (if they already have access to them).

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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

In this episode we explore an interesting workout structure a mountaineer can use to develop maximal strength, muscular endurance and resilience for the mountains.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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

In this episode we explore eight treadmill workouts a mountaineer can use to improve fitness and endurance for the mountains.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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

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.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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

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.

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Interested in online training for mountaineering?

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