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- 2 days ago1h 32m
Noah Wheeler: Sending Burden, Finger Training (and Injury), the Next Proj, and the Dab Heard Round the World
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - Elite climber Noah Wheeler explores: Specific training for Burden The dab ascent and what happened after Is Burden really V17? The change that unlocked the send Board climbing vs hang boarding Mindset tools to lock in for a send What Daniel Woods taught him Half crimp vs full crimp The next V17 on his list The happiness advantage - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Secret App Launch 02:23 Noah Wheeler Intro 06:33 Goals and Process 11:51 Evolving Through Struggle 18:18 Board Training Origins 21:15 Board Sessions and Volume 24:05 Intentional Climber Break 26:07 Rehab and Burden Prep 31:10 The Dab and Redemption 36:24 Dab Send Debate 37:25 Grading Burden Reality 42:10 V17 Or Downgrade 43:17 New Beta Breakdown 47:12 Micro Beta Anchors 50:20 Arc'teryx Harness Spot 52:06 Nutrition Calorie Wakeup 53:08 Carbs Protein Caffeine 57:11 Tactics Trip Mistakes 59:44 Footwork Pull Away 01:02:39 Grip Strength Weakness 01:05:23 Finger Strength Metrics 01:05:59 Projecting Mindset Phases 01:09:52 Pre Send Mental Crux 01:11:36 Embodiment Tools 01:15:50 Happiness Advantage 01:19:35 What’s Next Plans 01:20:53 Board Style Dreams 01:22:55 We Will Rock Vision 01:25:24 Wrap Up Bonus Plug 01:28:00 Host App Pitch 01:29:28 Climbing Reflections 01:31:59 Final Thanks Outro - Follow
- 4 days ago1h 6m
The May Plog: My Endurance Training Plan, Critical Force Assessment, and Realizing I'm a Bad Climber
Reflecting on my training, performance, and experimentation for the month, including: Recap of May goals (hits and misses) Finding flow and fun outdoors Breaking down my endurance training plan Results from my critical force test How I'm going to maintain strength and power A smack in the face regarding my technique Listener questions June goals Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! Download Intentional Climber on Google Play or the App Store and use code LAUNCHCREW to unlock $300 of free coaching plans, plus a secret discount (ends June 5th). Have an awesome month!
- 1 weeks ago1h 6m
Weekend Warrior: From Midwest to V11, Managing Send Anxiety, and Her Breakthrough "5.12 Pact"
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow Weekend Warrior, Hannah Provost, is crushing it. In this convo, we explore: Being naturally powerful but struggling with endurance Managing send anxiety and fear of failure A powerful tool to stay present on a climb The untapped potential of breath work Forcing seasonality with training Using hips as a fifth limb The "pact" that led to a quantum leap Covering historic ascents in the new ACJ Join the AAC by July 1st to get your copy of the American Climbing Journal (amongst other awesome perks): https://americanalpineclub.org/ - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Anxiety After Belief 00:24 Meet Hannah Provost 06:04 Climbing Origins Indiana 09:19 AAC Work Life Balance 10:40 Boulderer Wants Sport 13:19 Grades And Struggle 14:03 Doubt Cycles Tactics 20:28 Breathwork And Focus 24:08 Seasonal Training Blocks 26:20 Coach Nate Hip Power 29:46 Endurance Sessions 4x4 31:42 Hips As Fifth Limb 33:52 Hips Into Training 34:40 Treadwall Leg Drive 36:05 Beginner Mindset Reset 37:36 The 5.12 Pact 40:37 Exposure Over Sending 43:53 Next Goals Big Papa 46:42 What Is The ACJ 49:28 Stories From The Journal 54:45 AAC Membership Perks 57:31 Hostels And Wrap Up 59:07 Host Takeaways And Links 01:03:35 Training Update And Goodbye - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if y
- 2 weeks ago1h 23m
Tyler Thompson: How to Get More Out of Every Session, Building Capacity, and Tricking Yourself into Sending
