Train Smarter, Climb Higher: The Complete Guide to Getting Fitter and Faster for Your Next Mountain - Couverture souple

Sielmann, Kate

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798301249495

Editeur : Independently published, 2024

Synopsis

Standing on a summit—steady, strong, and ready for whatever the mountain brings—isn’t just a dream. It’s the outcome of focused training, purposeful preparation, and the resilience to overcome the challenges of mountaineering and trekking.

But without the right guidance, even the boldest ambitions can falter.

This book changes that.

Written by Kate Sielmann—a sport scientist, mountaineering coach, and climber pursuing a master’s in performance psychology—Train Smarter, Climb Higher is the ultimate guide to preparing for the physical demands and mental challenges of high-altitude trekking and mountaineering. More than just a training manual, it’s a complete blueprint for building mountain-specific strength and endurance, cultivating expedition-ready resilience, and thriving on rugged terrain at altitude.

Inside, you’ll discover how to:

• Design your own mountain-specific training plan using the Start to Summit Training System, focusing on strength, endurance, and speed.
• Eliminate guesswork with the High Altitude Training Formula, calculating exactly how many hours to train each week.
• Use heart rate zone training to optimise endurance and elevate your performance.
• Fuel your body for peak output with proven nutrition strategies, including managing appetite loss at altitude and calculating the right snacks for your trek.
• Harness five performance psychology strategies to build unshakable mental resilience and stay calm, focused, and confident, no matter what the mountain throws at you.
• Avoid common mistakes with 33 practical tips to make your trek or expedition a success.

Packed with actionable advice, inspiring real-life stories, and additional resources, Train Smarter, Climb Higher is more than just a training guide. It’s a comprehensive toolkit designed to help you reach the summit with strength, confidence, and the skills to thrive in the unpredictable world of high-altitude trekking and mountaineering. From detailed training plans to expert tips on overcoming altitude challenges, this book is the complete guide for mountaineers and trekkers ready to succeed on their next adventure.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798301249495
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 196
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