Train Smarter Hunt Longer

A lot of hunters worry that missing a workout will make them lose all of their progress. That's not the case. But there is a point when missing workouts becomes a big problem. This episode covers both of those situations and everything in between.Questions answered:1. What happens if you miss a workout?2. What if you often miss one workout per week?3. If you have to miss a workout, how do you choose which one to miss?4. What happens if you miss strength workouts vs aerobic workouts?5. What should you do if you miss two or three workouts in one week?6. What happens physiologically when you miss workouts over a periods of weeks or months?7. How should you approach training when coming off of an injury?Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

JM Prewitt is a family man, the founder and CEO of Cohesion Co, and a hunter. He's also a good friend and Packmule Apex client. We sat down in his trophy room to tell hunting stories and talk a little bit about hunting's gray areas and what we think about them.

I've been checking out the forums, and a lot of hunters ask about how much weight to ruck with and how to combine ruck training with strength training and other conditioning. So, I answer those questions in this episode. I also lay out how to progress your ruck training and offer some standards to know if you're where you need to be before the season.The article below includes a detailed rucking progression.How to Train for a Dall Sheep Hunt in the Northwest Territories

This QnA podcast covers:-Ancestral vs Modern Fueling-What mindset to have when you miss a workout-The Packmule Vision for the next 3 to 5 years-Some of my top book recommendationsFree Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

It's late offseason time, folks. This episode outlines the most important aspects of training hunters need to do in April to set themselves up for success in the summer.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment: The Hunter's Field TestYou're Fine. You're Just Uncomfortable Caribou Shirt

I chat with Tristan Corbett, a life-long New Zealand hunter, and creator of HuntMateNZ, an app loaded with education, guidance, and hunting maps that point hunters in the right direction to find the game they're after.Tristan tells his story of growing up as a hunter in New Zealand and how that led him to create HuntMateNZ.He also walks through the details of how easy and affordable it is for Americans to DIY hunt New Zealand's amazing animals on their incredible amounts of public land.He covers:-Importing firearms-Securing a hunting permit-Travel-Where the different animals are located in New Zealand-The many different types of hunting adventures you can have on New Zealand's varied terrainBelow is the link to the HuntMateNZ website:HuntMateNZThe HuntMateNZ app is free to download in the iOS app store and for Android

The title nails it for this one. I discuss how hunters should train in March. And to do that, I lay out Phase 3 of our Early Offseason Training block.I cover:-What kind of strength training and how much?-Adding in higher intensity conditioning-Continuing to build an aerobic base-Including rucking and incline trainingPlease support my friend Casey Bard's fight against stage IV colorectal cancer by heading to his website and grabbing some merch at the link below:caseybard.com

This episode gives you answers to great listener questions. Here they are as they sent them in:1. I'd love to hear a podcast on training misconceptions, especially with this non-stop high output training being pushed by the big names in the hunting fitness space.2. Assuming someone is fairly lean at a healthy weight but wants to try shaving off another 5-7 pounds, is there a training block during the year that it makes more sense to try and lose that body fat knowing it will take a calorie deficit and possibly impact energy for training?Download a FREE Copy of our Pack Capacity Calculator at the link below:Free Download >>> Pack Capacity Calculator

During this episode, Todd gives you a detailed description of what types and amounts of training move the needle for hunters during early offseason training.It includes:-Types of strength training and amounts-Aerobic conditioning (how much and when)-How to know if you're ready to add more intense conditioning-A breakdown of exactly how he's training his hunters right nowFree Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

Unlock the key to sustainable endurance and faster recovery with zone two training—an essential for all hunters looking to optimize their performance and longevity. In this episode, Todd Bumgardner breaks down what zone two truly is, how to find your zones, and how to incorporate this philosophy into your training year-round.What is zone two and why it matters for huntersPhysiological basics: aerobic vs anaerobic energy systemsHow to accurately determine your zone two using blood lactate or mathematical formulasPractical methods to train in zone two: heart rate, breath test, perceived exertionAdjusting zone two training based on recovery, stress, and fitness levelsWhy fat burning is crucial for long hunters and recoveryOptimal volume and session length for maximum benefitsHow to progress from general to specific training as hunting season approachesThe importance of load, terrain, and muscular endurance in zone two trainingCommon mistakes and how to avoid themAction plan to build endurance efficientlyIn this episode:

In this episode, Todd Bumgardner discusses strength training specifically tailored for hunters, focusing on the best exercises, the importance of lifting heavy, and the role of muscle mass in performance and longevity. He emphasizes the need for relative strength, effective training methods, and the significance of maintaining muscle mass for injury prevention and overall health.Free Mountain Hunting Readiness Assessment >> The Hunter's Field Test

In this episode of the Human Predator Pack Mule podcast, Todd Bumgardner discusses high intensity continuous training and its application for hunters. He emphasizes the importance of aerobic conditioning over high intensity training for effective hunting preparation. Todd answers listener questions about training methods, heart rate monitoring, and the balance between aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, providing insights into how to optimize fitness for hunting activities.Download a FREE copy of our most popular training guide, 5 Biggest Backcountry Training Mistakes

In this engaging conversation, Todd and Jordan reconnect and share their experiences in bird hunting, discussing the importance of training and bonding with bird dogs. They delve into the significance of long-duration exercise for cardiovascular health and the adaptations that occur with consistent low-intensity workouts. The discussion also covers the mechanics of endurance training, the necessity of building tissue tolerance, and how to define long-duration exercise. They emphasize the importance of progression in endurance training and the need to listen to one's body during workouts. In this conversation, Todd Bumgardner and Jordan discuss various aspects of training for endurance, particularly in the context of preparing for hunting. They emphasize the importance of balancing different training modalities, understanding fatigue, and using data to guide training decisions. Nutrition and recovery strategies are also highlighted, along with the significance of setting appropriate training goals based on individual needs.Click the link below to download a FREE copy of our most popular training guide:5 Biggest Backcountry Training Mistakes: And How to Avoid Them