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Pre-made training plans are designed for a wide range of goals and activities and are ready for you to jump right in. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596678812461-EFF9CY48UJ2XQIVS794I/Greenland-2.jpg Home - ONE-ON-ONE COACHING PROVIDES ALL-ACCESS TO AN EXPERT COACH. CUSTOM TRAINING PLANS PROVIDE TRAINING INSTRUCTION IN 8-WEEK BLOCKS. https://www.summationathletics.com/about daily 0.75 2020-09-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596670976732-7K8GCT250WRBZA754002/Entrevers-6.jpg About At Summation Athletics, we believe that the greatest goals—whether climbing and skiing the finest lines on a beautiful peak or packing out a bull elk after a successful hunt—are best-achieved through engaging training and mentorship. For each of us, the initial introductions to the storied disciplines of alpinism or backcountry hunting can be traced to the mentor with whom we first shared a rope, or to the one who taught us how to sight in a bow. The journey beyond those introductions is the product of our own focus, drive, and direction; and our stories evolve through independent pursuits. The countless hours spent building anchors and coiling ropes, or loosing thousands of arrows at a backyard target, are representative of the dedication to a craft that makes our spirit soar--but those technical skills are only as strong as the foundation of fitness that they are built upon. Success in the mountains, by any metric, is enabled through a strong body and mind— and there’s a science to developing both facets. We apply those empirical principles through mentored training. It’s exercise, elevated; specifically designed for you and implemented over a period of months, to remove one variable from the complex equation required for you to reach your goals. We understand, just like you, that few endeavors are as transcendental as those that empower personal growth. Facilitating those experiences in the outdoors is the core of what we do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596668819645-8A0243NHU66NJVB067AH/4Q7A7071.jpg About - By the same token, we are also aware that future generations’ access to these outdoor pursuits which result in personal growth, is constantly threatened. Thus, we actively support people and organizations that fight to protect wildlife, the wild places that it inhabits, and access to those places for all people—so that the endeavors which we revere will remain possible for eras to come. © Ben Matthews https://www.summationathletics.com/our-coaches daily 0.75 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/a494d838-f07c-4567-861c-56f3dca28e2e/Me.jpg Our Coaches - Scott K. FERGUSON, Ph.D. Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596671815244-XCG5SHXFHA9VOPUJ51PJ/00100sPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20190502185524923_COVER.jpg Our Coaches - George Cedric Bieker, M.Ed. As a full-time mountain guide and aspiring alpinist, George (co-founder and coach) brings a unique perspective to the Summation team. Spending more than half the year in the mountains allows George to apply the Occam's razor of practicality to the field of physiology research. George was born and raised in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas. He found climbing in his 20's during his undergraduate training, after which his life quickly changed. Over the next decade, he would unrelentingly pursue his climbing passions, which would lead him to guide clients and climb in mountains throughout the world, earn a masters degree in education, and develop a keen understanding of nutrition, holistic development, cosmology, and mindfulness. To find out more about George visit his website at georgebieker.com. Certifications AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor AMGA Ice Instructor Course Graduate AMGA Aspiring Alpine Guide WMI Wilderness First Responder Qualifications M. Ed. Higher Education, Student Development, University of Arkansas B.S.E. Recreation & Sports Management, Outdoor, University of Arkansas Instructor & Guide - The American Alpine Institute Over Ten Years of Experience in Climbing, Guiding, and Education https://www.summationathletics.