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.

We approached the lower saddle of the Grand Teton as the sun slowly began to rise. There was a feeling of optimism due to our quick ascent of the hiking […]

For many people who are new to bouldering, falling and jumping off the wall often seems very scary, especially to those who have a “dodgy knee.” We all know that […]

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 […]

When you think about finally sending that project you’ve been working on, or climbing harder/longer routes what’s the biggest thing stopping you? Some may say it’s grip strength, upper body […]

Bouldering during pregnancy can be good for your mental and physical health if necessary precautions are taken. It also helps to feel part of the community as bouldering is a social sport.

Like many others during the pandemic, my local climbing gym got shut down. I was not as fortunate as others to have close access to outdoor climbing areas. It’s pretty […]

Building core strength is crucial for climbers and anyone who wants to enhance full-body control, stability, and movement efficiency. Our core is more than just our abdominals; it functions in […]

Hip mobility is essential for climbers, providing the flexibility and range needed for dynamic movement on the wall. Stiff hips can limit performance and increase strain on other areas of […]

Our fingers bear considerable force while climbing. Yet, as we focus on strength and technique through climbing and fingerboarding, we often overlook the critical aspect of finger health. Fortunately, there […]