The Slowest Person on Everest… by Design What Everest Taught Dawn Aiken About Preparation, Pressure Breathing, and the Thousand Little Decisions That Make a Difference This blog post is based...
One man’s honest and humble opinion. Written by Recal Training founder and head coach, Anthony Lorubbio I got down from Kili 3 days ago. People have asked, “Is Kilimanjaro ‘actually’...
This is a ‘quick-reading’ article – I try to keep it short-ish, to-the-point, and in a reading format that skimming feels good. Enjoy. When I hear people say “I breathe...
If hiking uphill leaves you feeling compressed—like your chest can’t quite expand, your breath can’t quite land, and your legs are waiting on oxygen that never arrives—you’re not alone. Most...
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you already know your VO₂ max. You’ve seen it on your Garmin, Oura, or lab report. You’ve watched it tick up… or...
If you’re training for a big mountain, wearing a GPS fitness watch that spits out daily physiological metrics, you’ve probably asked yourself this question (sometimes proudly, sometimes nervously): “Is my...
If you’re anything like me, the last week of December is an interesting one. Reflections on the past year eventually give way to what’s in store in 2026– and maybe...
Breathwork is the secret weapon for mountain athletes, from climbers completing the Seven Summits, to ultra-runners finishing races like UTMB or Leadville 100. We’re using this blog post to summarize...
If you’re training for endurance—especially with mountains in your future—you’ve probably been sold the same message for years: more miles, more fitness. And while volume plays a large role, there’s...