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-01-26 https://www.summationathletics.com/training-plans-alpine daily 0.75 2021-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596696140558-XIUWGNCYDF6YBQL4545W/MilleniumTrack-ChrisBrinleeJr-19JUL18-3%2B%25281%2529.jpg Training Plans // Alpine - Mountain Fitness - I 8 Weeks // Beginner This program is designed for individuals who are not currently participating in regular exercise training. The overall goal of this plan is to introduce the individual to structured exercise training and to build a foundation of endurance and strength that will enable them to complete more rigorous goal specific training in the future. Those who already exercise train more than 3-4 times per week should look at our more advanced exercise training plans to accomplish their specific goals. This plan is perfect for those wanting to transition back to training after a long break or for those looking to tackle their first 14'er in Colorado during the summer or a similar climb or hike. All strength training sessions are designed so that they can be completed with minimal gym equipment. Emphasis is placed on getting outside and running/hiking to build solid training habits. Once instilled, these habits will enable you to tackle more difficult training regimens in the coming weeks and months. In a sense, you are "training to train." $79.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597438253041-KQS0WNSM3QFP1WM67YK9/HallettPeak-29JUL16-3.jpg Training Plans // Alpine - Alpine Fitness - I 8 Weeks // Intermediate This program is designed for climbers who are not currently participating in regular exercise training and want to move towards more preparation for the alpine terrain. The overall goal of this plan is to introduce our climber to structured exercise training and to build a foundation of endurance and strength that will enable them to complete more rigorous goal specific training in the future. This plan is perfect for climbers wanting to transition to structured training to tackle their first 14'er or multi-pitch alpine climb in the summer. All strength training sessions are designed so that they can be completed with minimal gym equipment. Emphasis is placed on getting outside and running/hiking to build solid training habits. Once instilled, these habits will enable you to tackle more difficult training regimens in the coming weeks and months. In a sense, you are "training to train." The rock specific exercises are better done with access to a rock climbing gym, though pitched climbing will work if needed. $79.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597438220648-XTGI7HBZVUDBV8NGXUCE/ECR-10.jpg Training Plans // Alpine - Alpine Fitness - II 16 Weeks // Advanced This plan will prepare you for long days in the mountains and is for the athlete that is already regularly active (e.g., exercises 3-5 hours per week). It includes a shortened base phase that utilizes strength training workouts that are aimed at improving hip strength and flexibility as well as core stability. These types of exercises will pay dividends when carrying those heavy packs in the backcountry. Additionally, the entire plan will continue to build a solid aerobic foundation to support multiple big day efforts in the Alpine. Your biggest training week (week 15) comes in at 11 hours of total training for the week. Think of this plan as the building an Alpinist plan. Lots of time in the saddle, lots of strengthening of the uphill propulsion and climbing muscles. Specific endurance for rock is built starting week 3 and culminates to power workouts in the final taper stages. $109.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596687566292-OYJVMRT3KKP4COI4N74P/ImjaTse-4.jpg Training Plans // Alpine - Alpine Fitness - III 8 Weeks // Advanced This plan is a build specific program for advanced climbers doing technical climbing in the bigger ranges of North America. This program is intended for alpine climbers with significant alpine experience and a track record of consistent training of more than a year. This plan is a build plan and should not be taken lightly. It includes both rock specific and strength specific workouts as well as long days with heavy packs and a lot of vertical gains. These types of exercises will pay dividends when carrying those heavy packs in the backcountry. Additionally, the entire plan will continue to build a solid aerobic foundation to support multiple big day efforts in the Alpine. Your biggest training week (week 7) comes in at over 13 hours of total training for the week. Think of this plan as the building an Alpinist plan. Lots of time in the saddle, lots of strengthening of the uphill propulsion and climbing muscles. Do not attempt if you have not trained regularly for over a year! $79.99 https://www.summationathletics.com/training-plans daily 0.75 2021-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597508670927-7851ZI24Y82GHWGILYYQ/BlitizenRidge-ChrisBrinleeJr-05MAY19-13.jpg Training Plans - Custom Training Plans Don’t see exactly what you’re looking for? We’ll design a Custom Training Plan, specially-crafted to help you achieve your specific goals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597508406310-0ABCIHFZJPIIDVC4YF9A/Saucony-Seekers-Vancouver-ChrisBrinleeJr-MAR16-22.jpg Training Plans - General Fitness Our general fitness plans are for those who are new to training and are looking to increase their fitness in order to