Category: Altitude Sickness

Are Altitude Gyms Lying To High Altitude Hikers?

3/4/2026

In this episode, we talk about simulated altitude gyms. And we explore a few of the claims people often make about this training, which can be VERY misleading to aspiring high altitude hikers, as well as a few of the actual benefits of this type of training.

Breath Hold Training For High Altitude Mountaineers And Hikers

2/27/2026

In this episode, we explore breath-hold training for high-altitude mountaineering and hiking, breaking down some of the claimed benefits of this breathing training method and exploring its relevance and effectiveness for high-altitude preparations.

Inside, we answer the questions:

What is breath-hold training?
Can breath-hold training be considered another form of altitude training?
Does breath-hold training reduce the risk of altitude sickness?
Can breath-hold training preacclimatise you?
Is breath-hold training an effective way to improve your respiratory muscle strength?
Is breath-hold training useful for improving carbon dioxide tolerance?
How does breath-hold training affect the release of EPO (and how can that affect my fitness and preparations for high altitude)
Does breath-hold training improve aerobic or anaerobic fitness?

Simulated Altitude Tents For Mountaineers

12/12/2025

In this article and podcast we are talking all about simulated altitude tents for mountaineers.

And I am answering the question of whether I recommend altitude or hypoxic tents for mountaineers going on a high-altitude expedition.

How To Train For High Altitude Hiking (Without Any Mountains)

2/18/2025

Many of the world's most magnificent hikes are at high altitudes. Adventures like Everest Base Camp, Kilimanjaro and the Inca Trail are on many hikers' bucket lists.

Unfortunately, most hikers out there don't have easy access to mountains or high altitudes to train in. Which can lead to a lot of stress, worry and anxiety leading into these adventures...

So, in today's article and video, we explore a range of different training topics for preparing for high-altitude hiking.

Inside, we cover:

The major challenges hikers face in a high-altitude environment
The biggest mistake I see from hikers who are training for high-altitude
How to best approach your cardio training when training for high altitude
The effectiveness and use of simulated altitude training for high-elevation hikes
Three effective approaches to breathing training for high-altitude hikers
A few extra considerations for anyone going to an altitude

Nutrition For Mountaineers and High Altitude Hikers

10/21/2021

Inside this article, we explore some evidence-backed (and practical) nutrition strategies that an alpinist, mountaineer or hiker can use to perform at their best during a high altitude mountain adventure.

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