Ideal for those who want to maximize their chances of success on any peak from the White Mountains to Everest. If you want to maximize your chances of success on peaks like Denali, Aconcagua, Lhotse, or Mount Everest, you’re in the right place.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced climber, this structured training plan is built to adapt to all skill levels. We do this through our famous at-home aerobic threshold test. This test, and the analysis of the results, will determine your training zones. All the aerobic workouts in the training plan are built to be uploaded to your smartwatch.
This comprehensive plan is built on the three pillars of Uphill Athlete Training: Aerobic Base, Periodized Strength Training, and Specific Muscular Endurance workouts that will have you carrying heavy packs up the steepest hill you can find. With our proven methodology you’ll gain the physical strength, endurance, and mental resilience necessary to tackle any big mountain expedition.
Stick with this plan, and you will see significant fitness gains.
Future updates are included with this plan – forever.
We first published this training plan in 2016 and over the years we have added expanded educational content explaining why you are doing certain workouts. You’ll learn about Muscular Endurance training as you do it with our education forward explanations. You’ll get DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) reduction tips. And benefit from new ideas to help you get the most out of your recovery days.