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TFM52: These Are Not A Replacement For Cardio

Author
Rowan Smith
Published
Fri 29 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://trainingformountaineering.libsyn.com/tfm52-these-are-not-a-replacement-for-cardio

Long-duration, steady-state cardio is the foundation of any training plan for mountaineers. But all too often, I see 'novel training methods' pitched as a potential replacement for this type of training. But this could be nothing further from the truth.

In this episode, I explore a few methods of preparation which may potentially be beneficial, but which you should NOT mistake as a replacement for your cardio. 

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