This one's goofy, but hopefully you learn a thing or two about traveling, sleeping set ups, hunting buddies, and a few other things that go into hunting.

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After a four-month break from releasing podcast episodes, this episode is a reflection on what that pause taught me—about time, fitness, business, and living season to season, especially here in Alaska.

I open up by sharing how surprisingly good it felt to step away for a minute. Not just from podcasting, but from constant consumption in general. That break created space to shift from always learning to actually implementing—applying ideas, refining systems, and focusing on other areas of my business and personal life that needed attention.

A major theme throughout the episode is that time is precious. Developing new routines is hard, and it takes intention to protect your time. I talk about investing in things like a public speaking course, yoga, and rehab for my back—choices that didn’t always feel productive in the traditional sense, but paid off in long-term growth and health. Living season to season has a way of making time feel like it’s flying by, and that reality forces you to prioritize what really matters.

From there, I dive into fitness—specifically the balance between structure and unstructured training. There’s a time to follow a plan and push hard, and a time to move freely, explore, and maintain. Focusing too heavily on one aspect of fitness often comes at the expense of another. You can’t have it all at once. Cardio-dominant endurance athletes don’t always have the strongest physiques, just like strength-focused lifters can struggle with endurance or mobility. The key is alignment: mobility should support strength, strength should support cardio, and everything should serve your hunting goals.

That conversation naturally leads into seasonal fitness, especially in Alaska. Our long, dark winters and active summers demand different approaches. Alaskans don’t want to be stuck in the gym all summer—and they shouldn’t be. There’s a season for pushing hard and building capacity, and a season for maintaining and enjoying movement outdoors. Both are valuable.

The episode wraps up with a giveaway to celebrate 3,000 downloads, along with clear instructions on how to enter, and a few closing thoughts.

The big takeaway: give yourself permission to step back when needed, respect the seasons of your life, and be intentional with how you spend your time—in your personal life, your work, and your fitness.

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🎙 Ep 66: Top 11 Reasons Why You Won’t Go To The Gym (and What To Do About It)

We all have excuses for skipping the gym—some valid, some… not so much. In this episode, I break down the 11 most common reasons people avoid the gym, from lack of time and high costs, to gym anxiety and not knowing what to do once you get there.

You’ll hear: ✅ Why these excuses hold you back more than you think ✅ The difference between reactive vs. preventative health (and why it matters) ✅ How coaching and learning proper technique can unlock years of progress ✅ A mindset shift that makes fitness less about “having to” and more about “getting to”

👉 Bottom line: You can keep avoiding the gym, but eventually your hand will be forced—either by time, health, or injury. Choose prevention over reaction. With the right guidance, support, and basic exercise knowledge, you’ll build a fitness foundation that pays off for years.

Wilderness Fitness Readiness Quiz HERE

Wilderness Fitness Institute Website HERE

🎙 Episode Title: Mom: A Noun, Not a Diagnosis

Being a mom isn’t a medical condition—it’s a role, not a reason to accept back pain, leaking, lost intimacy, or feeling like your health comes last. In this episode, I break down the societal perceptions keeps put on mothers and show you how to flip the script.

We cover:

• Leaking forever? Not if you take action now.

• Sex life changes? Short-term, maybe—but there’s a path back to connection and pleasure.

• Can’t lose the baby weight? Let’s talk real numbers, realistic nutrition, and safe, effective training.

• Kids come first? Not always—you and your partner’s health matter most because your kids will follow suit.

You’ll learn prevention strategies like perineal massage, smart exercise guidelines for pregnancy and postpartum, and practical ways to carve out time for yourself without guilt.

The bottom line: you can either invest 30–60 minutes a day now, or spend much more time later managing chronic pain, fatigue, burn out, and an unfit life for a once active woman. Mom is a noun—don’t let it be your diagnosis.

Subscribe, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it—or with a significant other who needs to support her taking her health back.

🏔 New Podcast Episode: Vert Gain vs Volume/Distance… Which Do You Progress?

