Does Being Fit Make You a Better Hunter? By Adam Janke
So, does being fit make you a better hunter? Well, it’s undeniable that it won’t hurt your chances but, in my opinion, that’s actually not the right question to ask. As the saying goes, better …
The Off-Season, By Coley Gentzel
In my version of a perfect world, there would be no off-season when it comes to hunting. No mandatory timeout between one “hunting season” and the next. One epic hunt would lead seamlessly into another …
Don’t Be That Guy, By Adam Janke
We’ve all seen it. Maybe we’ve even been it. I know I have once or twice. That guy. The guy dragging ass while his hunting partner or buddies effortlessly push for the saddle.
Specificity, by Jeremy Meredith
Specificity is training to accommodate the unique demands of your task. For the mountain hunter and athlete that task is bustin’ ass through the unforgiving wilderness. There are unique demands to this pursuit and when …
Periodization for the Mountain Athlete, by Jeremy Meredith
Periodization is simply the organization of training elements across time. This time could be as short as a few days or as long as multiple years. When we think about periodization from a practical standpoint, …
How to Prep for Hunts by Training All Day, By Todd Bumgardner
What in the heck happened? You trained. It shouldn’t be like this. The problem is you made a mistake that a lot of hunters make while physically prepping for a hunt: You didn’t train all day.
The Mental Wall: How to Get More Out of Yourself During Workouts, By Todd Bumgardner
A few weeks ago, I pulled my truck into my usual parking spot at my gym and just sat there, letting the music play. I wasn’t ready to go in. I didn’t feel like training.
Why Bother? By Adam Janke
I never thought the day would come. I told myself I would never be one of them. But before I knew what had happened it was too late. The trap had sprung.
Successful Post-Season Strength and Conditioning, By Todd Bumgardner
Big game seasons are winding down. As much of a bummer as that is, most of us already have our eyes on next year’s hunts. If you want to be ready for the mountain next …
In-Season Hunting Strength and Conditioning: How to Set Yourself Up for Success, by Todd Bumgardner
As I type these words, it’s mid-October 2020. Many of us have been hunting for two months now, starting with sheep or caribou in August, moose or elk in September, and now cruising for goats …