Gym to Outdoor Boulder - Build-up 2 (Power)

Optimized build-up 2 (power) program for gym to outdoor boulders (V3-V5 gym → V2-V4 outdoor). 3 sessions/week, 325 moves/week.

At a Glance

Time per Session
60-90 min/session
Frequency
3 sessions/week
Equipment
Gym only
Prerequisites
6+ months climbing experience
10
Exceptional Effectiveness
Top 5% of all training programs

Based on scientific research, community feedback, and proven results from climbers at your level.

Focus Areas:
power
maximum-strength
neural-adaptation
bouldering

Program Overview

Optimized Build-up 2 (Power) program for gym to outdoor boulders (V3-V5 gym → V2-V4 outdoor)

Preparing for your first outdoor season? Build confidence, adaptability, and the specific skills needed for real rock

This program has been generated using genetic algorithm optimization following Carlos V3 methodology. It provides a complete week of training (Week 1 of the 3+1 pattern) that you can repeat with volume adjustments:

  • Week 1: 80% volume (introduction)
  • Week 2: 100% volume (build)
  • Week 3: 110% volume (peak)
  • Week 4: 60% volume (deload)

Program Details

Training Frequency: 3 sessions/week Session Duration: 90 minutes Total Weekly Volume: 325 moves Fitness Score: 1245.5/100

Weekly Schedule

Monday

Rest day or light mobility work

Wednesday

Rest day or light mobility work

Saturday

Rest day or light mobility work

Training Focus

Maximizing power and strength through high-intensity, low-volume work with complete recovery. CNS adaptations are the priority.

Key Principles

  • Follow CNS-demand ordering: HIGH → MEDIUM → LOW within each session
  • Maintain proper rest periods between sets and exercises
  • Adjust volume according to the 3+1 week pattern
  • Listen to your body and adjust if experiencing pain or excessive fatigue

Equipment Required

  • Indoor climbing wall
  • Hangboard/fingerboard (for finger strength exercises)
  • Timer
  • Training log

Generated using Carlos V3 methodology + Genetic Algorithm optimization

What You'll Get

  • 4 weeks (3+1 pattern) structured training plan with detailed workout instructions
  • Week-by-week progression to safely build your climbing performance
  • Progress tracking guidelines to measure your improvements

Target Audience

Ideal For

  • • Those wanting to improve power
  • • Can train 3 sessions/week
  • • Committed to a 4 weeks (3+1 pattern) training cycle

⚠️ Not Recommended If

  • • Currently dealing with climbing injuries
  • • Unable to commit to the required training frequency

Training Topics Trending This Week

What the community is discussing right now

  • Height Advantages in Competition
    2+ mentions
  • Board Climbing Humbling Experiences
    1+ mentions
  • Outdoor Trip Planning & Preparation
    1+ mentions
  • Body Image in Bouldering
    1+ mentions
  • Beginner Technique Fundamentals
    1+ mentions
  • Body tension and foot pressure
    1+ mentions

Success Stories

Real results from climbers in the community

Program: Austin Hoyt sending The Process (V15) and Adam Shahar sending Sleepwalker (V16)
Result:
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Program: Returning from injury at Ibex
Result:
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Program: One month bouldering progress comparison
Result:
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Common Questions

Questions the community is asking about this topic

  1. **"Should I repeat climbs I've already sent?"** - Multiple discussions about whether to re-climb completed problems for technique refinement
  2. **"How do I prepare for outdoor climbing without gym access?"** - Training advice for maintaining fitness when gym isn't available
  3. **"Is using bolt holes in the wall cheating?"** - Clarification on what's acceptable for shorter climbers
  4. **"How many tries is too many tries?"** - Project etiquette and when to move on from a problem
  5. **"What's the difference between flash and top?"** - Basic terminology confusion

Pain Points & Problems

Challenges climbers are facing

  • Height disadvantages
    medium frequency
  • Board Climbing Reality Check
    low frequency
  • Body Image Concerns
    low frequency
  • Outdoor Preparation Anxiety
    low frequency
  • Height Disadvantages
    low frequency
  • Injury Recovery Mental Blocks
    low frequency

Program Mentions Summary

How the community feels about related programs

Board Training (Kilter/Moonboard/Tension)
Mixed sentiment, challenging but effective for skill development
mixed
15+ mentions
Hangboard Training
Positive for finger strength, warnings about proper progression
positive
8+ mentions
Gym Route Repetition
Highly positive for technique development
positive
12+ mentions
Outdoor Preparation Programs
Positive but need gym-to-outdoor transition focus
positive
6+ mentions
Board Training (Kilter/Moonboard/TB2)
mixed sentiment (positive for strength gains, frustrating for grade drops)
positive
15+ mentions

Key Insights for ClimbingBrowser

Strategic insights from community analysis

  • 💡Board climbing is the reality check: Multiple users discovering their gym grades don't translate to standardized boards - this is a major training opportunity
  • 💡Outdoor preparation anxiety is real: Many indoor climbers need specific guidance for transitioning outside, especially for technique differences
  • 💡Community support matters: Strong positive response to body image and confidence issues when community rallies around climbers
  • 💡Injury comeback is mental: Physical recovery often complete before mental confidence returns - need specific comeback protocols
  • 💡Height debate reveals deeper issues: Discussion about fairness in climbing reveals need for better understanding of different body types and route setting
  • 💡Technique focus over grades: Multiple threads emphasizing that repeating easier climbs for technique refinement is valuable training
Data collected from 10,000+ Reddit discussions on r/climbharder, r/climbing, r/bouldering
💬COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Real Climbers Say...

💡 Community Insights:

"Outdoor vs Indoor Training: Users noting significant differences in training transfer"

"Outdoor Transfer Gap: Significant discussion about gym vs outdoor performance suggests need for programs specifically designed to bridge this gap"

Feedback collected from 10,000+ Reddit discussions on r/climbharder, r/climbing, r/bouldering