Getting ready for the mountains isn’t just about racking up miles — it’s about building distance and vertical gain the smart way.

In this episode, I’ll show you how to: ✅ Progress without burning out or getting injured ✅ Balance distance and vert for your goals ✅ Keep training simple but effective

🫀 Simple, steady, and sustainable = mountain-ready legs 🦵

🎧 Listen now!

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Wilderness Fitness Readiness Quiz HERE

🎙️ Episode Title: Adapting Your Way Off the Mountain

When are you going to stop adapting…and start restoring?

In this episode, Rob explores the fine line between modifying your life to cope and restoring your strength, mobility, and health so you can keep doing the things you love.

Through real-life examples—whether it’s an older adult adapting to toileting needs, someone adjusting intimacy due to pelvic floor issues, or a hunter moving from backpacking to road hunting—Rob highlights how small adaptations, over time, can shrink your world.

We cover:

• The difference between adapting for convenience and restoring for longevity

• How pelvic floor rehab can restore confidence, continence, and intimacy

• Why year-round fitness is the key to staying mountain-ready

• The value of creativity in the gym vs. creativity just to get through your day

💡 Clinical Bottom Line: If you keep adapting instead of training, you’ll adapt yourself right out of the activities that make life rich. Getting older doesn’t mean getting weaker—unless you let it. Spend 45–60 minutes each day building capacity so you don’t spend the other 23 hours working around limitations.

If you’ve been reflecting while listening and realizing your life has slowly adapted because your health is trending down, ask yourself why you haven’t gotten help yet. It’s never too late to change course—but you have to start by grabbing the wheel.

Wilderness Fitness Institute Website HERE

Wilderness Fitness Readiness Quiz HERE

🎙️ Episode Title: These 4 Exercises Will Optimize Your Workouts

This week’s episode was inspired by a listener-submitted question — and Rob's answers might surprise you. These aren't just his personal favorites; they’re crucial exercises for anyone prepping for time in the mountains.

Here’s what we cover:

💪 Upper Body

• Dips: Ideal for training shoulder extension (something most of us rarely do). They're easily scalable—from bench dips to weighted variations—and hugely effective.
• Pull-Ups: A powerhouse for grip strength, back development, spine decompression, and shoulder mobility. But form and smart progression are key to avoid issues like lat tendonitis.

🏋️‍♂️ Lower Body

• Deadlifts: A full posterior chain builder that reinforces the hinge pattern and raw strength. Rob talks form, mindset, and variations (including good mornings).
• Step Downs: Crucial for building downhill control, hip stability, and ankle integrity—especially relevant for mountain athletes. There’s a wide range of variations to meet any level.

🧠 Clinical Bottom Line: These are Rob’s go-to upper and lower body movements—not because they’re trendy, but because they work. That said, they’re not the only tools in the toolbox. Push-ups and squats still deserve major love for their versatility and foundational value. A smart program blends movement variety and strategic changes in rep ranges.

Wilderness Fitness Readiness Quiz HERE

Wilderness Fitness Institute Website HERE

🎙️ Episode Title: "You Can't Ride Two Horses With One Ass… Weight Loss and Performance"

In this episode, Rob breaks down a common fitness dilemma: should you focus on losing weight or improving performance? Spoiler alert—you can’t effectively do both at once (unless you’re a newbie!).

We explore:

• What it actually means to “choose a goal”
• The science and strategy behind weight loss: calorie deficit, smart food choices, exercise types (cardio, lifting, HIIT), and the underrated power of sleep
• How performance enhancement typically requires a calorie surplus, progressive training, and variety in movement
• Why sleep matters just as much as your workouts for both goals
• How mindset and programming can make or break your progress, especially if you're stuck repeating what used to work

💡 Clinical Bottom Line: If you're new to training, you can see progress in both weight loss and performance. But for the seasoned athlete, it’s time to get intentional: pick your priority, fuel it accordingly, and train smart.

Wilderness Fitness Quiz HERE

Wilderness Fitness Website HERE