The Cadre Podcast
The Cadre Podcast
The Cadre
Train Like a Pack Mule: Fitness, Rucking & the Hunter Mindset with Todd Bumgardner | Ep 016
1 hour 8 minutes Posted Jun 19, 2026 at 3:00 pm.
, Introduction to Todd and Pack Mule Training4:50, Todd's Journey into Human Performance Coaching10:11, The Importance of Base Testing in Fitness14:53, Fitness and Decision Making in the Backcountry20:14, Preparing for NRL Hunter Events24:53, The Role of Mobility and Weight Management30:06, Client Experiences and Training Programs34:58, Collaboration for Comprehensive Hunter Training37:52, Precision Rifle Shooting Mindset40:49, Understanding Capabilities and Limitations46:24, Rifle Setup and Personal Connection51:37, Rucking Training for Hunters1:01:31, Gear Recommendations and Packing Tips
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Join Phillip Velayo and Todd of Pac Mule Training for a deep dive into the fitness side of hunting and shooting, including everything most guys overlook until the mountain humbles them. Todd walks through his journey from human performance coaching into building specialized training programs for hunters and shooters, and breaks down why movement efficiency, rucking, and base testing matter more than raw strength. He gets into how to structure a 3 to 4 month training plan, how to track progress, how to dial in gear selection and load distribution for rucking, and how physical readiness ties directly into mental confidence and decision making in the field. Whether you're prepping for an NRL Hunter event, gearing up for a backcountry season, or just tired of being the limiting factor on your own hunts, this one is worth the full sit.
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