Technique/basic tips for climbing holds, footwork, etc
Whether you are just starting to climb, or you have been climbing for a long time, you may be considering ways to get better at rock climbing and/or bouldering. There are a few things that you can do before every climbing session to improve your performance and climbing sustainability. Mind you that I included sustainability … Read more
The way you move through a climb is dependent on the type of holds that you have available. If you have a side-pull or an undercling, you need to make moves that will position yourself in a strong position to leverage those climbs. Because of this, it’s important to understand the main types of handholds … Read more
Whether you don’t want to stand out as a beginner in the bouldering gym or you are going bouldering for the first time, you may want to know what to expect and basic do’s and don’ts for a bouldering gym. If this sounds relatable, then here is the perfect bouldering guide for you. Included below … Read more
The likelihood of you making a mistake while climbing is very high, especially when you are a beginner. The most important thing in climbing (besides safety, of course) is to have fun so worrying about the hundreds of mistakes you may or may not make isn’t worth much of your time. However, if you want … Read more
Like athletes in any sport, most rock climbers have experienced some sort of injury. Rock climbing can be a dangerous sport but safety gear and safe practices make injuries minimal and they are usually preventable. However, there are some injuries that are caused by unbalanced muscles or overuse that have become the most common causes … Read more
Whether you are trying to “up” your bouldering game by adding bouldering drills into your climbing regimen or you want to switch up your bouldering training with new or different drills, here is your training guide to become a stronger climber. Why Include Bouldering Drills In Your Climbing Regimen Bouldering Drills aren’t for everyone. If … Read more
If you have been climbing for a while, you may be interested in learning some common lingo you can use while talking with fellow climbers. Types of holds, for example, are good to know if you are shouting beta (beta is a term used in climbing that explains each move in a climbing route). One … Read more
A friend of mine who just started to climb told me that he prefers using handholds that are big enough for his entire hand to grasp because small holds were too difficult to grip and it made me think about crimping and crimp holds. Crimp climbing, also known as crimping, is a climbing grip where … Read more
I was at a climbing clinic earlier today and the instructor was going through basic climbing language so that everyone at the clinic would be on the same page as she provided direction. The instructor brought up “slopers” and though most of us knew what she was talking about, it was clear that not everyone … Read more