Recently I began learning more about nutrition and the essential role it plays not only in general health but in physical fitness as well. Fortunately, I have for a long time been a fan of eating healthy, such as eating organic foods, eating a ton of vegetables and fruits every day, etc. But as I learned more, I realized that I needed to learn what my body needs in order to stay fit, and most importantly in order to be a strong climber. When coupled with a solid training program, eating properly can help you make significant performance gains. Read the rest of this entry »

This morning I was browsing the internet reading various articles on training for climbing, and I quickly came to realize that no one out there is stressing the importance of training technically for climbing. All the emphasis is on the physical side of training. I am included in that group! I always write about physical training, but rarely do I stress the importance of technical training. While it is a routine part of my weekly schedule, I always forget to teach that principle to others. So I wanted to write this morning to suggest adding the following things to your weekly routine: Read the rest of this entry »

We’ve had great response from people who have signed up for our “10 Free Climbing Training Tips” guide, so I thought I’d share a bit more on some specific workouts for people to try. I of course realize that not everyone has the time or opportunity to spend 4 or even 3 sessions at the climbing gym each week, so I wanted to provide you with a quick workout that includes a flexibility exercise, a power and strength exercise, and an anaerobic endurance excercise. Read the rest of this entry »