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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
Nov 3, 2022
Part of a rock climbers training is to be able to climb for longer periods of time. They do this by doing endurance training, which allows them to scale up very tall walls and long routes. This also comes in to play with bouldering. Climbers are able to have long 3-4 hour climbing sessions by resting in between routes and attempts. The amount of... Read more  
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Adam M.
Oct 23, 2022
Rock climbers are very efficient at pacing themselves, and only exerting the required amount of energy, and no more. They achieve this through training, experience, and properly reading the route. Climbers do in fact get tired, just after a different amount of time than others, and they are able to handle it better than others. In order for a... Read more  
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John Che
Nov 8, 2022
Sport cloths, nothing special really. Depending on the gym you will be climbing at, you may have to wear climbing shoes, which are usually provided at the gym as rentals. Chalk bags are also usually provided or can be rented for that session. Other than that, something comfortable would be best. If it will be your first time, or you are a beginn... Read more  
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
I don't really think there is a general best length. For me personally, I cut them just enough to not be too short, but don't leave enough to hear the nails on the wall. If they are even a little bit longer than that, they tend to sometimes get bent backwards while grabbing the holds, which obviously is not very pleasant.
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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
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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General Climbing  ·  Jun 11

which would have the biggest impact on climbing, mobility or flexibility?

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General Climbing  ·  Jun 11
does climbing by itself help make you more flexible, or does it only use what you already have?
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General Climbing  ·  Sep 28, 2022
how important is flexibility for climbing?
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Top Answer: As someone who is not flexible myself, but has flexible friends, I can say that it is very important, not just for finishing routes, but also for preventing injuries. There have been quite a few routes that I have not been able to do, only to see ...
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General Climbing  ·  Nov 3, 2022
Which body part does the most work in climbing?
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Top Answer: Your lats and your back would do most of the work while climbing. Something beginner climbers usually experience is that sensation of discovering "new" muscles in their arms. These are just muscles that they have not used before, or not ...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Mar 23, 2023
Which part of the climbing shoes stretch?
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Top Answer: The part of climbing shoes that stretches is typically the upper material. This is the part that covers the top of your foot and is responsible for providing a snug fit. The upper material of climbing shoes is often made of synthetic or leather mater...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Sep 29, 2022
Why do climbing shoes have 2 loops?
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Top Answer: The two loops are meant to help you pull your shoe over your heel. Sometimes it can be quite difficult to pull the shoe over your heel, especially for those who choose to downsize their climbing shoes, and having just one loop may just make it diffic...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jan 1, 2023
How many pairs of climbing shoes should you have?
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Top Answer: There isn't really a correct amount of shoes you should have. Some people have just one pair, while others may have many. More experienced climbers tend to have at least a couple of shoes, and professional climbers usually have quite a few shoes...
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Climbing Gear  ·  Apr 27, 2023
I purchased climbing gear in 2020, used frequently the first few years and left in storage. It may have been exposed to solvents. Retire? Or not?
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Top Answer: It depends on the climbing gear for me. Shoes - I would just wear them, see how they feel, fit, and perform. Climbing rope - I would personally not test my luck with this. Maybe others would disagree, but I don't know if I could feel safe on...
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General Climbing  ·  Jan 1
Do all climbing gyms have showers in them?
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General Climbing  ·  Jan 3
What is the most unique climbing gym you have been to?
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General Climbing  ·  Jun 11
does climbing by itself help make you more flexible, or does it only use what you already have?
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General Climbing  ·  Sep 26, 2022
what should i do if i dont have a moon board or tension board?
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Top Answer: If you don't have a Moon Board or Tension Board, focus on improving your climbing technique and overall strength. Practice precise footwork, body positioning, and efficient movement on different climbing routes. Incorporate exercises that target...
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