n this episode of Talk Is Sheep, Kyle Stelter welcomes back Kyle Kamp for the second installment in our quarterly mountain nutrition series as we move closer to sheep season.
With the dust of New Year’s resolutions behind us and mountain hunts quickly approaching, Kyle Kamp breaks down how hunters should adjust nutrition as training volume increases. From adding calories without overdoing it, to understanding carbohydrates, protein, hydration, electrolytes, and weight loss, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone preparing for a demanding backcountry hunt.
The conversation also dives into the mental and physical side of mountain readiness, including Kyle Kamp’s annual “Death Hike” with the EXO Mountain Gear crew, the value of building confidence through hard efforts, and why training is not about perfection — it is about becoming more prepared than you were before.
Kyle Kamp explains how to fuel long training sessions, avoid under-eating, manage hydration in hot weather, recognize whether you are a salty sweater, and plan calories for different hunt intensities. Whether you are heading into sheep country, preparing for a mountain hunt, or simply trying to get stronger and leaner for fall, this episode offers timely guidance as the season draws near.
In This Episode
Kyle Kamp’s annual Death Hike preparation
How nutrition should change as training increases
Why carbs matter for mountain performance
Protein needs during hard training
Common mistakes with weight loss before a hunt
How to avoid overtraining
When and how to taper before sheep season
Hydration strategies for long days in the mountains
Electrolytes, salty sweaters, and product selection
How to plan calories for backpack hunts
Fueling for low, moderate, and difficult hunt days
Why consistency matters more than perfection
Presented by: @sitkagear
This episode is sponsored by our conservation partner: @yeti
Supported by:
@zeisshunting
@frontiersmengear
@onxhunt
@stoneglacier
@wild_tv
@schnee_hunt
@precision.optics
@gunwerks
