SKILLS

MENTAL STRENGTH IN CLIMBING: THE STOIC PERSPECTIVE

Drawing inspiration from Stoicism, this article connects ancient philosophy with modern mental training for climbers. It shows how self-discipline and emotional control can build resilience…

HOW TO MASTER BASIC CLIMBING TECHNIQUES: FROM FOOTWORK TO HAND HOLDS

The Climbing Hangar offers a comprehensive guide for beginners, emphasizing the importance of finesse and technique over brute strength. It covers essential aspects like precise foot placement, silent and soft foot movements, and the strategic use of handholds. The article…
TIPS FOR BETTER CLIMBING FOOTWORK TECHNIQUES

Stewart Green’s article on LiveAbout focuses on the critical role of footwork in climbing. It provides practical tips such as placing your feet softly and quietly on footholds, making small steps, and using your legs to push rather than relying…
ROCK CLIMBING TECHNIQUES: THE SKILLS TO MOVE UP THE GRADES

This article from Advnture delves into the importance of mastering fundamental climbing techniques to progress efficiently. It emphasizes the significance of understanding your center of gravity and body positioning. For instance, on an angled slab, keeping your body close to…
THE CALL OF THE WALL: WHAT NATURE TEACHES US BEFORE THE CLIMB

Before the first move, before the gear comes out, it’s the mountain itself that speaks. Here’s why just being there—surrounded by wild rock and silence—matters. The Call of the Wall: What Nature Teaches Us Before the Climb Begins Sometimes the…

PEOPLE

FOLLOWING YOUR PASSION – THE PATH OF MAGNUS MITDBO

The story of one climber’s success guided by his passion of climbing. How to best describe the life of Magnus Midtbø? Besides a standout career in competition climbing, Magnus has also co-founded a climbing gym, launched a viral YouTube channel, traveled the world, proven himself as a training guru, and bolted and developed one of…

EFFECTS OF CLIMBING AND RESISTANCE TRAINING ON CLIMBING PERFORMANCE

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the impact of climbing-specific and resistance training on climbing performance. The study found that integrating resistance training, particularly targeting finger flexors, can significantly improve climbing-related test performance compared to climbing alone. Notably,…
THE SCIENCE OF CLIMBING TRAINING – ROCK AND SNOW

This comprehensive guide by Spanish climbing coach Sergio Consuegra offers an evidence-based approach to training for climbing. It explores the physiological and biomechanical processes that underpin climbing performance, providing insights into how to improve specific needs such as…
THE BEST WAY TO GAIN ENDURANCE FOR SPORT CLIMBING

Endurance is the backbone of success in lead climbing and long boulder sessions. Whether you’re pushing for your first 7a or projecting a multi-pitch, building climbing-specific endurance is key. But what’s the best way to develop it? ARC…