#121 - Amber Constant is HAMMERING Vert

From From The Backcountry by Will Peterson

April 29, 2026 · 1h 18m · Season 1 · Episode 121

About this episode

Amber Constant discusses her ambitious project to set a vertical record on foot over the course of a year.

Amber Constant is a athlete who lives in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. January 1st 2026, she set out with a bold plan - to set the record for vertical record for one year, all on foot. She is now a few months in to the project and has been absolutely hammering vertical. We talk all about her project, the challenges she's faced, and what is to come. Infinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's quality and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!!

People in this episode

Host: Will Peterson

Guest: Amber Constant

Topics covered

vertical record
athlete challenges
running
New Hampshire
outdoor sports

Keywords

vertical record
Amber Constant
running
White Mountains
athlete
challenges
Infinit Nutrition
Burgeon Outdoor

Mentioned in this episode

Places: White Mountains of New Hampshire

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