In this episode, I chat with Tyson Brown - a sports nutritionist, personal trainer and one of the sweatiest hikers I have ever met. Inside we explore several common nutrition questions I hear from hikers and trekkers.

You will learn:

• What to do if you want to drop a few kilos before a big hike
• A few simple strategies to avoid the dreaded 'bonk' on the trail
• What types of food a hiker should be eating before and after a training session
• A couple of easy methods to avoid excessive weight loss while on the trail
• Some great snacks to bring on your next adventure
• Several areas to consider if you struggle with energy (during the day, in your training or on the trail)

You can find Tyson on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tysonthetrainerr/

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In this episode, I explore what a hiker a can do if they are always getting sick or nauseous when they are climbing a big hill.

You will learn:

• A few simple nutrition guidelines to help your gut stay happy on tough sections of the trail
• Why intensity and speed matters when climbing a hill (and how you can control this to reduce your likelihood of feeling nasty)
• Two outcomes you can train to minimise the chance of feeling nauseous on hills
• Why extra, low-intensity conditioning needs to be prioritised every week
• Two higher intensity workouts which can help your body better tolerate the build-up of waste products (and stop you feeling nauseous on the trail)

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In this episode, I explore a number of exercises which I see commonly recommended to hikers, which I strongly believe you should skip.

You will learn:

• The single most overused (and overrated) exercise in the fitness industry (and why your trainer always asks you to do them)
• When a hiker should consider using jumping exercises (Hint: it is not when you are trying to improve your endurance)
• A few exercises a hiker should leave to the bodybuilders
• The two most useless core exercises for hikers (plus three alternatives which will give you MUCH better results)
• The old school leg exercise which isn't worth your time
• A fun piece of training equipment which probably isn't helping you on the trail
• My views on Bosu and Swiss balls for hikers

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In this episode, I explore the benefits of my favourite piece of hiking equipment, the trekking pole!

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Need help getting fit, strong and resilient for hiking? Check out our Online Training For Hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html

In this episode, I share with you some quick nutrition tips to help you perform at your best on the trail (and be able to fully enjoy yourself!) You will learn

• What the #1 priority you should be aiming for with your trail nutrition
• Which foods will give you the most benefits while snacking on the trail (and which to minimise outside of meal times)
• My top nutrition tip which I give all my clients
• A couple of strategies to fuel up if you have an early start in the morning

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In this episode, I share with you my process for your training during the final two weeks before a significant hike or trek. You will learn:

• When you should be doing your final, long training hike
• Why doing absolutely nothing (as well as training as normal until the last day) is a mistake
• How you should adapt your training in the final two weeks of preparation to ensure you start your hike at full fitness
• One big priority in your final two weeks (which is often overlooked by hikers to their peril!)

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Need some help getting fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out our Online Training For Hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html

In this episode, I interview online client Nicola and we explore how she trained for the Hump Ridge track when her physio told her to avoid walking for the final months before her trip.

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Need some help getting ready for a significant hike? Check out our Online Training For Hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html

In this episode, I answer the question "how many days a week do you need to hike, to prepare for a significant adventure."

Need help getting fit, strong and resilient for your adventures? Check out our online training for hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html

In this episode, I share with you 5 simple tips, which a hiker can use to get the more value out of their training sessions (and, over the long term, see the best improvements on the trail!)

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Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out our Online Training For Hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html

In this episode, I explore a simple strategy on how someone can teach themselves to walk up a hill slowly (as opposed to just rushing to the top!)

Need help getting fit, strong and resilient for your adventures? Check out our online training for hiking: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online-training.html