The Joe Rogan Experience #1013 - Cameron Hanes
Sep 22, 2017
Cameron Hanes, a keen bowhunting athlete and endurance runner, shares insights from his intense training regimen and the philosophy of 'Keep Hammering'. He dives into the thrilling details of elk behavior during rut, the ethics of hunting, and the nutritional benefits of wild game. Cameron discusses the mental toughness required in ultrarunning and parallels it to the challenges faced in bowhunting. The conversation also touches on the connection between food and memory, and how hunting fosters a strong community and reliance on public lands.
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Three-Week Solo Backcountry Trial
- Cameron recounts Adam Greentree's solo multi-state backcountry hunt, living in a tiny tent and facing a close grizzly encounter.
- That month-long self-reliant journey inspired followers and demonstrated extreme wilderness resilience.
Train Harder Than The Hunt
- Cameron prescribes training harder than the hunt: 'Train hard, hunt easy' so physical preparation reduces field stress.
- Use durable cushioned shoes (he cites Under Armour 'fat tires') for long-distance running over technical terrain.
Weight Loss Through Ultra Training
- Cameron explains he purposely ran in a calorie deficit during ultra races, dropping from 184 to 165 pounds for efficiency.
- He calls being light a key advantage for ultra running while acknowledging trade-offs for hunting strength.
