Category: Nutrition & Recovery

Hydration Tips for Hot Crag Days

Posted by Lucie Hanes | Jul 20, 2023 | Nutrition & Recovery

How to Develop Stronger Fingers and Tendons for Cl...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Jul 16, 2023 | Nutrition & Recovery, Research, Train Body

Podcast #89: How Often Should You “Rest Day&...

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

The Skinny on Optimizing Body Composition to Impro...

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

Slowing the Pump Clock: 5 Strategies to Improve Yo...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Jun 14, 2023 | Climbing Mastery, Nutrition & Recovery, Train Strategy, Train Technique & Skills

Benefits of Supplemental Protein for Climbers

Posted by Eric Hörst | May 11, 2023 | Nutrition & Recovery, The Hurt Locker (Injury)

Overnight Recovery Tactics for Weekend Warriors

by Lucie Hanes | Apr 27, 2023 | Climbing Mastery, Nutrition & Recovery

The typical weekend warrior schedule doesn’t leave much room for rest between hard outdoor...

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The Truth About Caffeine for Climbing Performance

by Eric Hörst | Apr 17, 2023 | Nutrition & Recovery

If you are a coffee aficionado like me, then this article is for you! Your addiction—er, culinary...

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Fueling for Sending with Amity Warme, Climbing Dietitian

by Lucie Hanes | Mar 9, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights, Nutrition & Recovery

In climbing, you get out what you put in. That applies not only to what you do in the gym, but...

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Self-Care for Routesetters: Nutrition Tactics

by Lucie Hanes | Dec 26, 2022 | Nutrition & Recovery

Routesetting is both a physically and mentally taxing job. To keep up with the heavy workload, you...

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Podcast #81 – Boulder & Crag Day Climbing Nutrition for Peak Performance

by Eric Hörst | Oct 25, 2022 | Nutrition & Recovery, Podcasts

Learn what to eat, how much water to drink, and what supplements you might take to enhance your...

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Manage Fatigue and Accelerate Recovery

by Eric Hörst | Oct 3, 2022 | Nutrition & Recovery, Training Articles

If you are serious about climbing performance, then you must be serious about managing your...

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Training and Nutritional Influence on Connective Tissue Strength & Injury Risk

by Eric Hörst | Jul 1, 2022 | Nutrition & Recovery, The Hurt Locker (Injury), Train Body

Learn how to balance climbing (and training) with rest and nutrition to develop stronger tendons...

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Performance Nutrition Through the Lens of Top Pro Climbers

by Eric Hörst | Apr 18, 2021 | Nutrition & Recovery

Ever wonder how rock climbing’s top athletes fuel their bodies? To perform at a high level...

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“LIGHT” – A Documentary About Eating Disorders in Climbing

by Eric Hörst | Feb 8, 2021 | Climbing Films, Nutrition & Recovery

LIGHT, Caroline Treadway’s recent documentary, unveils the hidden world of eating disorders...

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Training Café #18 – How to Taper Training to Climb Your Very Best!

by Eric Hörst | Jun 1, 2020 | Nutrition & Recovery, Train Body, Training Videos

Eric presents the science of a proper training taper. Learn how to taper training volume and...

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Podcast #41: Personalized Nutrition for Training and Performance

by Eric Hörst | Nov 20, 2019 | Nutrition & Recovery, Podcasts

If you’re serious about training and climbing your best, then you must be serious about...

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The Truth About Creatine for Climbers

by Eric Hörst | Nov 10, 2019 | Nutrition & Recovery, Training Articles

Will supplementing with creatine enhance climbing performance? (Answer: “It depends.”)...

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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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#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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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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