5 Things To Do Before Climbing To Improve Performance And Sustainability
Five things to do before climbing to improve performance and sustainability: dial in your beta, pick one skill to drill, check your gear, and warm up right.
Climbing Technique
Technique/basic tips for climbing holds, footwork, etc
14 Types of Climbing Holds and How to Use Them
Learn the 14 main types of climbing holds, from jugs and crimps to slopers and pockets, plus the grip technique that works best for each one on the wall.
Indoor Bouldering: Do’s and Don’ts For Beginners
New to indoor bouldering? These beginner do’s and don’ts cover what to wear, chalk, shoes, warming up, beta and gym etiquette for a smooth first session.
7 Common Mistakes in Rock Climbing For Beginners
New to climbing? Avoid these 7 common climbing mistakes for beginners, from skipping your warm-up to muscling routes, and use the easy fixes to climb better.
5 Common Climbing Injuries and How to Prevent Them
The 5 most common climbing injuries and prevention tips that actually work, from warm-ups and technique to strength fixes for fingers, elbows, and shoulders.
A Guide For Climbers: Bouldering Drills 101
Bouldering drills for every skill level. Learn how to choose drills, how many to do per session, and try 7 on-the-wall drills to climb stronger.
What Are Undercling Climbing Holds and Why Climbers Love/Hate Them
What are undercling climbing holds? Learn how to use underclings, why climbers love and hate them, and how to turn them into a rest with solid footwork.
What Is A Crimp In Rock Climbing And How To Use Them
A crimp is a small climbing hold you grip with just your fingertips. Learn what a crimp is, the full, half and open crimp grips, and how to use them safely.
Slopers: How To Use The Hardest Climbing Hold
What are large slopers in rock climbing and how do you use slopers without slipping off? Body position, chalk and grip tips to send sloper holds well.