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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 34 MIN

TFT443: Carbon Dioxide For Hikers And Mountaineers

from The Training For Trekking Podcast · host Rowan Smith

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)  == Mentioned in the episode: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/breath-hold-training-for-high-altitude-mountaineers-and-hikers == Want to get fit, strong and resilient for your hiking adventures? Check out the Online Summit Program: https://www.summitstrength.com.au/online.html

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