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General Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

What state has the best rock climbing?

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Top Answer: California is home to some of the greatest climbing destinations in the USA and in the word. Such places include Yosemite National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Bishop, and The Needles. All of which are immensely popular climbing destinations for ...

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General Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

Who's the best climber in the world?

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Top Answer: Adam Ondra is the one most consider as the best climber in the world. He started climbing when he was just 3 years old, and onsighted a 7b+ when he was just 8 years old. His climbing future was just as bright, and at that early age became one of t...

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Health, Injuries, & Safety · Nov 6, 2022

Why do my arms hurt after rock climbing?

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Top Answer: Rock climbing is a very arm-heavy sport, as it mostly utilizes muscles responsible for pulling and holding. The muscles most used for these are your back muscles and your arms. Just like with lifting weights, these muscles can tear and get damaged, w...

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General Climbing · Nov 6, 2022

Why do rock climbers shake their arms?

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Top Answer: Rock climbers shake their arms as a way of recovering during a route or in between routes. The purpose of this is to reduce the lactic acid build up in their forearms, which is referred to as being pumped. There is quite a bit of controversy over ...

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Health, Injuries, & Safety · Oct 1, 2022

Is climbing safe for kids?

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Top Answer: As long as someone is supervising, climbing can be a safe sport, even for kids. Most indoor climbing gyms also have climbing classes for kids, even for very young ages. If you live near a climbing gym, it is worth giving them a call and asking. Y...

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General Climbing · Nov 20, 2022

Why do I suck at climbing some days?

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Top Answer: Very often, climbers can experience weak days. These are days that they just feel as if they have no power and no energy to climb at the level they normally can. This is not unique to climbing, or to sports in general. It's just part of being hu...

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General Climbing · Nov 20, 2022

What's fun about climbing?

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Top Answer: Climbing is a lot of fun and attractive to many people seeking a new hobby or simply to get into a new sport because it is a sport that doesn't require much gear, or even strength, and provides both a physical challenge and a mental challenge. ...

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General Climbing · Nov 15, 2022

What muscles should be sore after climbing?

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Top Answer: It depends on if you are a new climber or someone who already has some experience in climbing. If you are a new climber, then you will probably be more sore than people who have climbed even a few more times than you. One of the main reasons is be...

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General Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

Is there a weight limit to rock climbing?

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Top Answer: 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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Training · Nov 11, 2022

Do I need to be in shape to rock climb?

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Top Answer: Being in shape and having a background in some kind of sport can be a benefit when starting to climb, but, it is not a requirement. Almost anyone, regardless of how fit there are and their weight, can climb. While you climb, you will probably star...