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23/04/2023

Rock climbing has gained immense popularity over the years, and Victoria BC offers a variety of rock climbing gyms for enthusiasts of all levels. Each gym comes with its own set of pros and cons. In this blog post, we'll explore the different rock climbing gyms in Victoria BC and their advantages and disadvantages. Crag X Indoor Climbing Centre Crag X is one of the most popular indoor climbing gyms in Victoria, offering over 13,000 square feet of climbing terrain....

Rock climbing has gained immense popularity over the years, and Victoria BC offers a variety of rock climbing gyms for enthusiasts of all levels. Each gym comes with its own set of pros and cons. I…

22/04/2023

Are you a rock climber looking to take your performance to the next level? If so, you may have already incorporated upper body strength training and endurance exercises into your routine. But what about your lower body? Have you considered the benefits of explosive lower body jump training? In this article, we'll explore how this type of training can enhance your power, speed, and agility on the wall....

Are you a rock climber looking to take your performance to the next level? If so, you may have already incorporated upper body strength training and endurance exercises into your routine. But what …

20/04/2023

Grip Strength The best way to consistently predict climbing performance is to measure the ratio of finger strength to bodyweight. Integrating max hangs on varying grip types into your training program will help make small holds feel bigger and improve your climbing over time. The key here is consistency, there is no magic formula. Consider integrating 5 sets of 5 second hangs (adding weight to increase difficulty as needed) into your training sessions twice a week....

Grip Strength The best way to consistently predict climbing performance is to measure the ratio of finger strength to bodyweight.  Integrating max hangs on v…

20/04/2023

Warming up is an essential part of any physical activity, including rock climbing. Climbing places a significant strain on your body, especially on your fingers, forearms, and shoulders. Therefore, it is crucial to take the time to prepare your muscles and joints before you start climbing. The primary goal of warming up is to increase your body temperature and heart rate, which helps to increase blood flow to your muscles....

Warming up is an essential part of any physical activity, including rock climbing. Climbing places a significant strain on your body, especially on your fingers, forearms, and shoulders. Therefore,…

19/04/2023

Rock climbing is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, power, and endurance. To become a successful rock climber, it is important to train all aspects of your body, including your antagonist muscles. Antagonist muscles are those that oppose the action of the primary muscle group being used during an exercise. For example, the biceps and triceps are antagonistic pairs. When you climb, your primary muscles are your forearms and upper back, but your antagonist muscles, such as your triceps and chest, are also engaged to maintain balance and stability....

Rock climbing is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, power, and endurance. To become a successful rock climber, it is important to train all aspects of your body, including your an…

29/03/2023

22/12/2022

Reality check time.

Are you stalling in your progress?

It might be time to stretch the limits of your comfort zone and try something new.

Whether that means learning to try hard and fail...

Or...

Practicing some discipline and scaling up volume while backing off on the intensity...

Of course it will depend on you, but now might be the time to try something different.

And of course, if you want more detailed and personalized coaching advice, send me a DM!