Uphill Athlete Podcast

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What's Uphill Athlete Podcast about?

The Uphill Athlete Podcast provides educational material for all mountain sports. Our goal is to inspire and encourage you to be the best mountain athlete you can be. 

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Uphill Athlete Podcast episodes:

05.01.2024
Voice of the Mountains: Mountains Tell the Truth with guest Barry Blanchard
We are thrilled to release the first episode of our new series, Voice of the Mountains. Hosted by legendary climber Steve House, the first episode welcomes Barry Blanchard. He hardly needs an introduction, but Barry is an Alpinist, a mountain...
04.22.2024
Training for Altitude: Guiding in Altitude
In the latest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, Alyssa and Steve welcome AMGA guide Bill Allen, to discuss guiding practices and client preparation at altitude. They provide recommendations for clients concerned about altitude, how a guide assists and assess'...
04.08.2024
Training for Altitude: Mental Training Tips for Altitude Trips
In the newest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, Director of Coaching, Chantelle Robitaille and Director of Memberships Alexa Hasman, join Alyssa to discuss mental training tips in the preparation phase for big mountain expeditions or races in altitude. The...
03.25.2024
Training for Altitude: Nutrition Considerations at Altitude
In the second episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast altitude series, Alyssa welcomes Registered Dietician, Alyssa Leib, to discuss nutrition considerations at altitude. The two run through nutritional needs at different altitudes and recommended practices for training. They also discuss...
03.11.2024
Training for Altitude: Introduction to Altitude
The Uphill Athlete podcast returns with a new educational series dedicated to altitude and endurance athletes. In this multi-episode season, they begin with an introduction to altitude with guests Chantelle Robitaille and Martin Zhor who have extensive background in altitude...
02.26.2024
Guy Cotter: On Everest
Steve House welcomes guest Guy Cotter to the Uphill Athlete podcast in the latest episode. Guy is a New Zealand based IMGA guide, the owner of Adventure Consultants guiding company and has multiple Everest and other 8000m peak summits. Steve...
02.12.2024
A Climbing Conversation with Steve House and Josh Wharton
In the latest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, Steve chats with long time friend and climbing partner, Josh Wharton. Josh is a man of all trades in climbing and a highly accomplished climber. Steve and Josh dig into the...
02.12.2024
A Climbing Conversation with Steve House and Josh Wharton
In the latest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, Steve chats with long time friend and climbing partner, Josh Wharton. Josh is a man of all trades in climbing and a highly accomplished climber. Steve and Josh dig into the...
01.29.2024
Riding the Dragon's Back with Alyssa Clark and Will Weidman
In the latest Uphill Athlete podcast, coach Will Weidman flips the script on Alyssa and interviews her on her experiences at the Dragon's Back Race in Wales. The Dragon's Back Race is a 6 day stage race that runs the...
01.15.2024
The Scandinavian Arctic Traverse: Lessons and Learnings with Branden Joy
On the latest podcast episode, Steve and Alyssa welcome Chantelle and her athlete, Branden Joy, to discuss Branden's self-designed Scandinavian Arctic Traverse. The route spanned nine hundred and eighty-five miles of which Branden covered using a backcountry ski set up...
01.01.2024
Stories of Charakusa with Priti Wright and Lindsey Hamm
In the latest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, Steve chats with Lindsey Hamm and Priti Wright about their experiences in the Charakusa Valley in Pakistan. The three reminisce about their time in the valley climbing the magnificent walls and...
12.18.2023
Nutrition Tips for Athletes: Holiday Edition
In a special holiday episode, Alyssa sits down with Uphill Athlete's new registered dietician, Alyssa Leib. The two tackle listener questions about fueling well through the holidays and the unique challenges athletes face. The questions range from how to handle...
12.04.2023
Chronicles of K2 with Jon Lawrie and Martin Zhor: Part 2
In the second episode of Chronicles of K2, Steve, Martin and Jon discuss Jon's specific training for the mountain and his background before coming to work with Uphill Athlete. The three breakdown Jon's progression from unstructured gym work to establishing...
11.24.2023
Uphill Athlete Membership Launch
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Uphill Athlete Membership Program. In this episode, Alyssa, Steve and coach Alexa Hasman, reveal details about the program and what new members can expect. They break down the three tiers of...
11.20.2023
Chronicles of K2 with Jon Lawrie and Martin Zhor: Part 1
In our second episode of Voices of the Mountains, Steve and coach Martin Zhor, speak with one of their athletes, Jon Lawrie, who recently summited K2 without supplemental oxygen. Jon chronicles his experience on the mountain, from the trek to...
11.06.2023
Tragedy on the Haute Route- A Conversation with Steve House
In April 2018 Steve House and another mountain guide were the first to discover a massive tragedy that ultimately took the lives of seven skiers. Swiss National Television recently released a documentary on the incident, Todesfalle (Death trap) Haute Route,...