begin a structured running program or pursue other mountain sports. Whether you have taken a long break due to an injury or have never engaged in goal-orientated training, these plans are for you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596676652332-4SAM84G0QQD1QJ2ULFJO/Chamonix-ChrisBrinleeJr-SEP17-46-Flip.jpg Training Plans - Alpinism We offer Alpinism training plans that are built-out for everyone; from the climber who isn’t currently training and is just getting into the alpine environment to advanced climbers who are tackling technical climbs and are accustomed to rigorous and structured training. Plans vary from 8-16 weeks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596677462987-OOHVCDE41ZJSU0034479/BenMatthews-00254-Flip.jpg Training Plans - Mountain Hunting From archery hunts for Eastern White-Tails to the high alpine Dall Sheep hunts of Alaska you need specific training to prepare you for your hunting season. Our plans are built for a wide range of hunters spanning from beginners who aren’t regularly active to more experienced mountain hunters, or those who already have a well-established base of endurance fitness. https://www.summationathletics.com/coaching-mentorship daily 0.75 2023-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596693563909-0F4F187FX97CWFM2MAVZ/Remarkables-ChrisBrinleeJr-19AUG18-11.jpg Coaching & Mentorship - 1-on-1 Coaching Our 1-on-1 coaching is the best option for individuals or groups aiming to elevate their performance to the highest level. This coaching option comes with the initial 30-minute video chat consultation, unlimited access to your coach, premium Training Peaks membership, and weekly programming adjusted as you grow. Requirements: Eight-week minimum commitment and GPS Device and Heart Rate monitoring equipment. Key features of 1-on-1 Coaching Plans: Initial 30-minute consultation with your expert coach to establish your training goals Access to your coach for questions and concerns Separate video consultations available for trip prep, more in-depth questions, etc. Field-based threshold testing to establish baseline performance metrics and progress Premium Training Peaks membership that includes access to your athlete dashboard, peak performance tracking, automatic heart rate zone and threshold calibration, and other detailed metrics Programming laid out weekly with consideration to your progress and training metrics Training is flexible for when “life happens” $299 / Month for elite Coach $399 / Month for master coach https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597428832885-NE0AWWB8CN1U8RR6NULA/MilleniumTrack-ChrisBrinleeJr-19JUL18-5.jpg Coaching & Mentorship - Custom Training Plans Want something more specific to your personal goals? Not quite ready to take the jump into 1-on-1 coaching? We can help. Simply fill out the form by clicking the button below and we will build a custom program that suits your goals and aspirations. Custom plans are tailor-made for each individual and can be created for 4 to 8 weeks in length. Longer plan periods are also available upon request. Key features of Custom Training Plans: Customized for your goals/events Planned with your lifestyle and available terrain/tools in mind 4-8 weeks laid out in advance Mid-plan check in and training adjustments as needed for 16 week plans Recommended Equipment: Heart rate monitor GPS watch $179 / 4 Weeks $339 / 8 Weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596693640684-499SYB3J2ZNMI9VWYEEK/AAI-AMTL-PT1-17.jpg Coaching & Mentorship - Video Consultations Not sure exactly what you need? We offer video consultations in order to guide you towards the training that is best suited to your needs and goals. Video consultations are also perfect if you have questions regarding your training or event/hunt preparation. Examples include packing for a Denali climbing expedition, or post-hunt meat care. $30 / 30 Minutes https://www.summationathletics.com/appointment-coaching daily 0.75 2020-08-21 https://www.summationathletics.com/training-plans-hunting daily 0.75 2021-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1598149182879-NTLY1J33Z5GLERCNPZJS/Hunting-ChrisBrinleeJr-x-ChristineLa-19AUG20-5.jpg Training Plans // Hunting - Backcountry Hunting - II 16 Weeks // intermediate This plan will prepare you for long days in the mountains and is for the athlete that is already regularly active (e.g., exercises 3-5 hours per week). It includes a shortened base phase that utilizes strength training workouts that are aimed at improving hip strength and flexibility as well as core stability. These types of exercises will pay dividends when carrying those heavy packs in the backcountry. Additionally, the entire plan will continue to build a solid aerobic foundation to support multiple day efforts of big game mountain hunting. Your biggest training week (week 15) comes in at 11 hours of total training for the week. $109.