The Art of Slab Climbing: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for Success
Slab climbing is notorious for polarizing climbers. While no severe divides or arguments have risen over a slab climb, some climbers openly admit their love for the style while others vow never to touch them. But slab climbing can be fun and rewarding despite the frustrations and fear that accompany some of the moves demanded. […]
The Psychological Challenges in Competitive Rock Climbing
Climbing is highly physical. You pull onto the wall, and every part of your body engages, from your fingers to your toes, to keep the body tension needed to fly up the wall. But, as with any sport, there is a psychological component. One psychological component for any climber is overcoming the fear of falling […]
5 Best Places Around the Globe for an Outdoor Climbing Trip
Climbing at world-class crags around the globe is every climber’s dream. You get to see the world, meet interesting people, and experience some of the coolest movements on the planet. So, whether you are gearing up for your next international outdoor climbing trip adventure or daydreaming from your desk, we have put together a list […]
How to Train for Lead Climbing by Bouldering
For various reasons, you might find your nearest climbing gym outfit with only bouldering walls. If you’ve found a love for sport climbing, specifically lead climbing, this is less than ideal, as training for your outdoor projects may seem impossible with only bouldering at your fingertips. Climbers may also face situations where they need more time to […]
4 Things to Know Before Watching Professional Climbing
Thirty years ago, rock climbing was relatively unheard of in mainstream culture. Today, commercial climbing gyms are opening in major cities, suburban areas, and even some rural towns are welcoming indoor climbing gyms. Likewise, professional climbing has been around for decades, but the rock climbing industry boom has brought about an entirely new world of […]
Hangboarding for Beginners
While these tips are for hangboarding beginners, they are not for beginner climbers! So we offer this note of caution: before reading this, if you have been climbing for less than one year, it is suggested that you don’t focus on adding a hangboard routine to your training. For the lowest risk of tendon injury, […]