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The Training For Mountaineering Podcast

Rowan Smith: Mountaineering Fitness Coach
Mountaineering
Strength Training
Training
Endurance Training
Nutrition
Fitness
Personal Training
Aerobic Capacity
Injury Prevention
Muscular Endurance
Hydration
One Repetition Maximums
Cardio
Mountaineering Training
Health
Summit Strength
Sled Training
Respiratory Muscle Training
Endurance
Carbohydrates

The Training For Mountaineering Podcast is created to help mountaineers and alpinists best train, prepare and conquer their mountain adventures. Rowan shares with you the simple and proven training strategies to get you fit, strong and resilient for the mountain. Inside he dives into training, injury prevention, nutrition, mental strength and much much more. So you can have the best chance of a sa... more

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Latest Episodes

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 ... more

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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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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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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: www.summitstrength.com.au/mo... more

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Recent Guests

Shika Raju
Summited Mount Everest, based in Sydney, Australia
Summit Strength client
Episode: TFM92: Training To Summit Everest: Interview With Shika
Michael Kirby
Self-employed businessman from Newfoundland, Canada with a background in mountaineering that began in late 2019.
Episode: TFM45: Training For Everest - Interview With Michael
Allie Pepper
Summit Strength Client and mountaineer training for big mountains
Episode: TFM35: Training For 8000m Mountains (Part Two)
Ali Pepper
A mountaineer tackling all 8,000 meter plus mountains unassisted with oxygen
Episode: TFM29: Endurance Or Strength Training When Short On Time? (For Mountaineers)

Host

Rowan
Host and likely founder focused on training for mountaineering, injury prevention, nutrition, and mental strength. Frequently promotes online coaching and mountaineering training programs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
  • A Gem

    Only just discovered this podcast. Very very cool! I’m an in-training / aspiring ultra cyclist, with my sights set on some mountain races next year when I hit 60 - the Atlas and Silk Road, both over thousands of km.

    I’m a year into my training, down 4 stone / 25kg, and pleased with my progress so far. But it’s been all bike, and I know I need to broaden my capabilities and training base to include more strength work. There’s a lot of hike a bike and I’m not ready for it yet.

    It sounds like... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Pook
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great info

    I really appreciate the detailed info in a compressed format. Lots of great training tips!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aloysha k
    United States9 months ago
  • Excellent mountaineering podcast

    There’s not enough podcasts like this one, and it fills a much needed gap. We’ve listened to all the previous season episodes and were really excited to see it return this season— just in time to learn for our upcoming mountaineering adventure. Great training and topics with clear and practical advice in easy to consume sessions. Love this podcast and thank you Rowan for taking the time to do this and sharing your advice and experiences!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guacamole346
    United Statesa year ago
  • Straight to the punch.

    So much time and energy can be wasted while training for a big climb. This podcast can really help direct your physical/mental preparations for your big climb and for your longevity as a mountaineer. Strongly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KyleP_123
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Useful Information

    Training for Denali and this is chock full of great information. Thanks for putting this together. Exactly what I was looking for.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    m--lo
    United States3 years ago

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Fans highlight motivation and clear coaching-style sessions, with helpful guest references.
Many appreciate evidence-based tips and actionable planning for long expeditions.
Listeners praise concise, practical, no-fluff guidance for mountaineering training.

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Apple Podcasts
#113
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
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#59
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
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#90
Australia/Sports/Wilderness
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#181
France/Sports/Wilderness
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#186
Germany/Sports/Wilderness
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#4
India/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TFM92: Training To Summit Everest: Interview With Shika
Q: What moments stood out from the Everest journey that influenced you the most?
The realization that Everest is a team achievement, not just an individual feat, and the kindness of Sherpas and fellow climbers who offered support, stories, and tea in Camp Two, which reminded me that mountaineering is really about people and friendships built through shared experience.
TFM92: Training To Summit Everest: Interview With Shika
Q: What was your training setup like leading into Everest, and how did it evolve from your last expedition?
The program was gradual and collaborative; it wasn't handed to me. We built it with ongoing conversations about what realistically fits into a week, culminating in four months of focused training with increasing volume and endurance work, while maintaining recovery and schedule flexibility.
TFM92: Training To Summit Everest: Interview With Shika
Q: Could you just give us a quick introduction, who you are, where you're based?
I'm Shika Raju, based in Sydney, Australia. Over the last eight years I've been climbing mountains in South America and the Himalayas, and finally stood on top of Mount Everest on May 21, 2026, after years of preparation.
TFM68: Training For Ama Dablam: Interview With Shika
Q: What would be your words of advice for those considering tackling Ama Dablam?
Take the preparation seriously—physically, technically, and mentally—and consider getting a proper mountaineering coach.
TFM68: Training For Ama Dablam: Interview With Shika
Q: What was the challenge you were leading up to?
The most recent challenge was climbing Ama Dablam, which turned out to be one of the hardest climbs I've ever done, especially regarding the descent.

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