Connie Sciolino's guest appearances

Connie Sciolino

Mountain & Prairie with Ed Roberson

Mountain Sense

Brendan Leonard

Jessica Lewis

Jason Gardner

Iris Gardner

Dan Flores

Juanita Vero

Cate Havstad

Jillian Lukiwski

Becca Skinner

Andrew Skurka

Len Necefer

Daniel Anderson

David Gessner

Chris Burkard

Kelsey Johnson

OwlTail

In episode 02 I sit down with Connie Sciolino, head coach and founder of Boulder's notorious Alpine Training Center.  For mountain professionals, fitness is a crucial attribute when it comes to getting our job done safely and effectively.  There is a lot of misunderstanding within our community when it comes to training, especially on the DIY side.  Connie has worked with athletes like Aaron Mulkey, Conrad Anker, and many of Boulder's humblest, under-the-radar mountain sport crushers.  As Connie alludes to, her objective is not to create future olympic athletes.  The demographic of her athletes is mostly 30+, working professionals, who have a serious dedication to their sport.  Be it Skimo racers, endurance runners, mountain bikers, or guides the community of athletes you will find at the ATC all possess a common attitude.  Humble, yet confident.  Committed to their sports, but almost all juggling a demanding professional life which leaves little time to waste.  Looking to perform at the top of their game, while preventing or dealing with injuries that are a reality for anyone continually pushing their body to its limits.  At the core of it all, Connie wants her athletes to be able to play in their sports as long as possible.  The age range of athletes who show up to the ATC on a daily basis is a huge testament to that.  I am continually humbled and inspired by fellow ATC athletes, some nearly twice my age, who are continually kicking my ass in the workouts.  If this doesn't sound like the type of training you need, then I wouldn't bother listening to this one.  If you are looking to increase your durability, resistance to injury, and want to do your job day in and day out and still have enough energy in reserve should you be faced with a worst case scenario, or just to come home and spend quality time with your loved ones after a long stretch of days in the mountains, then this is worth your time.  My favorite quote from Connie in this one is that "It doesn't matter how fast you can go if you can't get back home."  If you only have an hour to spend at the gym, there are some subtle but critical adjustments you can likely focus on that could make a world of difference in the long run.  Taking a strategic approach to your limited training time is one of the best investments you can make in your longevity, safety, and fun factor in the mountains.  Find out more about Connie and the ATC:http://thealpinetrainingcenter.com/Try out Connie's foundational strength and sport specific programs on the Train Heroic app:https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/#/org/AlpineTrainingCenterI have personally used Connie's programming on this app during times of the year when I can't make it into the gym consistently.  These programs are designed to give the same results as training in-person at the ATC, but with the equipment found in a typical commercial gym (ie, Planet Fitness, Life Time, hotels, etc).   Once you purchase a program, most of which are six-weeks in length, you have access for one year.  I often go back and cherry pick workouts when I am traveling short-term and need a quick fix. Find the Alpine Training Center on facebook, Connie often posts workouts on the gym's facebook page as well which is another resource I commonly use when I am away from Boulder and need to get a quick workout in.

In episode 02 I sit down with Connie Sciolino, head coach and founder of Boulder's notorious Alpine Training Center.  For mountain professionals, fitness is a crucial attribute when it comes to getting our job done safely and effectively.  There is a lot of misunderstanding within our community when it comes to training, especially on the DIY side.  Connie has worked with athletes like Aaron Mulkey, Conrad Anker, and many of Boulder's humblest, under-the-radar mountain sport crushers.  As Connie alludes to, her objective is not to create future olympic athletes.  The demographic of her athletes is mostly 30+, working professionals, who have a serious dedication to their sport.  Be it Skimo racers, endurance runners, mountain bikers, or guides the community of athletes you will find at the ATC all possess a common attitude.  Humble, yet confident.  Committed to their sports, but almost all juggling a demanding professional life which leaves little time to waste.  Looking to perform at the top of their game, while preventing or dealing with injuries that are a reality for anyone continually pushing their body to its limits.  At the core of it all, Connie wants her athletes to be able to play in their sports as long as possible.  The age range of athletes who show up to the ATC on a daily basis is a huge testament to that.  I am continually humbled and inspired by fellow ATC athletes, some nearly twice my age, who are continually kicking my ass in the workouts.  If this doesn't sound like the type of training you need, then I wouldn't bother listening to this one.  If you are looking to increase your durability, resistance to injury, and want to do your job day in and day out and still have enough energy in reserve should you be faced with a worst case scenario, or just to come home and spend quality time with your loved ones after a long stretch of days in the mountains, then this is worth your time.  My favorite quote from Connie in this one is that "It doesn't matter how fast you can go if you can't get back home."  If you only have an hour to spend at the gym, there are some subtle but critical adjustments you can likely focus on that could make a world of difference in the long run.  Taking a strategic approach to your limited training time is one of the best investments you can make in your longevity, safety, and fun factor in the mountains.  Find out more about Connie and the ATC:<a href="http://thealpinetrainingcenter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://thealpinetrainingcenter.com/</a>Try out Connie's foundational strength and sport specific programs on the Train Heroic app:<a href="https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/#/org/AlpineTrainingCenter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/#/org/AlpineTrainingCenter</a>I have personally used Connie's programming on this app during times of the year when I can't make it into the gym consistently.  These programs are designed to give the same results as training in-person at the ATC, but with the equipment found in a typical commercial gym (ie, Planet Fitness, Life Time, hotels, etc).   Once you purchase a program, most of which are six-weeks in length, you have access for one year.  I often go back and cherry pick workouts when I am traveling short-term and need a quick fix. Find the Alpine Training Center on facebook, Connie often posts workouts on the gym's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/The-Alpine-Training-Center-331358835234/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook</a> page as well which is another resource I commonly use when I am away from Boulder and need to get a quick workout in.

