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fatherhood · fitness · mental toughness · podcast

Andy Stumpf Interviews MTNTOUGH Founder on the Cleared Hot Podcast

Dustin was guest on the Cleared Hot Podcast with Host Andy Stumpf: Navy SEAL, World Record Holder, and Inspirational Speaker, and Podcast Host. We hosted Andy on the MTNTOUGH Podcast and if you enjoyed the podcast above we bet you'll enjoy this...

fitness · hunting

Mountain-Ready at Any Age: Over 40 Hunting Fitness Guide

As years add up, keeping fit is a necessity to staying injury free on the hunt. For anyone over 40, learn how training can keep you hunting this season and many more to come.

fitness · running

How to Start Trail Running: A Beginner's Guide

Trail running is about toughness, not trends. It's a hard-hitting way to build real grit. Learn what it takes to boost your strength and endurance by tackling the trails.

fitness · hunting

7 Reasons Why Every Backcountry Hunter Needs a Strong Core

Whether navigating steep inclines or packing out game, a robust core keeps you agile and prevents injuries. Learn how to stay solid when the ground beneath you isn't.

fitness · kettlebell

10 Best Kettlebell Exercises for Full-Body Fitness Goals

Get ready to redefine your limits with top-tier kettlebell exercises. These are the backbone of building unmatched endurance and strength.

fitness · hunting

What Is The Goal Of Functional Training? Does It Work?

See why functional fitness is a transformative force and how it can turn you into the apex predator in any environment

backcountry knowledge · fitness

9 Benefits of Functional Training for Backcountry Hunters

Forget the vanity muscles or how much weight you can bench press. With functional training it's all about how well you manage the challenges that hit you square in the face. For those, you need all 9 benefits that come from functional fitness.

bow hunting · fitness

Bowhunting Precision: Stabilization Exercises Unveiled

In this guide we’ll dive into actionable ways to elevate your bow stability. From understanding the mechanics involved to exercises and tips.

fitness

Top 7 Benefits of Altitude Training for Mountain Athletes

Altitude is the ultimate test. Fail to prepare, and altitude will break you. That’s why this isn’t a casual read; it’s a must-know.

fitness · hunting

What Is Sidehilling? Essential Tips for Hunters

Learn how to navigate challenging terrains and master the art of sidehilling for your next hunt.

fitness

Bench Press Mastery: Strategies for Strength and Stability

The bench press is a measure of your raw strength and stability. Proper bench press form is a fine line. Get it wrong, and you're looking at decreased performance and potentially injury. But, if you get it right, you can...

fitness

The Science Behind Ice Baths - Unveiling the Cold Truth

Learn about the impact of ice baths on your body and the precautions you should take as we explore the science behind how they work and practical tips on how to properly use them for recovery.

fitness

Ice Baths: Separating Myth from Reality

In this article, we’ll cover three of the most widely debated topics surrounding ice baths and help you know once and for all if they’re indeed fact, or simply fiction.

fitness

5 Ice Bath Benefits for a More Resilient Body and Mind

Mental toughness and functional fitness are essential to MTNTOUGH. Adding ice baths to your routine is a contract - to resilience, to overcoming discomfort, to physical and mental gains.

fitness

MTNTOUGH’s Comprehensive Guide to Handling Heavy Packs

Your risk of injury skyrockets the moment you lift the pack off the ground. Take a second to understand why knowing the biomechanics of your body is key to handling a ruck properly.

fitness

Lifting Masterclass: How to Perfect Your Deadlift Form

In this guide, we’re breaking down the deadlift as we refer to video analysis and expert advice from MTNTOUGH’s Coach Bigham. The deadlift requires that mental grit and physical strength - learn how to get both right.

fitness · heavy pack

What Are the Benefits of Heavy Pack Training?

Unlock the 9 transformative benefits of MTNTOUGH's Heavy Pack Training, from boosting metabolic efficiency to fortifying muscular endurance.

fitness

Intense, Full-Body Sandbag Workout: GORUCK Sandbag Sweat Sesh

Discover the power of sandbag workouts with our GORUCK Sandbag Sweat Sesh. Enhance functional strength, core stability, and resilience for real-world challenges.

fitness · podcast

Choose to Change Your Life | Collin Cottrell | Losing 100 lb. to Running Ultras | MTNTOUGH Podcast

Collin Cottrell looked in the mirror three years ago and decided to change his life. He chose to become the best version of himself, from a husband to a father, friend, and even a runner! He runs crazy long distances...

