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Try Slacklining to improve your balance, coordination and core strength for rock climbing
I recently heard it stated ‘If I had the spare time to slackline I would be out climbing’ which I guess is a fair point but don’t let this deter you from trying it. Not only does slacklining improve balance, coordination and core strength (all transferable skills for rock climbing), its really great fun too!
Rock climbing training – Toughening and repairing your fingers part 2
Already done the damage? Here is my top tips on repairing your fingers from climbing session induced carnage…
Rock climbing training – Toughening and repairing your fingers
Aside from the obvious aches and pains, I’m sure that if you ask any regular rock climber, the pain they’re all keen to avoid is damage to the skin on their hands and fingers. Climbing places a great deal of stress on your skin, which can easily lead to painful sores or tears. This week I would like to give you some tips on how to toughen up your skin to prevent such injuries. Next week I’ll tell you how best to heal them quickly if you do happen suffer with them.
Climbing books reviews: ‘Revelations’ by Jerry Moffatt
The autobiography of Jerry Moffatt titled ‘Revelations’, is exactly as the title suggests. Named after Jerry’s famous first ascent, the book is a unique insight into the life of a legendary climber. A climber that at his peak raised the international bar and set a new standard for climbing the world over, achieving groundbreaking first ascents and rapid repeats of the worlds most difficult routes.
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