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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 · 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 · 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: Rock climbing doesn't really get you big and bulky. It can make you stronger though, just without the massive body size. There are some people who tend to grow and bulk up faster than others, at least to a certain size. They may get some more...

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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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Training · Sep 29, 2022

can rock climbing get you ripped?

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Training · Sep 29, 2022

is climbing better than gym?

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Training · Sep 29, 2022

Does yoga help rock climbing?

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