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Training · Oct 1, 2022

Does rock climbing give you broad shoulders?

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Top Answer: Rock climbing can actually be pretty heavy on the shoulders, as they are used in almost all climbing moves, so it makes sense that your shoulders will be strengthened from climbing. Whether climbing will give you broad shoulders though is another ...

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Training · Oct 1, 2022

How flexible do you need to be for climbing?

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Top Answer: 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 ...

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Training · Jan 3, 2024

Do you think hangboards are ok to train with within the first year, or should i listen to everyone and wait?

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Top Answer: In my opinion, the problem is less about the actual hangboarding, and more about beginners not knowing when to stop and let their fingers rest. Since new climbers aren't usually used to the strain that climbing puts on their fingers and tendons,...

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Training · Oct 1, 2022

How do you train to climb without a gym?

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Top Answer: Training for climbing does not actually require a gym, you can train for climbing from almost anywhere, including your home. Keep in mind that you should be extra careful with these exercises to not overdo it, and to not injure yourself. 1. P...

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Training · Sep 27, 2022

do strong forearms equal better climbing?

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Top Answer: It can equal stronger climbing, but not necessarily better climbing. The problem with being very strong is that you start to neglect technique, because if you can just power yourself to the next hold or through the move, why would you do it in a m...

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Training · Sep 29, 2022

can you get big from rock climbing?

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Top Answer: Climbing doesn't really develop significant muscle mass, rather, it primarily develops functional strength and overall fitness. You won't notice too much muscle mass gain, or getting bigger. But you will notice a lot of strength gains, espe...

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Training · Sep 27, 2022

do hand grippers help climbing?

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Training · Sep 29, 2022

does rock climbing build your back?

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can rock climbing get you ripped?

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is climbing better than gym?

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