10.23.2023
Training for Trail Running: Race Strategies and Preparation
In the final episode of our Training for Trail Running Series, Alyssa and return guest, coach Will Weidman, address race strategies and preparation for trail running success. The two discuss common mistakes in racing, developing a realistic time goal and...
10.09.2023
Training for Trail Running: Caring for Your Body (Suggestions from a Physio)
In this episode of Training for Trail Running, Alyssa sits down with one of the Uphill Athlete Physical Therapists, Pete Dickinson. The two discuss common injuries Pete sees in trail runners and how to avoid the training errors that lead...
09.25.2023
Trail Running Series: Running in Extremes
In this episode, Alyssa sits down with coach Martin Zhor to discuss running in extreme conditions like altitude, heat and cold. They kick off with recommendations for acclimatization before racing, and different strategies to utilize depending on time and finances....
09.11.2023
Trail Running Series: Nutrition Advice with RD Rebecca Dent
On this episode, Alyssa catches up with Registered Dietician, Rebecca Dent, to discuss proper race fueling strategies and how to perform your nutrition best in trail running. The two break down how to set up a race nutrition strategy as...
08.28.2023
Trail Running Series: Coaches Round Table
Alyssa welcomes fellow coaches Alexa Hasman and Brian Passenti to a coaches round table to discuss in race fueling strategies. They break down using aid stations, planning race nutrition, as well as fueling considerations for different distances. With all three...
08.14.2023
Trail Running Series: Crewing and Pacing
Alyssa is joined by two special guests this episode on pacing and crewing, her pacer from the Canyons 100 miler, Nic Erol, and her husband and long time crew chief, Codi Clark. The first part of the episode focuses on...
07.31.2023
Trail Running Series: Hillary Gerardi and the Legacy of Mountain Athletes
Steve is joined by the Chamonix Fit master himself, Neil Maclain-Martin, to interview the legendary mountain athlete, Hillary Gerardi. Among her accomplishments as a skyrunning series champion and Mont Blanc 90 km winner, Hillary most recently set a new Fastest...
07.17.2023
Trail Running Series: Muscular Endurance for Trail Runners
In this episode, Steve and Alyssa welcome coach Will Weidman to the podcast to discuss the benefits of muscular endurance training for trail runners. The three break down what muscular endurance training looks like for trail runners, how it can...
07.03.2023
Trail Running Series: Strength Training
Steve and Alyssa welcome back Coach Alexa Hasman to discuss the specifics of strength training for trail runners. They break down why trail runners should prioritize strength training and its benefits for injury prevention, climbing speed and descent durability among...
06.20.2023
Trail Running Series: Environmentalism and Trail Running with Damian Hall
Alyssa sits down with another special guest for the trail running series, professional runner, environmental activist and writer, Damian Hall. Damian has a wide variety of racing experience and success from a Spine Race Course Record, to a Pennine Way...
06.05.2023
Trail Running Series: John Kelly on Longevity at the Top
Steve and Alyssa are joined by the first special guest of the trail running podcast series, John Kelly. John is a prolific runner, data scientist and father to four. He has successfully taken on everything from Ironman World Championships, fast...
05.22.2023
Trail Running Series: Base Training to Course Specialization
Director of Coaching Chantelle Robataille and coach Alyssa Clark are back in the second episode of the trail running series. They discuss the basics of training for trail running including aerobic base building, metabolic efficiency, and proper training progression. They move...
05.08.2023
Trail Running Series: Racing, Adventures and FKTs
We are beginning a new educational series focused on trail running. Uphill Athlete has long coached and supported trail runners, but we are dedicating even more time and attention to this ever growing sport. Along with this podcast, we are...
03.27.2023
Training for Mountaineering: Tapering and Post-Mountain Blues
In this episode, Steve and Alyssa welcome coach Martin Zhor onto the podcast to discuss tapering and the post-mountain blues. They discuss the dos and don'ts of tapering along with advice on the duration and types of workouts athletes should...
03.13.2023
Training for Mountaineering: Climbing Specific Period
In this episode of Training for Mountaineering, Steve and Alyssa discuss the last training period before tapering, the climbing specific period. This stage follows the crucial base period, and serves to sharpen the skills a climber needs for a specific...
02.27.2023
Training for Mountaineering: Strength
In this episode of Training for Mountaineering, Steve House and Alyssa Clark are joined by veteran Uphill Athlete coach, Jason Antin. The trio open by discussing the role of strength in Jason, Steve and Alyssa's athletic careers and the purpose...
02.13.2023
Training for Mountaineering: Base Training
In this episode, Steve and Alyssa talk with return guest, Chantelle Robitaille, on the base period of training for Mountaineering. They discuss the importance of the base period, the main principles behind base training as well as the strength component....
01.30.2023