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596689719514-B23KE29DEKNV1ACJ6HHC/WestCoast-ChrisBrinleeJr_PriyaMareedu-AUG18-19.jpg Training Plans // Hunting - Backcountry Hunting - I 8 Weeks // Beginner This plan is designed for individuals who are regularly active no more than 3-4 times/week and are looking to transition into a more rigorous training approach to prepare them for big-game hunting in the high-country (think Rocky Mountain Elk or Mule Deer). It provides a solid foundation of strength training for core muscles used during uphill propulsion while carrying a heavy pack (work that every hunter hopes for). In order for this plan to be effective, it is important to keep a few concepts in mind: 1) Rest when you are tired. If you miss a workout do not try to make it up. Move on to the next day. 2) If you miss more than two workouts in any given week, then repeat that week. This includes if you get sick. In this case, we recommend that you do not train! Training while sick often leads down a long path of misery and delays long-term performance gains. If you get a cold or the flu, rest. Take the week off and, depending on how long you are out, repeat the week when you are feeling healthy again. When you have finished this training program, you should be ready for the 16 Week Big Mountain Hunting Plan, which is designed to prep you for longer duration hunts in the mountains. $79.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1625275827637-VRWCSE4FDJNP41GH2Q30/BenMatthews-09880.jpg Training Plans // Hunting - Pre-Season Hunting Bootcamp (Archery) 8 weeks // Intermediate This is an ideal plan is for those who have a goal of maximizing their chances of success on an archery hunt in the big mountains. It has specific strength workouts aimed at improving muscle strength and stamina associated with bow-hunting. This would also be an ideal plan for an experienced hunter with a good base of endurance to use as a crash-course for those surprise hunts or last minute over-the-counter tag opportunities. This eight week plan progresses gradually but has difficult days straight out of the gate in the first week and pairs well at the tail-end of our 16 Week Big Mountain Hunting Plan. $79.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1596692298162-7Z1TRD58K74BZRBFPL63/SFS-ChrisBrinleeJr-Khumbu-D750-116.jpg Training Plans // Hunting - Mountain Fitness - I 8 Weeks // Beginner This program is designed for individuals who are not currently participating in regular exercise training. The overall goal of this plan is to introduce the individual to structured exercise training and to build a foundation of endurance and strength that will enable them to complete more rigorous goal specific training in the future. Those who already exercise train more than 3-4 times per week should look at our more advanced exercise training plans to accomplish their specific goals. This plan is perfect for those wanting to transition back to training after a long break or for those looking to tackle their first 14'er in Colorado during the summer or a similar climb or hike. All strength training sessions are designed so that they can be completed with minimal gym equipment. Emphasis is placed on getting outside and running/hiking to build solid training habits. Once instilled, these habits will enable you to tackle more difficult training regimens in the coming weeks and months. In a sense, you are "training to train." $79.99 https://www.summationathletics.com/training-plans-general daily 0.75 2021-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597461330108-SX4KJ1NQDKV310SNGFSO/NewZealand-FEB18-5.jpg Training Plans // General - Aerobic Fitness - I 8 Weeks // Beginner This 8 week training plan is aimed at individuals who want to build their cardiac/aerobic base. Ideally this is for someone who wants to get into running or mountain sports. This plan will allow individuals to establish a consistent training schedule aimed at building overall aerobic output. This plan starts with measuring the athletes intensity thresholds and some basic strength workouts. For the first 4 weeks we will transition into a more aerobic focused second 4 weeks. There is a mix of cardio and strength throughout the programming so this plan will work for almost anyone who just wants to get more fit. The second half of this program can be repeated for another 4 weeks if desired. $79.