How Are Climbing Routes Graded?

If you’ve been climbing a couple of times, you may have noticed that some climbs graded at the same level seem easier or harder than each other. So I decided to research how climbs are graded. How are climbing routes graded? In the YDS and V grading systems, the hardest move on the route is … Read more

Is Climbing Considered A Sport

Climbing is only just becoming an activity that households around the world are familiar with. However, with the addition of climbing to the Olympics, I’ve been seeing more questions about whether or not climbing is considered a sport. So I did some research into what is a sport and also considered hundreds of opinions found … Read more

Is Climbing and Bouldering Good For Cardio?

As an avid climber, I’ve recognized many benefits that climbing brings to me, including physical, mental and emotional. However, a very debatable benefit is whether or not climbing and bouldering are good for cardio health so I decided to do some research to find out. Is climbing good for cardio? Climbing increases your heart rate … Read more

Why Do People Like Climbing?

When people ask climbers why they climb, they are usually wondering why they put themselves in a dangerous position on purpose. There is a separation between personal fulfillment and a selfish risk. For climbers, the danger or adrenaline rush from the risk of falling isn’t usually at the forefront of their minds while they are … Read more