Sara Climbing with straight arms is one of the most important techniques for conserving energy and climbing efficiently. Instead of pulling with bent elbows, this technique allows climbers to rely more on body positioning and leg movement. Straight arms appear on nearly every climb and are especially important on longer routes or steep terrain where arm … Read more
Using your toes is one of the most fundamental climbing techniques and one of the first skills every climber should learn. It affects balance, reach, efficiency, and control, and shows up on nearly every climb, regardless of grade or style. This technique is less about strength and more about precision and intention. Learning to use … Read more
Ever feel like you’re climbing all the time but not actually getting better? You show up to the gym, try hard, maybe even work on some projects—but weeks (or months) later, it feels like you’re stuck at the same level. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing: climbing progress isn’t always obvious. Some improvements—like better footwork, more … Read more
What if you could improve your climbing in just 10 minutes per session? Most climbers think the only way to get better is by climbing more or grinding through long training sessions. But here’s the truth—quality matters more than quantity. You don’t need to spend hours training; you just need focused, intentional practice to refine … Read more
Ever feel like no matter how much you climb, you’re not actually getting better? You show up to the gym, put in the effort, maybe even try some harder routes—but weeks (or months) later, you’re still stuck at the same grade. Sound familiar? Many climbers assume that just climbing more will naturally lead to progress. … Read more
Ever feel like no matter how much you climb, you’re not improving as fast as you’d like? As a climbing coach, I see this all the time—climbers working hard but still feeling stuck. The problem isn’t a lack of effort; it’s small, common mistakes that make climbing harder than it needs to be. The good … Read more
Tash’s mental game is a crucial factor in her climbing success. She shares three key strategies to manage fear and enhance focus while climbing. 👩🦰 Introduction to Tash Tash is a dedicated climber who made a bold choice to pursue her passion full-time. Leaving her dental assistant studies behind, she committed herself to the climbing … Read more
I was worried that I purchased an “echo” of the documentary Free Solo, but this book was so much more. Not only did it provide context about the documentary, it provided insight into historical climbs from other legends that made me appreciate climbing more than I already do. Why Climbers Should Read It The Impossible … Read more
How skydiving changed my perspective on climbing training As I celebrated my 30th birthday yesterday, I reflected on what this milestone represents—a new decade, a fresh start, and the promise of transformative change. To mark the occasion, I wanted to do something spectacular, something I’d dreamt of since childhood: skydiving. The idea of jumping into … Read more
Sometimes I wonder what it would be like to train for climbing full-time. But I have other priorities that prevent full-time training—who can relate? My routine has undergone a few changes as I try to balance my day job, Send Edition, coaching climbing, and spending time with my wife and dog, plus everything else that … Read more