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - Elite climber Tyler Thompson explores: The process of becoming a pro climber Struggling with training consistency Preparing for La Rambla (5.15a) His Spain sending spree How to make climb days worth more Struggling with performance anxiety An epic last-day-last-go send of Era Vella How to trick yourself into sending - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Arc’teryx: Check out the new Lithos SL harness featuring Warp Strength Technology and fully customizable sizing for an ultra-light sport climbing fit. Build yours at Arcteryx.com PhysiVantage: Try SendureX to improve your power endurance and recover faster between attempts. I love it! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Endurance Mindset Teaser 00:28 Meet Tyler Thompson 03:28 Vegas Base And Background 06:09 From Summer Camp To Youth Team 08:10 Going Full Time Climbing 11:31 What Struggle Means 16:20 Training Balance Outdoors Vs Gym 20:35 Spain Prep And La Rambla 25:39 Endurance Work And Self Assessment 33:11 Nutrition And Recovery Habits 37:23 Tactics Learning And Repetition 41:02 Finding Efficiency And Energy Leaks 42:49 Fresh Beta Experiments 43:19 More Tries More Learning 44:55 Evolving Beta Near Send 45:41 Inventing a New Sequence 49:40 Choose Moves You Love 50:27 Favorite Move Spotlight 51:52 Southern Smoke Send Story 53:59 Remembering Projects Past 54:50 Scarpa Shoe Shoutout 56:15 Performance Anxiety on Redpoints 57:22 Resting and Switching Gears 01:00:42 Era Vella Injury Miracle Send 01:06:10 Trying When Tired Works 01:08:59 Next Projects and Finn Cave 01:10:52 Trips and Dreamcatcher Goals 01:13:59 Finger Rehab Reality Check 01:15:06 Wrap Up and Bonus Episode 01:18:18 Host Training Update 01:22:08 Final Thoughts and Signoff - Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow - The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world. - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a
- 3 weeks ago51 min
The Future of Indoor Climbing
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $10) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - In this live podcast from the CWA, we have Dylan Barks, Jamey Sproull, and Brendan Scorpio joining to discuss the future of indoor climbing, including: Are old school climbers stronger than modern climbers? What has contributed most to the progression of hard climbing? What will the ‘board generation’ mean for outdoor climbs? The future of board technology and specificity Will there be highball gyms? The future of ultra-adjustable walls How high can grades go? What is the ideal board angle? What will be the evolution of climbing comps? Two things gyms are sleeping on right now Shout out to the CWA for hosting a great event! If you'd like to get involved with their important work or attend a future CWA conference: https://www.cwapro.org/ - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up boards. I’m training on the Homewall Full Ride, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free gift pack let’s goooo! Asana: Whether you're looking to deck inside or out, Asana has got your landing. Incredible pad systems and crash pads, made by climbers who love what they do, and do it really friggin well. Use code STRUGGLE to score 15% off crash pads and 5% off your pad system! And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Modular Wall Teaser 00:26 CWA Live Podcast Intro 03:48 Panel Setup and Goals 04:19 Ryan Training Breakthrough 06:07 Panelist Origin Stories 10:15 Are Climbers Stronger Now 13:26 Tools Driving Progress 15:50 Future of Training Boards 19:42 Gyms in 10 to 50 Years 23:33 Futuristic Walls and Replicas 24:01 Modular Holds Vision 24:42 Adjustable Walls Future 25:45 AI Route Setting Fears 26:18 Making Climbing Accessible 28:14 Pro Grades Next Decade 29:27 Dylan On Grade Progression 31:08 Boards Getting Steeper 32:16 Pro Climbing League Hype 33:59 Skys The Limit 35:08 Host Outro And Cyborg Aid
- May 6, 20261h 25m
Eric Hörst: How to Build Limitless Endurance
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow Climbing Coach Eric Hörst joins to discuss: How to fix energy leaks The mental side of endurance Traits of an efficient climber What not to do when you grab a bad hold How to manage the internal critic The physiology of endurance Programming an endurance phase To run or not to run What to change in order to hit peak Grab a copy of Eric‘s book, Maximum Climbing: https://www.physivantage.com/products/maximum-climbing - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Energy Leaks Overview 00:24 Spring Update and Guest Intro 01:31 Endurance Goals Madness Cave 03:22 Zooming Out Endurance Masterclass 04:33 Bouldering vs Routes Long Term 11:04 Rope Time and Volume Basics 18:16 Sponsor Break 21:06 Technique Fixes Quiet Feet 24:49 Pace and Internal Dialogue 33:48 Fear Falling and Efficiency 40:53 Tools Timeline and Training Plan 42:44 Aerobic vs Anaerobic Systems 46:25 Aerobic vs Anaerobic Engine 48:35 Three Pillars of Endurance 52:02 Six Month Base Building 55:51 Weekly Training Blueprint 58:42 Zone Two Climbing Intensity 01:04:30 Lactate Myths and Oxygen Debt 01:08:29 Three Day Schedule Options 01:11:52 Strength Balance and Injury Proofing 01:16:29 Peak Month Training Shift 01:18:46 Choosing the Goal Route 01:20:07 Host Wrap and Training Plan 01:22:53 Sponsors and Patreon Thanks 01:24:19 Final Sign Off - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collecti