Mountain athlete doing weighted pack training

fitness · heavy pack

MTNTOUGH Pack-Based Exercises for At-Home: Rucking Workout

Sometimes people get caught in the myth of thinking they need a bunch of equipment to get a great workout. My life experience has certainly taught me that this is false.

bow hunting · fitness · heavy pack · hunting

Heavy Pack Workout: Pack-In Pack-Out for Backcountry Hunters

Get in shape for elk and big game hunting with the Pack-In Pack-Out Workout.

fitness · mental toughness · podcast

Michael Easter - Author of the Comfort Crisis & Founder of 2%

About Michael: Michael Easter stands at the forefront of the intersection between modern scientific discoveries and ancestral wisdom, pioneering improvements in health, life significance and professional performance. His passion drives him to journey across the globe, immersing himself in...

fitness

Think You’re Backcountry Ready? Take Our Free Workout Test

Think you can make it in the backcountry? Try "The 22s", our free workout that tests your physical and mental readiness.

fitness · military · podcast

Major Donny Bigham: A Scientific Approach to Physical Dominance

Retired MAJ Donny served his country for 27 years and deployed more than 45 months in combat. A powerlifting champion himself Donny has held multiple world records and continues to compete globally to this day. Donny was instrumental in...

fitness · minimal gear

Your Guide to Gearing Up For Year-Round Training

If you're ready to jump into the Backcountry Hunter training programs, but want to know what equipment you'll need access to, start here.

fitness

Deadfall Training: A Hunter's Guide to Functional Strength

Strength comes in handy when you’re climbing over fallen trees, but all the squats in the world won’t prepare your body for working through deadfall up the mountain. You need a combination of strength, mobility, and endurance to get over deadfall.

fitness

Spring Fitness Training Guide for Backcountry Hunters

Just days or weeks before the season starts, you realize you've been a bit too dormant over the winter... This spring, you're trying something different.

backcountry knowledge · fitness · hunting

How Do You Increase Draw Strength?

Whether you're looking for the foundations of draw strength or a simple refresher, this guide will lead you to improved accuracy and range for your next outing.

fitness

5 of the Best Leg Exercises for Hunting Season

Leg muscles do the bulk of the work when you’re hunting, and you need to make sure they’re ready for whatever lies ahead. Here are 5 of the best to help you get anywhere you need to go.

fitness

Hunting Fitness: In-Season Performance Starts Off-Season

If you’re the type of hunter who hikes where others won’t, starting your training a few weeks before the season isn’t just a disservice; it’s dangerous. Build your hunting fitness all year, here's how:

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Andy Stumpf Interviews MTNTOUGH Founder on the Cleared Hot Podcast

Mountain-Ready at Any Age: Over 40 Hunting Fitness Guide

How to Start Trail Running: A Beginner's Guide

7 Reasons Why Every Backcountry Hunter Needs a Strong Core

10 Best Kettlebell Exercises for Full-Body Fitness Goals

What Is The Goal Of Functional Training? Does It Work?

9 Benefits of Functional Training for Backcountry Hunters

Bowhunting Precision: Stabilization Exercises Unveiled

Top 7 Benefits of Altitude Training for Mountain Athletes

What Is Sidehilling? Essential Tips for Hunters

Bench Press Mastery: Strategies for Strength and Stability

The Science Behind Ice Baths - Unveiling the Cold Truth

Ice Baths: Separating Myth from Reality

5 Ice Bath Benefits for a More Resilient Body and Mind

MTNTOUGH’s Comprehensive Guide to Handling Heavy Packs

Lifting Masterclass: How to Perfect Your Deadlift Form

What Are the Benefits of Heavy Pack Training?

Intense, Full-Body Sandbag Workout: GORUCK Sandbag Sweat Sesh

Choose to Change Your Life | Collin Cottrell | Losing 100 lb. to Running Ultras | MTNTOUGH Podcast

MTNTOUGH Pack-Based Exercises for At-Home: Rucking Workout

Heavy Pack Workout: Pack-In Pack-Out for Backcountry Hunters

Michael Easter - Author of the Comfort Crisis & Founder of 2%

Think You’re Backcountry Ready? Take Our Free Workout Test

Major Donny Bigham: A Scientific Approach to Physical Dominance

Your Guide to Gearing Up For Year-Round Training

Deadfall Training: A Hunter's Guide to Functional Strength

Spring Fitness Training Guide for Backcountry Hunters

How Do You Increase Draw Strength?

5 of the Best Leg Exercises for Hunting Season

Hunting Fitness: In-Season Performance Starts Off-Season