Training for Mountaineering: Prehab and Injury Prevention
In this episode, Steve House, Alyssa Clark and Physical Therapist Pete Dickinson dive into the foundations of physical performance from a pre-habilitation perspective. They examine when an athlete should begin heavier training loads, injury prevention, strength assessment, when to visit...
01.16.2023
Training for Mountaineering: The Psychology of Risk and Fear
In this episode, Steve House, Alyssa Clark and Alexa Hasman discuss the psychology of mountain sports particularly focusing on risk taking and fear. They dig into mental preparation, overcoming fear, dealing with doubt and the psychology behind risk taking. Steve...
12.26.2022
Training for Mountaineering: Aerobic Threshold Testing
In this episode, Steve House, Chantelle Robitaille and Alyssa Clark continue with the discussion of the fundamentals of Mountaineering with a focus on establishing training zones. They explore the different methods of aerobic threshold testing, assessing test results and cover...
12.05.2022
Training for Mountaineering: Foundations
Episode 2 of the Winter 22-23 Season This is the first in a multi-part series where we are kicking off a major seeason of educational material on the podcast. Our goal is to discuss the steps of training for a mountaineering...
11.21.2022
A New Mountain to Climb
We are back! In this episode, Steve House (Uphill Athlete Co-Founder) and Alyssa Clark (Uphill Athlete Coach) sit down to talk about the evolution of Uphill Athlete. From the continuation of sound training principles, to stories of the mountains, to...
08.15.2022
Author Jim Nelson shares his latest guidebook: Classic Cascade Climbs
In this episode Scott Johnston welcomes his long-time friend and fellow sexagenarian climber Jim Nelson. Jim and Scott discuss Jim's latest guide book. Classic Cascade Climbs. Jim, with co authors Tom Sjolseth and David Whitelaw have just published a follow up...
08.08.2022
David Goettler On Summiting Everest Without Bottled Oxygen
In this episode, Scott Johnston is joined by David Goettler. David is a member of the North Face Athlete Team, a professional mountain guide, and an accomplished alpinist. Fresh off of Everest after his successful summit without the use of...
08.01.2022
Our 24-Week Mountaineering Training Plan used by Damon T to climb both Everest and Lhotse!
In the episode, Scott Johnston talks with Damon Tedford who recently returned from successful climbs of both Mt Everest and Lhotse. While Damon and Scott have been in sporadic communication over the past couple of years using our phone consultation...
06.20.2022
Paradigm Shifts In Tactical Training With Vince Paikowski
In this episode, Scott Johnston is once again joined by US Army Captain Vince Paikowski, winner (with Alastair Keys) of the 2021 Best Ranger competition. Last year these two military athletes trained using the tried and test Uphill Athlete methods. ...
06.13.2022
Interview With Ultra Running Phenom, Clare Gallagher.
Nikki LaRochelle is joined by fellow Uphill Athlete coach Mike Foote in interviewing ultra running phenom, Clare Gallagher, a major contender in the ultra running scene.
06.06.2022
Dealing with unplanned circumstances in the mountains with Kylee Toth
In the mountains, so many things are beyond our control; weather, snow conditions, avalanche hazard, rock quality, injury and illness to mention some of the more common. How one deals with them is what can make the difference between a...
05.30.2022
Talking Athletic Training, Ski-mo Racing, and Motherhood With Nikki LaRochelle
In this episode, Scott Johnston talks with UA coach Nikki LaRochelle about her 1st place finish among co-ed teams and 4th place overall at the 2022 Grand Traverse ski mountaineering race in Colorado. Nikki managed this impressive feat of endurance...
05.23.2022
Muscular Endurance for Mountain Athletes
Scott Johnston discusses the evolution of the Uphill Athlete muscular endurance programming that has become a staple in the training of mountain athletes. Learn about the physiology, the intent, and the successful implementation of muscular endurance work in a variety...
05.02.2022
Scott Johnston talks with coach Jack Kuenzle
Scott Johnston [https://uphillathlete.com/coach/scott-johnston/] and Uphill Athlete coach Jack Kuenzle [https://uphillathlete.com/coach/jack-kuenzle/] discuss Jack's recent "Fastest Known Time" record on Mount Shasta, his background in the Navy SEALs, and more about the strategies he uses for moving quick over mountain terrain. Note:...
04.18.2022
Scott Johnston Talks With Physical Therapist, Pete Dickinson
Almost every athlete will have to deal with an injury of they keep training long enough. One of the most common type is to a tendon. In this episode, Scott Johnston is joined by Pete Dickinson -- staff physical therapist...
04.11.2022
Coach Nikki LaRochelle Interviews Scott Johnston
Uphill Athlete coach Nikki LaRochelle [https://uphillathlete.com/coach/nikki-larochelle/] hosts this episode where she interviews Scott Johnston [https://uphillathlete.com/coach/scott-johnston/]. They discuss Scott's diverse background in a number of different sports and career paths, as well as some of the major take-aways Scott has learned...
04.08.2022
Chamonix Mountain Fit LITE. Steve House and Neil MacLean-Martin
Our Chamonix Mountain Fit at home strength program has been immensely popular with everyone who has tried it. But what many do not realize is that we add more content to the program every year. In 2022 we added three...

