Category: Basic Training

At-Home Exercises for Climbers

by Eric Hörst | Aug 28, 2023 | Basic Training, Train Body

Climbing well isn’t all about time on the wall. If you can’t make it to the crag or...

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Tips for (and Benefits of) Climbing Pregnant

by Eric Hörst | Aug 17, 2023 | Basic Training, Climbing 101

Should you continue to climb while pregnant? With an ordinary pregnancy, the answer is an emphatic...

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The Skinny on Optimizing Body Composition to Improve Climbing Performance

by Eric Hörst | Jun 19, 2023 | Basic Training, Nutrition & Recovery, Train Body, Training Articles

Strength-to-weight ratios are key performance indicators for climbers. Learn one way to increase...

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Podcast #82: 7 End-of-Climbing-Season Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make (by Dwight Schrute, kind of!)

by Eric Hörst | Dec 17, 2022 | Basic Training, Podcasts, Train Body

Learn seven end-of-climbing-season mistakes that you don’t want to make! Launch into a new...

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Podcast #69 – 10 Common Training-for-Climbing Mistakes That You Should Avoid!

by Eric Hörst | Dec 10, 2021 | Basic Training, Podcasts, Train Body

Learn 10 common training mistakes that stunt progress in climbing, waste time and energy, and...

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6 Tips to Naturally Strengthen Your Immune System

by Eric Hörst | Dec 1, 2021 | Basic Training, The Hurt Locker (Injury), Train Body

Learn six things you can do each day to strengthen your immune system. Like it or not,...

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Podcast #67 – The Perfect Warm-up Protocol for Optimal Training & Sending!

by Eric Hörst | Oct 1, 2021 | Basic Training, Podcasts, Train Body

Learn the 7-Steps to an Excellent Warm-up for Serious Training and Performance Climbing. One of...

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Podcast #38: Ask Coach Hörst (Round 6)

by Eric Hörst | Aug 6, 2019 | Basic Training, Podcasts

In this episode of Ask Coach Hörst…Eric answers 7 wide-ranging questions from listeners....

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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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#trainingforclimbing #indoorclimbing #gymclimber #gymclimbing #climbinggym #boulderinggym #learntoclimb #climbingcoach #beginnerclimber

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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#trainingforclimbing #pullupbar #pullups #doapullup #pulluptraining #strengthtraining #upperbodyworkout #upperbodystrength #shoulderstrength

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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#trainingforclimbing #climbingtraining #trainthroughtheholidays #trainingseason #trainingplan #climbingtrainingplan #climbingcoach #trainingtips #climbingtips

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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#trainingforclimbing #routesetting #routesetter #climbingtraining #climbharder #trainingschedule

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