We’re also mountaineers at Alpine Athletics and we know that every mountain presents its own unique set of challenges.
That's why we’ve designed specialized training options to equip you with the fitness, mental resilience, and tactical knowledge needed to feel confident on your next mountain adventure. Our training solutions cater to all levels, from detailed multi-week Training Plans tailored to specific mountain types to concise Training Overviews for those seeking a quick, effective guide. Whichever you choose, our goal is to help you reach new heights—stronger, smarter, and summit-ready.
training plans with coach support
8,000 Meter Summit Training Plan
This 36 week training plan follows the three pillars of Alpine Athletics approach to preparing for success in the mountains: physical, mental, and tactical. The plan lets you work on your own and request guidance from your coach when you need it.
Two or Three Day Alpine Climb
This 16 week training plan follows the three pillars of Alpine Athletics approach to preparing for success in the mountains: physical, mental, and tactical. The plan lets you work on your own and request guidance from your coach when you need it. The plan averages 9 hour of training time per week.
Multi-week Expedition
This 24 week training plan follows the three pillars of Alpine Athletics approach to preparing for success in the mountains: physical, mental, and tactical. The plan lets you work on your own and request guidance from your coach when you need it. The plan averages 12 hours of training time per week.
training overviews
Training Overview for Beginner Peaks: Cascades, Ecuador & Mexico Volcanoes, Kilimanjaro
Training Overview for Intermediate Peaks: Denali, Aconcagua, Vinson
8,000 Meter Peak Training Overview
This training overview provides a structured approach to building the mental and physical strength necessary for climbing beginner peaks. By focusing on endurance-specific training, outdoor activities, and gradual progression, our overview ensures you are prepared for the unique demands of each climb. With tailored fitness evaluations and the use of technology for tracking, you’ll be ready to safely and efficiently tackle these mountains.
This training overview prepares you for climbing big peaks by focusing on building the mental and physical strength necessary for a safe and enjoyable climb. This overview emphasizes endurance-specific training, functional muscle development, and gradual progression over 6-9 months, with a strong focus on outdoor runs, hikes, and climbs. By combining customized fitness evaluations and tracking tools, you'll be well-prepared to handle the demands of high-altitude ascents like Denali, Aconcagua, and Vinson.
This training overview is designed to prepare you for the rigorous demands of climbing high-altitude peaks by focusing on building both mental and physical strength. The overview emphasizes endurance-specific training, functional muscle development, and gradual progression over 6-9 months, with a focus on outdoor activities rather than gym exercises. By combining tailored fitness evaluations, outdoor training, and progress tracking with technology, you'll be equipped to handle the challenges of summiting peaks like Everest, Manaslu, or Lhotse efficiently and safely.