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How often can I train fingers? - Multiple users asking about frequency for block lifts and max hangs

Asked 3× this month

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

How to tell progression vs plateau? - V6-7 climbers wondering if slow progress is normal in late 30s

Asked 3× this month

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

Fear of falling - how to overcome? - Lead climbing fear preventing progression despite technical ability

Asked 3× this month

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

Which training board to choose? - Home system board investment decisions (TB2 vs Decoy vs spray wall)

Asked 3× this month

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

How to train compression? - Long-limbed climbers struggling with narrow compression problems

Asked 3× this month

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

What's the difference between slow progression and a genuine plateau?

Asked 2× this month

r/climbharder

r/climbing

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

How much does leg strength training help with heel/toe hooks vs technique work?

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

What are the best mental preparation strategies for challenging projects?

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

How do you maintain friendships/social connections as you get stronger?

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#10

What's the most effective way to practice specific movement weaknesses?

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#11

Finger strength maintenance for weekend warriors: "How can I keep my fingers in shape? I moved and can only climb on weekends now"

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#12

Beginner training without gym access: "Are there specific strength training exercises I could do to give me any sort of headstart in climbing?"

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#13

Recovery and skin management: "By the end of each session I feel like I still got some gas left in the tank but the skin on my fingers is fried"

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#14

Tension and body positioning: "Any advice for improving tension? One of my friends gave me the cue to clench my asshole but I don't always remember to do it"

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#15

How often should I hangboard/do max hangs? - Multiple users asking about 2x vs 3x weekly frequency

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#16

Should I prioritize board climbing or gym sets for V6-7 progression? - Debate about training focus for intermediate grades

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#17

How do I overcome fear of falling on lead? - Anxiety management and fall practice protocols

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#18

What's the difference between plateau and slow progression? - Late 30s climber questioning 7B to 7B+ timeline

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#19

How do I train compression effectively? - Long-limbed climber struggling with narrow compression problems

Asked 2× this month

r/bouldering

📚 Programs that answer this:

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Power-Endurance program for beginners (V1-V3). 2x per week, focused on capacity building.

Beginner Boulderer - Performance

Optimized performance program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 150 moves/week.

Beginner Boulderer - Build-up 1 (PE)

Optimized build-up 1 (pe) program for beginner boulderers (V1-V3). 2 sessions/week, 380 moves/week.

#20

How do I find and evaluate climbing gyms as a beginner with specific needs (autism/ADHD, budget constraints)?

Asked 2× this month

r/climbing

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