How to Get Better at Crimping
Crimps may be the most polarizing climbing hold. If you’re good at them, you seek out all the crimp boulders and routes in the gym. If not, you stay as far away as possible, marveling at the finger strength of those crimp-loving crazies. But, to be a...
Is Rock Climbing Considered Cardio?
If you’ve ever climbed or watched somebody climb, you can quickly tell it takes a lot of strength. You likely assume, then, that rock climbing is a strength-training workout. While it’s clear that climbing is a full-body workout, have you ever wondered if rock...
Can You Rock Climb While Pregnant?
Meagan Martin, Shauna Coxsey, Emily Harrington, Paige Claassen, and Beth Roden, accomplished professional rock climbers and mothers, have shown that the female body is capable of incredible feats, including climbing during pregnancy. Their experiences prove that you,...
When to Wear a Rock Climbing Helmet
Climbing helmets are gear you see surprisingly little of in climbing. Odd, you might think, as the nature of rock climbing and the heights scaled present a climber with inherent danger. Recall the 2024 Olympics, Free Solo, or the last time you visited your local...
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