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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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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
Are velcro shoes less durable than lace and slippers?
I don't have any lace climbing shoes, but so far I know quite a few people who have Velcro shoes that have torn and the Velcro strap is no longer attached. My shoes are actually very close to tearing it seems as well. I have never seen anyone whose lace shoes have torn though, but I'm sure it happens, I just don't know at what rate compared to V...
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
Do brands have similar sizing, or does downsizing in one not equal the same size in another?
There may be some brands that have similar sizing, most likely by chance, but overall brands can have very different sizing to their shoes. Even different shoes from the same brand tend to have different sizing.
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Pulley and skin damage are probably the most common finger injuries or finger damage for climbers. They can both normally be prevented, though, if the climber is first of all aware of these two risks and knows how to minimize them, which largely m...
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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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Training antagonist muscles is very important for proper muscle balance and to prevent injuries. Push-ups are a great way to train the antagonist muscles. It targets your chest muscles, triceps, and shoulders. There are also many different variati...
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Running can be beneficial for rock climbing in several ways. It helps improve cardiovascular endurance, which is essential for sustaining climbing efforts over longer durations. Running also aids in overall fitness, weight management, and strengtheni...
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Climbing can have both positive and negative effects on posture. On the positive side, climbing can help improve your posture by strengthening the muscles that support good alignment. The act of climbing engages various muscle groups, including the b...
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There is no weight limit to climbing, everyone can climb regardless of their weight. Though, those that are overweight may have a higher risk of injury and should be aware of this and be extra careful. People who weigh more usually tend to have a ...
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Climbing very often puts your body in strange and difficult positions, regardless of the type of climbing. These positions can sometimes be quite scary to be in, especially when including the element of height. In bouldering, being almost vertical...
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Climber's elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis or golfer's elbow, is a common overuse injury among climbers. It refers to the inflammation or irritation of the tendons on the inner side of the elbow, near the bony bump called the media...
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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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The strength of the average climber can vary widely depending on their level of experience, training, and natural ability. However, it's important to note that climbing is not solely about brute strength. Climbing requires a combination of stren...
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