​In this episode, I bring some common sense to one of the more silly debates in the world of training for hiking.

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In this episode, we explore the idea of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers.

You will learn:

• What carbon dioxide tolerance training is (and the theories on why it can be beneficial for exercise performance)
• The potential benefits of carbon dioxide tolerance training for hikers and mountaineers
• Can carbon dioxide tolerance training help with high-altitude acclimatisation, reduce the risk of altitude sickness or improve high altitude exercise performance?
• How to test and track carbon dioxide tolerance
• A few training approaches that can help improve carbon dioxide tolerance (and my opinion on their application for hikers and mountaineers)

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Mentioned in the episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/breath-hold-training-for-high-altitude-mountaineers-and-hikers

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​In this episode, I explore the number one mistake a hiker can make when preparing for a big hiking adventure (and what to do instead).

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Mentioned in this episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/how-to-plan-your-training-hikes

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In this episode, we talk about simulated altitude gyms. And we explore a few of the claims people often make about this training, which can be VERY misleading to aspiring high altitude hikers, as well as a few of the actual benefits of this type of training.

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In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Wanda, who recently came off a successful summit of Kilimanjaro. Inside, she shares some insights about her inspiration for this trip, her training for this high altitude adventure and some of her experiences on the mountain.

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In this episode, we dive into the BOLT Score, a widely recommended test in the world of breathing training. We discuss what the BOLT Score measures, its relevance for hikers and mountaineers and if and how it should be used.

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In this episode, we explore some slightly different episodes I will be bringing to the podcast this year (and why I have finally decided to speak about certain topics).

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In this episode, I interview Summit Strength hiker Yolanda, who recently completed the Everest Base Camp Trek. Inside, she shares how she trained for this high altitude hike, and shares some of her experiences on this amazing adventure.

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In this episode, I explore three different pacing strategies a hiker can take for steep uphill hiking (and what my recommended approach is in most situations).

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​In this episode, I interview Summit Strength hiker Marika, who recently successfully completed the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. Inside, she shares how she trained and prepared for this strenuous trail, and gives some insight into her experience on the trail.

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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures?

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