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This podcast episode addresses the common climbing advice to "work on your weaknesses" and argues that this advice is often too simplistic and can lead to inefficient training. The speaker contends that climbers frequently misdiagnose their weaknesses based on difficulties encountered on challenging projects, especiall...
This podcast episode is a monologue by a climber who discusses overcoming plateaus in climbing performance. The speaker uses two personal anecdotes—his experiences with the climbing routes "Swingline" and "Trans World Depravity"—to illustrate the importance of self-assessment and reevaluation. He argues that climbers ...
This podcast episode discusses the importance of finding a balance between employing tactical approaches and putting in maximal effort when climbing. The speaker uses the example of a contestant on the HBO show "The Climb" who chose a tactical retreat instead of continuing to try hard. The speaker argues that while ta...
In this episode of Tape Tips, the speaker discusses common grade plateaus in bouldering, specifically around V4, V6/7, and V9/10, and identifies the ability to selectively create tension as a key skill to overcome these plateaus. The speaker argues that indoor climbing gyms often don't incentivize or reward this skill,...
This podcast episode addresses common plateaus in sport climbing, specifically at the 11C, 12B, and 13A grades, attributing these sticking points to a difficulty in finding stable positions on the routes. The speaker suggests that climbers need to become comfortable with instability to progress. While strength is impor...
This podcast episode discusses the allocation of effort in climbing, categorizing climbers into those who focus on preparation, those who focus on performance, and those who balance both. It highlights the pros and cons of each approach, noting that while many fall into the first two categories, the most successful cli...
In this episode of the Power Company Climbing Podcast, Kris Hampton and Nate Drolet discuss training for sport climbing outdoors, emphasizing the importance of outdoor climbing volume and dispelling the notion of "junk miles" in that context. They advocate for strategic training plans that incorporate both performance ...
In this episode of the podcast, Chris Hampton and Nate Drolet discuss strategies for improving climbing performance through more effective working goes. They define what constitutes a working go versus a redpoint attempt, emphasizing the importance of having a plan and specific questions to answer during each climb. Th...
In this episode of the Power Company Climbing Podcast, Kris and Nate conclude their five-part series by exploring the critical distinction between principles and prescriptions in climbing and training. They discuss how the climbing world often gravitates towards quick, prescriptive solutions, particularly on social med...
This podcast episode, part four of a five-part series titled "Common Sense vs. Common Practice," features Chris and Nate discussing the importance of training according to one's current abilities rather than aspiring to train like professional climbers or where one wants to be. They critique the media's role in promoti...
This podcast episode, part three of a five-part series, features Chris and Nate discussing the concept of specialization versus diversification in climbing and athletic training. They explore the potential drawbacks of early and over-specialization, using examples from youth sports and professional athletes, and advoca...
This podcast episode features Kris and Nate discussing the concept of grade pyramids versus grade towers (or mesas/puddles) in climbing, exploring the pros and cons of each approach for climber development. They delve into whether building a broad base of easier climbs is always superior to focusing on harder climbs, c...
This episode of the Power Company Climbing Podcast features Kris and Nate discussing the concept of quality versus quantity in climbing training. They explore how climbers often prioritize volume over focused, high-quality practice, which can hinder progress. They use examples like power endurance workouts, gym climbin...
This episode of "Written in Stone" features an interview with G.B. Tribout and Arnoud T'Kint, two prominent climbers from the 1980s, discussing the birth of sport climbing and the development of 8a grade routes. They share their experiences, the rivalries, particularly between Parisian climbers and those in the south o...
In this episode of the Power Company Climbing Podcast, Kris interviews Joy Black of TrainedByJoy.com, an expert in training pregnant and postpartum climbers. They discuss training considerations for pregnant climbers, going trimester by trimester, and advising partners on how to provide appropriate support. Joy shares ...
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