Tag: Alex Megos

5 Reasons Why Stronger Fingers Equal Better Climbi...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Oct 30, 2023 | Train Body, Training Articles

Climb More Creatively with Alex Megos’ Stretching ...

Posted by Lucie Hanes | Oct 3, 2023 | Athlete Spotlights, Train Technique & Skills

The “10-4″ Rule for Projecting Sport Climbs...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Apr 24, 2023 | Train Strategy, Training Articles

“Boulder Campusing” Power Endurance Tr...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Jul 14, 2021 | Train Body, Training Articles, Training Videos

Send Video! Alex Megos Climbs His Hardest Route: B...

Posted by Eric Hörst | Nov 19, 2020 | Climbing Mastery

Alex Megos Establishes World’s Second 5.15d

Posted by Eric Hörst | Aug 7, 2020 | Climbing Mastery, Instagram Stories

Megos Send Video: The Power of Genuinely Loving “The Process”!

by Eric Hörst | Jul 8, 2020 | Climbing Mastery, Train Mind

It’s just another bouldering video. Right? Ten days of suffering, angst, and “wanting...

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Watch Movie Now! ROTPUNKT — The Story of Redpoint Climbing…and Alex Megos

by Eric Hörst | Nov 18, 2019 | Climbing Mastery, Gimme Kraft!, Motivation

If you’re a core climber, then this is a must-watch film — in my opinion, it’s one of...

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Rotpunkt: Alex Megos and the Art of the Redpoint (Trailer)

by Eric Hörst | Sep 1, 2019 | Climbing Mastery, Training Videos

Sport climbing videos are virtually ubiquitous (and often unremarkable), but when I heard about...

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Video: Training for the Crux

by Eric Hörst | Mar 1, 2019 | Gimme Kraft!, Train Strategy, Training Videos

Here’s a short video, featuring the powerful Alex Megos and climbing icon Jerry Moffatt,...

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Video: Alex Megos’ Training Interview

by Eric Hörst | Mar 8, 2017 | Training Videos

In these two short EPIC-TV videos, Alex provides some insight into his current training and recent...

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Video: Rock Stars Training at Sharma Gym

by Eric Hörst | Feb 21, 2017 | Training Videos

It’s kind of like a training-for-climbing “dream team”! Chris Sharma and his...

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Video: Alex Megos’ “The Secret” (Episode 4)

by Eric Hörst | Oct 1, 2016 | Training Videos

Here’s the fourth and final video in the Red Bull series about Alex Megos. This episode...

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Video: Alex Megos “Gravity” (Episode 3)

by Eric Hörst | Aug 10, 2016 | Training Videos

22-year-old Alex Megos continues to amaze… Earlier this month Alex established...

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Video: Alex Megos “Friction” (Episode 2)

by Eric Hörst | Jun 1, 2016 | Training Videos

In June of 2015 my family and I climbed with Alex Megos in the Frankenjura, his home crag in...

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Video: Alex Megos “Momentum” (Part 1)

by Eric Hörst | Mar 16, 2016 | Training Videos

Red Bull athlete, Alex Megos, trains about as hard and smart as anyone on the planet. He’s...

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Video: Be Strong Like Alex (Megos) Parts 1 & 2

by Eric Hörst | Dec 26, 2015 | Gimme Kraft!, Training Articles

Here are two great boulder-training videos featuring German rockstar, Alex Megos. In case...

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Gimme Kraft! Trailer (featuring Alex Megos)

by Eric Hörst | Feb 1, 2015 | Gimme Kraft!, Training Articles

There’s no such thing as too much power! –Wolfgang Güllich “Wolfgang’s quote is...

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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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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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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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