- Apr 29, 20262h 7m
Neil Gresham: How Busy Climbers Break Through Plateaus (Without Training More)
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $10) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - Elite climber and coach Neil Gresham explores: The thing coaches don't talk about Turning life stress into climbing fuel How he trained Tim Emmett to send 14d / 9a The most impactful training modalities Why it’s good that most of us don’t train like pros His low inflammation nutritional breakthrough Technique pitfalls and fixes Why having kids can level up our climbing Chris Sharma‘s winning mindset Work with Neil: https://www.neilgresham.com/ Neil's nutrition guide: https://www.neilgresham.com/nutrition-guide Neil's technique masterclass: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBCRwO0FN0zMTqSfFW9SMbK2tncTrI25r&si=Se3MPb8R8gFihL9z - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Train harder, recover faster, and feel better than ever. I love all their stuff! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Psych High Time Low 00:28 Meet Coach Neil 04:39 Podcast Format Plan 06:19 Struggle Origins 10:47 Life Stress And Grief 15:34 Ebb Flow Training 23:14 Climber Or Coach 24:22 Masterclass Legacy 27:08 Sponsors And Patreon 29:29 Training Strength Battle 34:03 Building Strength Plans 38:52 Tim Vs Dusty Coaching 43:41 Training Load Templates 45:07 Stop Copying Elites 47:07 Quality Over Quantity 47:51 Recovery Days Matter 49:20 Collagen Sponsor Break 50:40 Nutrition Recovery Reboot 52:13 Low Inflammation Shift 55:03 Cut Booze Sugar Wheat 57:29 Carbs For Sleep Recovery 01:00:25 Nutrition Burnout Warning 01:05:14 Periodized Eating Cycle 01:09:49 Technique Versus Strength 01:13:02 Mindful Warmup Drills 01:18:48 Repeats Mirror Angle Hacks 01:23:36 Outdoor Project Tactics 01:25:03 Timing Pea
- Apr 22, 20261h 6m
Alastair Humphreys: How to Feel More Alive This Weekend (No Travel Required)
Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $10) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - Adventurer and Author, Alastair Humphreys, explores: Why humans crave adventure Easy ways to create and embrace discomfort An adventure anyone can do this weekend The magic ingredient is uncertainty Leaving a positive trace Environmental handprint vs footprint Our favorite books on nature His new book, Unwilded Shifting Baseline Syndrome The incredible benefit of 15 mins in nature Books Mentioned: Shop Alastair's books: https://alastairhumphreys.com/books-by-alastair-humphreys/ The Path by Chet Ramo: https://a.co/d/0iOU9Gsa Forest Unseen by David George Haskell: https://a.co/d/0ijwNBYp A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold: https://a.co/d/0h8May0H Alastair playing violin badly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LviLfvkZeAM - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Honnold Foundation: Bringing solar energy to marginalized communities around the world. Learn more and support their incredible work with a monthly donation at HonnoldFoundation.org And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Big Adventure Question 00:32 Earth Day Introduction 03:03 Meet Alastair Humphreys 06:00 Struggle And Comfort 10:05 Defining Adventure 13:53 Micro Adventures Explained 16:25 Micro Adventure Mindset Shift 19:33 Violin Trip Uncertainty 22:58 Earth Day Partner Spotlight 26:13 Solo Versus Group Micro 29:00 Backyard Adventure Starter 31:56 Pay Attention Tell It 34:51 Bad Adventuring Ethics 36:38 Leave Positive Trace 40:11 Handprint Over Footprint 41:23 Personal Positive Actions 43:10 Type Two Fun Stories 47:46 Fifteen Minute Nature 51:11 Nature Books Rabbit Hole 54:02 Unwinding From Screens 57:55 Politicians Need Camping 01:01:09 Next Adventures Ahead 01:02:55 Earth Day Wrap Up - Follow along on Instagram <a href='https://thestruggleclimbings
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