When starting out in bouldering, certain issues have a tendency to crop up. Most can be addressed by becoming aware of them and using better techniques instead. Habits that waste energy include...
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Advanced climbers must put in a lot of work to make small improvements, but when new to the sport, even modest efforts pay off. To progress as a beginner, prioritize technique training over...
Bouldering is a great activity to do as a family. Regular bouldering promotes physical literacy and teaches children to be resilient and self-reliant. Bouldering can start as young a 2-3...
The crash pad you select will impact your safety every time you are bouldering outdoors. John Sherman in his book Better Bouldering puts it succinctly: “There’s no sense in becoming an Advil...
There are many ways to improve bouldering skills that don’t require long intensive workouts. Most of the following tips can be incorporated into regular bouldering sessions. Improve your...
There is short, and then there is short enough to impact bouldering. I am 5’2” (160 cm) and the very first time I went to a bouldering gym, on my very first beginner level route, I could not even...