Basic tips for beginner climbers
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
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
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
I was wondering if it is ok to go bouldering in the rain or while the rock is wet so I did some research. Is it ok to climb in the rain or when the rock is wet? Bouldering in the rain isn’t recommended because some rock types such as sandstone are more likely to … Read more
With climbing gyms shut down around the world, you may be trying to figure out how to satisfy your climbing itch while confined at home. The following are the top 10 designs for at home climbing gyms. #10 Full Training Set-Up If the purpose of your climbing gym at home is for training only, then … Read more
I’ve noticed in the last month or so of not being able to go climbing (pandemic induced withdrawal) that I may be addicted to climbing. Climbing, just like many other exercises, creates endorphins and stimulates the release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. It’s no wonder that we notice a difference in our mood and wellbeing … Read more
The fear of falling is something that every climber has to deal with. It can prevent climbers from pushing harder or taking risks and it can prevent climbers from sending the problem. You only need to spend a few moments in the climbing community before you learn that everyone goes through it. With the fear … Read more
Whether you are going on a date climbing or just going with friends, you may be wondering what to wear bouldering. I know when I went climbing for the first time, I didn’t know what to wear. So what should women wear? Generally, the clothes that you wear to exercise will work. Just make sure … Read more
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
If you are considering making climbing your main training or exercise activity then you may be wondering how many days you should be climbing each week. For me, I wanted to train every day I could so that my climbing skill would improve, but I learned you shouldn’t climb every day. In this article, I … Read more