Limit Bouldering for Building Max Climbing Strengt...

An Effective Approach to Climbing Training Through...

Transitioning from Cragging Season to Training Sea...

Podcast #93: 7 Common Training and Performance Mis...

Send Your Project Faster Using Beta Visualization

5 Reasons Why Stronger Fingers Equal Better Climbi...

Podcasts

Podcast #92 – Research Update: Finger Injuries, RED-S, and More from the Climbing Medicine Symposium

by Eric Hörst | Oct 1, 2023 | Podcasts, The Hurt Locker (Injury)

Gain some insider insights from the Canadian Climbing Medicine (CCM) Symposium held in Squamish,...

Podcast #91 – Climbing Your First 5.13a (Ryan Devlin Consult #2)

by Eric Hörst | Sep 11, 2023 | Podcasts, Train Strategy
Podcast #90: Training to Climb Your Best This “Send Season”!

by Eric Hörst | Aug 26, 2023 | Podcasts, Train Body
Podcast #89: How Often Should You “Rest Day” While on a Climbing Roadtrip

by Eric Hörst | Jul 11, 2023 | Nutrition & Recovery, Podcasts

Training Videos

Advanced Hangboard Training Techniques for Developing Finger Strength

by Eric Hörst | Sep 21, 2023 | Train Body, Training Videos

Take your targeted finger training to the next level. Learn a one-handed, advanced hangboard...

Project-Specific Training with Indoor Simulator Problems

by Eric Hörst | Jun 30, 2023 | Climbing Mastery, Train Body, Training Videos

Athlete Spotlights

Adrian Vanoni Keeps It Simple to Send 5.14 Cracks

by Lucie Hanes | Oct 20, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights

Adrian Vanoni sent Cobra Crack and Prayer for a Friend, both iconic routes in the crack climbing...

Climb More Creatively with Alex Megos’ Stretching Routine

by Lucie Hanes | Oct 3, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights, Train Technique & Skills
How Jordan Cannon Trained to Send the Trango Tower

by Lucie Hanes | Sep 14, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights
How Tyler Thompson Masters the Art of Sending Quickly

by Lucie Hanes | Jul 10, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights

Get Stronger One Arm (and Leg) at a Time: 4 Unilateral Strength Exercises for Climbers

by Lucie Hanes | Oct 27, 2023 | Train Body

Traditional strength training doesn’t always translate very well to climbing. Develop...

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10 Do’s and Don’ts for Effective Redpoint Climbing

by Eric Hörst | Oct 24, 2023 | Train Strategy, Training Articles

Projecting is all about long-term investment, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t...

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5 Tips for Improving Your Climbing Efficiency (and Climbing WAY Harder!)

by Eric Hörst | Oct 16, 2023 | Climbing Mastery, Train Technique & Skills, Training Articles

Climbing harder isn’t always about working harder. Learn five techniques to help improve...

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10 Mental Strategies to Improve Climbing Performance

by Eric Hörst | Oct 13, 2023 | Climbing Mastery, Train Mind

The biggest breakthroughs depend on the quality of your thoughts. Learn ten mental strategies to...

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Reframe Your Thoughts to Revamp Your Climbing (and Life)

by Lucie Hanes | Oct 9, 2023 | Train Mind

Where your attention goes, energy flows. And if your brain is hell-bent on believing that you...

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Training Cafe #74 – Dealing with Minor In-Season Aches and Pains

by Lucie Hanes | Oct 8, 2023 | Training Cafe Vodcast

In this episode of the Training Cafe, Coach Hörst discusses how to manage nagging injuries that...

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training4climbing

Expert climbing & training tips from renowned climbing coach and best-selling author Eric Hörst. #TrainSmarter #ClimbStronger #BoulderBetter

Finger strength might be a climber's bread and but

Finger strength might be a climber's bread and butter, but the wrists aren't far off. Build more resilient wrists to maximize your grip and the potential of your precious fingers. Learn how at the link in our bio!
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#trainingforclimbing #gripstrength #strengthtraining #climbingstrength #climbingtraining #upperbodystrength #wriststrength #fingerstrength

Distraction is the worst energy sucker. Maintainin

Distraction is the worst energy sucker. Maintaining concentration while you climb is a crucial skill to have in your quiver because it helps conserve energy while climbing and funnels all your focus into the situation at hand. Find five techniques for improving concentration—both on and off the wall—at the link in our bio.
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#trainingforclimbing #concentrationtraining #focustraining #focusbetter #concentratebetter #concentrationdrills #trainyourbrain #mentaltraining #focusstrategy #mentalstrength #mentalfitness #stayfocused #focusedtraining #climbingtraining

Climbing means different things to different peopl

Climbing means different things to different people. For some, it’s an engaging way to workout. For others, it’s a vehicle for life-changing experiences and adventures. Where does climbing fit in your life? Read on at the link in our bio to learn how to climb indoors as a first step to exploring just how far the sport can take you—or share with someone you want to go climbing with you!
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Regular ol' pull-ups are great and all, but there'

Regular ol' pull-ups are great and all, but there's only so many you can do without losing valuable training stimulus by doing the same thing over and over again. Change up your pull-up game to break through upper-body strength barriers. Try these four variations on the classic pull-up. Learn them all at the link in our bio!
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The holidays are a busy time of year for almost ev

The holidays are a busy time of year for almost everyone, and the madness is only just beginning. Prepare for the chaos ahead of time with this practical approach to training through the holiday season via a healthy balance between time at the gym and time celebrating.
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In honor of Small Business Saturday, here's a shou

In honor of Small Business Saturday, here's a shoutout to our sister company: PhysiVāntage! Check out the story and mission behind Coach Hörst's passion project to supply the most pure, effective, and scientifically sound supplements for hardworking climbers. Learn more about PhysiVāntage at the link in our bio!
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#physivantage #smallbusinesssaturday #smallbusiness #supplements #climbingnutrition #fuelyourbody #sportsnutrition

If you find yourself feeling slow, heavy, or unmot

If you find yourself feeling slow, heavy, or unmotivated to climb today after yesterday's feast, then these excitation strategies will help rev your engine! Read up to power up at the link in our bio.
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#trainingforclimbing #excitation #getpsyched #energize #getenergized #sportspsychology #mentaltactics #mentaltraining #climbingtraining

Today's the day to fuel up BIG for your climbing g

Today's the day to fuel up BIG for your climbing goals! Climbers don't need to fear food; take it from pro climber and sports dietitian Amity Warme. Read up on how to fuel yourself best for climbing, today and everyday. Link in bio!
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#trainingforclimbing #sportsnutrition #sportsdietitian #fuelingforclimbing #fuelyourbody #eatbigdreambig #climbingnutrition

Finding the balance between work and life presents

Finding the balance between work and life presents more challenges for routesetters than almost anyone else. You can’t just clock in, clock out, and move on with your day if you expect to keep up with personal climbing goals as well. Learn how to make your work as a routesetter, training as a climber, and health—both physical and mental—exist in harmony with one another. Read at the link in our bio!
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