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How Can You Improve Footwork For Better Balance?
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Elevate your climbing game with better footwork. Discover techniques and exercises to enhance your balance and efficiency on the wall.
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Adam M.
Jun 14, 2023
Hand grippers can help improve grip strength for climbing by targeting the muscles and tendons of the hands and fingers. They can be a useful tool when combined with climbing-specific exercises and training. However, climbing involves more than just grip strength, so it's important to have a well-rounded training approach.
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PaulClimbs
Aug 29, 2023
Flexibility in my opinion is extremely underrated. I think being flexible can be one of the greatest tools in climbing. I myself am not flexible at all, but my friends are, and the difference between how we climb is so noticeable. Moves that are so difficult for me are just easy to them. You dont have to be flexible to climb, but, it would m... Read more  
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Adam M.
Jun 2, 2023
Climbing can indeed contribute to developing stronger and more defined forearms. The sport involves utilizing your grip strength extensively, which places a significant demand on the muscles in your forearms. As you climb, you engage the flexor muscles in your forearms, which are responsible for gripping and pulling. Over time, consistent climbi... Read more  
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
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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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
I believe he said in one of his recent videos, or just in a video he was in, that he downsizes his shoes a few sizes less than he used to a few years ago. I can't remember the reason why he said he does it.
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
I would say you should always try them on and see what works for you. The same principles apply to choosing neutral climbing shoes as they do to choosing aggressive climbing shoes - try them on and feel what feels best for you. I would keep in mind the intended usage of the shoes though, since if you are getting neutral shoes, you may be climbin... Read more  
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Does yoga help rock climbing?

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Jun 2, 2023

Yoga can benefit rock climbing in multiple ways:

  1. Flexibility: Yoga improves flexibility, aiding climbers in reaching holds and performing movements more effectively.

  2. Strength and Stability: Yoga poses strengthen muscles, enhancing overall body strength and stability, which translates to better control and balance while climbing.

  3. Body Awareness: Yoga cultivates body awareness, helping climbers better understand their body positioning and movements, leading to improved technique and efficiency on the wall.
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do hand grippers help climbing?
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can my weight training experience and strength help my climbing?
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in what ways does rock climbing make you stronger?
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does rock climbing build your back?
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Does rock climbing strengthen hands?
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Does weight matter in rock climbing?
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