The popularity of rock climbing among young individuals has surged in recent years, leading to an increased incidence of finger stress epiphyseal fractures, which are the primary injury observed among youth climbers. These fractures commonly occur during puberty, a period when the growth plates (physis) in the fingers are particularly susceptible to damage. [...]
Tell a non-climbing friend that you’ve got a sore finger and they might not be too sympathetic. For us as climbers, on the other hand, such an injury can feel disastrous. And that makes absolute sense.
Tell a non-climbing friend that you’ve got a sore finger and they might not be too sympathetic. For us as climbers, on the other hand, such an injury can feel disastrous. And that makes absolute sense.
Injuries suck. They hurt, they require a lot of attention, and they keep you from doing what you love. If what you love to do is climbing and you’re dealing with or have dealt with an injury before, I’d like to make it easier for you to search for and pick a Physical [...]
Overhang rock climbing presents a unique set of challenges that are not solely dependent on sheer strength, but also on mastering body positioning and using the power of your core muscles. Unlike vertical or slab climbing, where friction and balance are primary concerns, overhangs present an entirely different set of challenges. With gravity [...]
Two climbing moves that require significant amounts of lower body strength and conditioning are high stepping and edging. High stepping involves raising one foot as high as possible to gain purchase on a hold, allowing you to shift your weight and maintain balance.
Rock climbing is a physically demanding sport that challenges the body's strength, flexibility, and mobility. Among the many essential skills climbers develop the ability to execute drop knees, stem or maintain a frogger position, and high step to the next foot hold. The ability to stay close to the wall during these movements [...]
While upper body strength often takes the spotlight in discussions about rock climbing, the significance of lower body flexibility should not be underestimated. In this blog post, we will discuss the role that flexibility in the lower body plays in enhancing a climber's performance. Understanding and prioritizing lower body flexibility will assist in [...]
Climbing is a sport that requires not only physical strength but also mobility and stability in various body parts. One area that often gets overlooked but plays a crucial role in climbing is the wrists. In this blog post, we'll delve into the significance of wrist mobility, stability, and strength for climbers. We'll [...]
These are many different types of foot and toe injuries that climbers may encounter. The primary mechanism of almost all of these injuries is shoe fit. Many climbers, particularly those with higher ability, climb with shoes that are smaller than their feet.