Practically every climbing gym has a campus board. For many beginner climbers, it’s a far-fetched torture device that looks incomprehensible. For other climbers, the campus board is an essential tool
When you first get started with rock climbing, your progression is striking. You get stronger, try harder, and notice positive changes in your body and climbing technique. It’s precisely the
As climbers, we spend a lot of time focusing on the “bigger, more important” muscle groups in our bodies. This is great for building strength and muscle mass. However, unfortunately,
I’ve always thought that rock climbing was the epitome of “fun” and “working out.” It’s like a secret workout disguised by a fun activity. Instead of getting motivated to walk
Talk to any seasoned rock climber, and they’ll tell you that core strength is critical to their climbing. Some even go so far as to say that core strength is
A climber’s two hands, specifically their ten fingers (or 9.5 if you are Tommy Caldwell), are their direct contact with the stone and their body. Yes, you use your feet
For most climbers, getting better is one of the key goals they are working towards. And there are many ways to help yourself improve: Watching videos Reading articles Watching more
Whether you’re an indoor enthusiast or an outdoor explorer, rock climbing has its own set of rules, grading system, equipment, and techniques. One key ingredient that often gets sidelined is
Climbing as a sport is in its relative infancy. When we compare it to other activities such as gymnastics or weight lifting, climbing lacks the large amount of academic literature
Rock climbing is an intense and demanding activity. It requires both fine and gross motor skills to complete every movement on the wall, challenging your body in different ways. No
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