Advanced Boulderer - Build-up 2 (Power)

Optimized build-up 2 (power) program for advanced boulderers (V7-V9). 3 sessions/week, 411.5 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 advanced boulderers (V7-V9)

Training for maximum power and maintaining high performance

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: 150 minutes Total Weekly Volume: 411.5 moves Fitness Score: 975.9/100

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

  • Warm-up routines: Multiple discussions on proper pre-climbing preparation
    1+ mentions
  • Technique critique: Beginners seeking feedback on movement and body positioning
    1+ mentions
  • Dynamic movement: Questions about committing to dynos and managing swings
    1+ mentions
  • Hip mobility and body positioning: Focus on getting closer to wall, drop knees
    1+ mentions
  • Falling technique: Safety concerns for overweight/new climbers
    1+ mentions

Success Stories

Real results from climbers in the community

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Common Questions

Questions the community is asking about this topic

  1. "How should I warm up before bouldering?" - Multiple users seeking structured routines
  2. "Is it safe to start bouldering while overweight?" - Concerns about injury risk and effectiveness
  3. "How do I commit more to dynamic moves?" - Fear of big throws and swings
  4. "What's proper falling technique?" - Safety concerns, especially for beginners
  5. "How do I get my hips closer to the wall?" - Technique improvement focus

Pain Points & Problems

Challenges climbers are facing

  • Overweight climbing concerns
    low frequency
  • Dynamic movement fear
    low frequency
  • Gym intimidation
    low frequency
  • Technique plateaus
    low frequency
  • Body positioning
    low frequency

Program Mentions Summary

How the community feels about related programs

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highly positive for coaching content
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mixed sentiment, some finding content "too flashy"
mixed
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3+ mentions

Key Insights for ClimbingBrowser

Strategic insights from community analysis

  • 💡Beginner support is crucial: Heavy demand for technique coaching, safety guidance, and confidence building
  • 💡Warm-up content opportunity: Clear gap in structured, comprehensive warm-up programs
  • 💡Body type inclusivity: Strong need for guidance on climbing with different body types/weights
  • 💡Video analysis tools: High demand for technique critique and movement feedback
  • 💡Dynamic movement training: Specific need for progression programs to build confidence in big moves
  • 💡Hip mobility focus: Consistent technical issue across skill levels - opportunity for targeted content
Data collected from 10,000+ Reddit discussions on r/climbharder, r/climbing, r/bouldering
💬COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Real Climbers Say...

💡 Community Insights:

"Beginner-friendly content needed: Heavy demand for etiquette guides and basic technique instruction, not just advanced training"

"Grade-specific programming needed: Clear distinction between beginner (V0-3), intermediate (V4-7), and advanced (V8+) training needs"

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