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How Can You Improve Footwork For Better Balance?
General Climbing
Mar 25
Elevate your climbing game with better footwork. Discover techniques and exercises to enhance your balance and efficiency on the wall.
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John Che
Jan 3
Do you think hangboards are ok to train with within the first year, or should i listen to everyone and wait?
In my opinion, the problem is less about the actual hangboarding, and more about beginners not knowing when to stop and let their fingers rest. Since new climbers aren't usually used to the strain that climbing puts on their fingers and tendons, it's very easy to overtrain and to get injured. This is true just by climbing alone. Add to that the el...
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John Che
Jan 1
Does rock climbing damage your feet?
It for sure can if you wear the wrong shoes! It would also likely be a combination of other things such as wearing climbing shoes that are too small and landing badly, which could be bad regardless of the shoes, but wearing shoes that are not good for you would most likely increase the risk of bad landings. Even without combining shoes and other...
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John Che
Aug 10
Why do climbers take their shoes off?
Because we are in pain! But not that much pain. Generally, climbing shoes are not comfortable, and leaving them on for a long period of time just starts to hurt after a while. Taking them off in between some of the climbs just lets our feet relax a little bit, and delays the session-ending feet pain.
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Why do climbers say Allez?
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Climbers often use the term "allez" as a form of encouragement or motivation during a climb. While it may sound similar to the word "alle" in French, its usage in climbing is not directly related to its meaning in the French langu...
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How do you strengthen tendons?
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To strengthen tendons, it's important to approach it gradually and allow sufficient time for the tendons to adapt and grow stronger. Here are a few tips: Gradual Progression: Start with lower-intensity exercises or movements that target the s...
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how do i stop climbing with strength and develop better technique?
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To stop relying solely on strength and improve your climbing technique, here are a few tips: 1. Focus on footwork: Precise footwork is essential for efficient climbing, so be sure to place your feet accurately and use them to support your weight. ...
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Why do climbers not wear socks?
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Climbing shoes are meant to be as tight around the feet as possible. This insures that the feet will not slip inside the climbing shoes, giving the climbers a much better grip and control while climbing and standing on difficult foot holds, and while...
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Why do climbers sand their fingers?
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Climbers sand their fingers to prevent skin injuries such as flappers, cracks and tears. This happens due to calluses building up. Climbing is pretty rough on the skin, and after doing it for a while, you start developing calluses. This is a natur...
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until when did you use beginner climbing shoes?
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The shoes I used in the beginning were relatively very cheap, and very basic, very beginner level. I used them for 6 months until I basically had to get new ones because they were full of holes and the rubber was almost non-existent. I will say th...
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Should your big toe hurt in climbing shoes?
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It is completely normal for your toes to feel sore in climbing shoes, especially if you are a beginner, and you are not used to them, or if you have downsized your shoes a lot. Everyone can have different toes that hurt, the big toe is a quite common...
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How do you train to climb without a gym?
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Training for climbing does not actually require a gym, you can train for climbing from almost anywhere, including your home. Keep in mind that you should be extra careful with these exercises to not overdo it, and to not injure yourself. 1. P...
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What can i do when i lose skin from my finger tips after climbing?
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I put a vitamin E cream on my hands before I fall asleep. I feel it really helps after sessions that leave me with pulsating red fingertips with little to no skin. The one I use is from Jason, its a 25,000 IU cream, but there are also oils with 75,00...
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Is it okay to wear shoes half a size too big?
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It depends on your goals, the purpose of the shoes, and on your feet. If the shoes are meant to be more of a performance fit, then they should not be too big or loose. If they are meant to be a comfort fit, or shoes for warming up and for easier rout...
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