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A few months ago, when my coach said I needed to climb slab in order to climb V14 roof, I thought he was nuts. Now that I’m three months into climbing slab, I can say with 100% certainty, he was right. I have seen huge gains in my ability to climb at all angles. Luckily for me, I love slab. But even if you don’t love slab, I HIGHLY recommend that climbers add 10 minutes of slab to their regular climbing routine. You won’t regret it.
Read More“What do I wear?” is the most common question I get asked by new climbers going to the gym.
Read MoreClimbers are known to have rough skin and calluses. But when I shake people’s hands, they’re often surprised at how relatively soft they are. My soft skin is still tough skin; I can climb outside five days a week with no pain and no flappers!! Here are some tips I’ve picked up over the years to maintain my tough skin.
Read MoreThe transition from indoor bouldering to outdoor bouldering can be daunting. What do I wear? What gear do I bring? How will I find the boulders? Most climber’s first outdoor climbing experiences usually make funny stories down the road. However, some stories end with a trip to the hospital or a call to mountain rescue. I’ve listed 8 essentials to make your first climbing trip a safe and happy one!
Read MoreIn the past year, I learned the importance of a good spotter. Having a good relationship with your spotter can give you the confidence to try difficult moves high off the ground.
Read MorePistol squats are one of my favorite exercises. I’ve always found them to be fun, but they are also a great exercise that translates well to climbing. Get ready! I’m going to share four exercises that will help you develop your pistol squat!
Read MoreUsually as climbers, we concentrate on arm strength, but strong legs are just as important! Here are five exercises to improve your heel hook and toe down ability!
Read MoreFront Levers may not be fun but they are great core exercises and very useful for roof climbing. Here are five exercises that will improve your climbing and will progress you to doing a full front lever.
Read MoreThe second installment on how to improve your pull power! These exercises are a bit more challenging!
Read MoreWant to diversify your Instagram feed? We can help! Check out our list of 16 Black Women & Non-Binary Climbers to Follow on Instagram!
Read MoreI HATE THE COLD. I even wear ski pants to work. Earmuffs are on my head for at least eight months out of the year. I consider anything less then 75 degrees Fahrenheit to be too cold, but I climb year round.
Read MoreHueco Tanks is a crag that every climber should visit at least once. There’s no place like it in the country. There is a climb for literally EVERYONE. Slab, Vertical, Steep, Highball, Lowball—it’s all there! Since Hueco is so amazing, there is limited access in order to mitigate effects on local plants, petroglyphs, and wildlife. This guide will help you plan your next to trip the best bouldering spot in the country!
Read MoreAn important part of many different sports is having a strong core. As a short climber, I often rely on having strong abs to help me reach foot holds that are far away. I’m always looking for new ab exercises, so I thought I would share some of my favorites with y’all!
Read MoreI can faintly hear three friends, clapping and cheering 15 feet below me, but the rock I sit on, the route I just finished, and the world all slowly start to drop away. I have never felt more alive.
Read MoreMeet Melise: a climber and neuroscientist based out of Seattle, Washington.
Read More…Alex said, “hey, we should all go to Spain!” I was like, “I’ve never been, but sure, sounds great!”
Read MoreThe hypnotherapy made me brave enough to start obstacles, but I needed something to get me through the obstacles. For this, I scream like I’ve being cut up in tiny pieces with a dull knife.
Read MorePeru is a wonderful country for all outdoor enthusiasts! There is surfing, mountaineering, rock climbing, mountain biking, and much more. For those of you who are interested in visiting Peru, I’ll share our experiences to hopefully make your trip planning smoother. We split our time between Lima and Cusco, so this review will focus on the climbing in those areas.
Read More"falling to your death is a completely acceptable and practical fear"
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