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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
How short should i cut my finger nails for climbing?
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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RobinR
Sep 19, 2023
Does rock climbing damage your feet?
For me, after climbing for about a year, I noticed that my toes are more squished together, especially the tips of my toes. They have a sharper square shape rather than a round shape.
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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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Prioritizing health and safety is paramount in climbing. Explore injury prevention and safety practices to ensure a secure climbing experience.
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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...
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Rock climbing can put strain on your feet, but whether it causes damage depends on various factors. The repetitive pressure and friction can lead to calluses, blisters, and even corns. However, these issues are typically temporary and can be managed ...
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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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To help prevent finger injuries from recurring in rock climbing, here are a few tips: 1. Warm-up: Always warm up your fingers and hands before climbing. Engage in light stretching exercises and gradually increase the intensity to prepare your tend...
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To help facilitate the healing process of a finger pulley injury, here are a few suggestions: 1. Rest: Give your injured finger time to rest and avoid any activities that may aggravate the injury. Minimizing strain and allowing adequate recove...
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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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Rock climbing is considered a high-risk sport due to its inherent nature and the potential dangers involved. The sport involves ascending steep rock faces or cliffs using a variety of techniques and equipment. While safety measures and equipment have...
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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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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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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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