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1597461210680-UCAO82GGANR9IRU0XE0H/Saucony-Seekers-Vancouver-ChrisBrinleeJr-MAR16-2.jpg Training Plans // General - Half-Marathon with Strength Training 12 Weeks // Beginner-Intermediate This 12 week training plan is aimed at novice runners who would like to establish a consistent training schedule with the aim of completing a half-marathon (13.1 miles) at the end of the plan. The athlete can choose to enter a structured "official" race or plan their own personal half-marathon to complete at the end of the 12 week cycle. Alternatively, the athlete can continue to build their endurance capacity for an additional 8-10 weeks with the goal of completing the half marathon with a set time goal or even prepare for a longer distance road race. Most runs are duration, rather than distance, based with a weekly long run serving as a benchmark with suggested mileage to cover. This plan assumes that the athlete can train a minimum of 3-4 times per week and averages around total hours of training each week. Advanced runners will likely find the training sessions easier than their normal sessions, but can easily alter them by adding time or extending interval numbers throughout the 12 weeks. Please contact Summation Athletics if you would like help extending your plan. All strength training sessions require minimal equipment and rely on bodyweight exercises to build flexibility and strength in accessory muscle groups to help prevent injury and facilitate an improved running form during the speed sessions. All sessions can be performed at home, provided you have access to a treadmill or large enough space to run. Finally, the plan utilizes your thresholds set in training peaks while also incorporating RPE as a means to assess intensity during the workout. A heart rate monitor and GPS watch are highly recommended, but not required. This plan does not include communication with our coaches and is designed to be completed entirely by the athlete. However, please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions! Remember also to have fun! $89.99 https://www.summationathletics.com/custom-training-plan-onboard-form daily 0.75 2020-12-10 https://www.summationathletics.com/appointment-video-consultation daily 0.75 2020-12-10 https://www.summationathletics.com/featured-athletes daily 0.75 2022-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/1598054701474-M3AV0DBO4TB0HH8R5952/Hunting-ChrisBrinleeJr-x-ChristineLa-19AUG20-8.jpg Featured Athletes - Chris Brinlee, Jr. 34 // Worldwide Whether he’s climbing ice in Ouray, blasting Baja on a dirtbike, or shredding singletrack in Tahoe, multi-disciplined adventure athlete and professional storyteller Chris Brinlee, Jr. is probably thinking about and training for steep mixed alpine routes abroad. Summation Coach: Dr. Scott Ferguson Favorite place to recreate: The European Alps Expedition goals: Technical, 6000 m peak trifecta in Nepal Favorite training treat: PB, Chocolate, & Banana Protein Smoothies Life lesson learned: It’s far easier to pivot than to bash one’s head against an impossible crux. @chrisbrinleejr https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f2b2d504703b3643016bffd/b292e627-61b8-4a55-85d9-b6b09e37f983/01422246.jpeg Featured Athletes - Betsey Peryea 27 // Livingston, MT Betsey has spent the last several years living in the mountains of Montana and the Pacific North West. She thrives on long ski tours, epic couloir descents, and (in the summer) patches of wild berries to snack on while hiking. Did we mention she does all this with a fully fused spine? That’s right, her back is fused all the way down to S1, and she does more mountain activities in a week than many do in a lifetime! Check out her Instagram (@full.fusion.adventures) and follow along with her training and outdoor pursuits! Summation Coach: Dr. Scott Ferguson Favorite place to recreate: Anywhere above the treeline Expedition goals: Too many to count, but a full ski traverse of the Wind-River-Range is pretty high up on the tick-list. Favorite training treat: Wild blueberries Life lesson learned: When things seem the darkest, take a step back, take a deep breath, and take it all in—for these are the moments that teach me the most about who I am. @full.fusion.adventures https://www.summationathletics.com/public-service-discounts daily 0.75 2025-01-26 https://www.summationathletics.com/store daily 0.75 2020-11-28 https://www.summationathletics.com/store/p/style-03-bsn2y monthly 0.5 2020-08-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec321c2af33de48734cc929/1589847009300-4CWRFYXSO0W2OJPXADWQ/oodin-Front_0004_Layer-Comp-5-v1-FINAL.jpg Store - Alpine Fitness III https://www.summationathletics.com/store/p/style-02-a3h2x monthly 0.5 2020-08-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec321c2af33de48734cc929/1589847010498-AZPKNVM63CHSSDV8K0PZ/oodin-Front_0004_Layer-Comp-5-v1-FINAL.jpg Store - Alpine Fitness - II https://www.summationathletics.com/store/p/style-01-jrby4 monthly 0.5 2020-08-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec321c2af33de48734cc929/1589847012053-OFNQONNSFXU6P5EI9LC8/oodin-Front_0000_Layer-Comp-1-v1-FINAL.jpg Store - Alpine Fitness - I