02 Connie Sciolino: It doesn't matter how fast you can go if you can't get back home

Connie Sciolino is the owner and head coach at The Alpine Training Center in Boulder, Colorado. The ATC is a no-frills gym on the outskirts of town that helps outdoor athletes become better skiers, climbers, runners, and bikers through strength training. Connie trains everyone from professional athletes to weekend warriors, including one of the climbers in the hit mountaineering documentary, Meru. • The workouts are grueling, both physically and mentally. But her clients' results speak for themselves—committed athletes leave the gym stronger, tougher, more resistant to injury, and better equipped to tackle the challenges of the high mountains. Thanks to her diverse collection of educational, professional, athletic, and outdoor experiences, Connie is setting a new standard for training for mountain-focused sports. • http://mountainandprairie.com/connie-sciolino/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 6:25 - Connie explains her work 7:00 - History of the Alpine Training Center 9:55 - How is ATC different than Crossfit 11:25 - “Special” ATC exercises (i.e. "sandbag getups” and “Curtis Ps") 14:15 - Connie’s athletic, educational, and professional background 18:15 - Early days of experimenting with ski-focused weight training 23:10 - Connie’s athletic experiences in Jackson Hole and the West 26:00 - How Connie built ATC’s unique culture 30:20 - How Connie builds programs for such a wide range of abilities 33:15 - How Connie trains mental toughness 36:55 - The coaching team at ATC 49:25 - Gym Jones 53:00 - Meru and training Renan Ozturk 1:02:30 - Advice for ATC-like training if you don’t live in Boulder 1:05:40 - Connie’s 1-hour body weight challenge: As many push-ups, air squats, and sit-ups. Equal reps across. (Ed’s note: You may want to start with 100-100-100. You will be destroyed.) 1:08:20 - One of Connie’s favorite success stories 1:12:50 - Favorite books 1:15:15 - Connie’s favorite place in the West 1:18:30 - Connie’s request of listeners 1:21:50 - Find the ATC online --- This episode is sponsored by Mountain Khakis. Rugged. Authentic. Reliable. Timeless. What started as a casual conversation at the Shady Lady Saloon in Jackson Hole, WY has become a top-performing mountain-inspired lifestyle apparel brand. Established in 2003, Mountain Khakis quickly became a staple in the wardrobe of everyone from ranch hands to golf pros, those who travel by jet, as well as those who travel by thumb. The Mountain Khakis brand story continues to resonate as it connects to the enthusiast who believes that freedom and rugged adventure is a way of life. Join the conversation at MountainKhakis.com

Connie Sciolino is the owner and head coach at The Alpine Training Center in Boulder, Colorado. The ATC is a no-frills gym on the outskirts of town that helps outdoor athletes become better skiers, climbers, runners, and bikers through strength training. Connie trains everyone from professional athletes to weekend warriors, including one of the climbers in the hit mountaineering documentary, Meru. • The workouts are grueling, both physically and mentally. But her clients' results speak for themselves—committed athletes leave the gym stronger, tougher, more resistant to injury, and better equipped to tackle the challenges of the high mountains. Thanks to her diverse collection of educational, professional, athletic, and outdoor experiences, Connie is setting a new standard for training for mountain-focused sports. • <a href="http://mountainandprairie.com/connie-sciolino/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://mountainandprairie.com/connie-sciolino/</a> --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 6:25 - Connie explains her work 7:00 - History of the Alpine Training Center 9:55 - How is ATC different than Crossfit 11:25 - “Special” ATC exercises (i.e. "sandbag getups” and “Curtis Ps") 14:15 - Connie’s athletic, educational, and professional background 18:15 - Early days of experimenting with ski-focused weight training 23:10 - Connie’s athletic experiences in Jackson Hole and the West 26:00 - How Connie built ATC’s unique culture 30:20 - How Connie builds programs for such a wide range of abilities 33:15 - How Connie trains mental toughness 36:55 - The coaching team at ATC 49:25 - Gym Jones 53:00 - Meru and training Renan Ozturk 1:02:30 - Advice for ATC-like training if you don’t live in Boulder 1:05:40 - Connie’s 1-hour body weight challenge: As many push-ups, air squats, and sit-ups. Equal reps across. (Ed’s note: You may want to start with 100-100-100. You will be destroyed.) 1:08:20 - One of Connie’s favorite success stories 1:12:50 - Favorite books 1:15:15 - Connie’s favorite place in the West 1:18:30 - Connie’s request of listeners 1:21:50 - Find the ATC online --- This episode is sponsored by Mountain Khakis. Rugged. Authentic. Reliable. Timeless. What started as a casual conversation at the Shady Lady Saloon in Jackson Hole, WY has become a top-performing mountain-inspired lifestyle apparel brand. Established in 2003, Mountain Khakis quickly became a staple in the wardrobe of everyone from ranch hands to golf pros, those who travel by jet, as well as those who travel by thumb. The Mountain Khakis brand story continues to resonate as it connects to the enthusiast who believes that freedom and rugged adventure is a way of life. Join the conversation at <a href="http://MountainKhakis.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MountainKhakis.com</a>

Connie Sciolino - Building Stronger & Tougher Outdoor Athletes