What's Uphill Athlete Podcast about?

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Uphill Athlete Podcast episodes:

Voice of the Mountains: Mountains Tell the Truth with guest Barry Blanchard

Training for Altitude: Guiding in Altitude

Training for Altitude: Mental Training Tips for Altitude Trips

Training for Altitude: Nutrition Considerations at Altitude

Training for Altitude: Introduction to Altitude

Guy Cotter: On Everest

A Climbing Conversation with Steve House and Josh Wharton

A Climbing Conversation with Steve House and Josh Wharton

Riding the Dragon's Back with Alyssa Clark and Will Weidman

The Scandinavian Arctic Traverse: Lessons and Learnings with Branden Joy

Stories of Charakusa with Priti Wright and Lindsey Hamm

Nutrition Tips for Athletes: Holiday Edition

Chronicles of K2 with Jon Lawrie and Martin Zhor: Part 2

Uphill Athlete Membership Launch

Chronicles of K2 with Jon Lawrie and Martin Zhor: Part 1

Tragedy on the ​​Haute Route- A Conversation with Steve House

Training for Trail Running: Race Strategies and Preparation

Training for Trail Running: Caring for Your Body (Suggestions from a Physio)

Trail Running Series: Running in Extremes

Trail Running Series: Nutrition Advice with RD Rebecca Dent

Trail Running Series: Coaches Round Table

Trail Running Series: Crewing and Pacing

Trail Running Series: Hillary Gerardi and the Legacy of Mountain Athletes

Trail Running Series: Muscular Endurance for Trail Runners

Trail Running Series: Strength Training

Trail Running Series: Environmentalism and Trail Running with Damian Hall

Trail Running Series: John Kelly on Longevity at the Top

Trail Running Series: Base Training to Course Specialization

Trail Running Series: Racing, Adventures and FKTs

Training for Mountaineering: Tapering and Post-Mountain Blues

Training for Mountaineering: Climbing Specific Period

Training for Mountaineering: Strength

Training for Mountaineering: Base Training

Training for Mountaineering: Prehab and Injury Prevention

Training for Mountaineering: The Psychology of Risk and Fear

Training for Mountaineering: Aerobic Threshold Testing

Training for Mountaineering: Foundations

A New Mountain to Climb

Author Jim Nelson shares his latest guidebook: Classic Cascade Climbs

David Goettler On Summiting Everest Without Bottled Oxygen

Our 24-Week Mountaineering Training Plan used by Damon T to climb both Everest and Lhotse!

Paradigm Shifts In Tactical Training With Vince Paikowski

Interview With Ultra Running Phenom, Clare Gallagher.

Dealing with unplanned circumstances in the mountains with Kylee Toth

Talking Athletic Training, Ski-mo Racing, and Motherhood With Nikki LaRochelle

Muscular Endurance for Mountain Athletes

Scott Johnston talks with coach Jack Kuenzle

Scott Johnston Talks With Physical Therapist, Pete Dickinson

Coach Nikki LaRochelle Interviews Scott Johnston

Chamonix Mountain Fit LITE. Steve House and Neil MacLean-Martin

Tragedy on the Haute Route- A Conversation with Steve House