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Marcus and his guests frequently talk about iconic hiking destinations and how to get in shape for them. Look out for training and exercise-only episodes as well. Listen often for destination-specific episodes to build your bucket list of iconic trail adventures. Invite your friends to listen. And then make plans to crush an iconic hike at least one time per year – with friends! Train | Hike | Repeat
Marcus Shapiro is a hiking strength and conditioning coach and the founder of Fit For Trips. He is a pioneer in the online hiking training industry and coaches adventurers every day, helping them to get physically prepared for their dream hiking, trekking, and backpacking trips.
Hike Strong Podcast
Half Dome Hiking 150+ Times, Cable Route Technique & Advice, Avoid Falls, Permits | Hike Strong Podcast | Ep. 04
Let's delve into the world of Half Dome hiking, a thrilling Yosemite National Park adventure that requires both safety precautions and a strong dose of motivation. Marcus Shapiro turns to Scott Gehrman, founder of Lasting Adventures, for expertise on the subject. He has summited Half Dome 150+ times with clients brave enough to ascend and descend this majestic peak.
After speaking with Scott, Marcus concluded that his clients' summit success is a testament to the confidence he exudes to his hiking groups. This guy knows everything about Half Dome, and his clients know it and trust him. Below is a sampling of discussion topics:
- What safety and motivational advice do you have for ascending and descending Half Dome?
- How can you overcome the intimidation of ascending and descending Half Dome?
- Share cable route instructions you impart to your hiking groups.
- How do you explain passing or letting hikers pass on the cable route?
- What technique do you recommend for ascending and descending?
- Discuss fitness tips you provide to your backpacking and hiking clients.
- Discuss safety gear that some Half Dome hikers use.
- What kind of shoes and gloves should you wear on the cable route?
- Can you leave your gear at the base of Half Dome?
- How much time does it take to complete a round trip?
- Discuss attempting a summit when the cables are down.
- How do snow and rain affect the Half Dome experience?
- Discuss how to avoid falling.
- Discuss the backpacking itineraries you offer that end with a Half Dome summit.
- Discuss what months the cable route is intact.
- Share details about the Mist Trail.
- Talk about accessing permits to summit Half Dome.
Scott Gehrman / Lasting Adventures
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