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Age has often been said to be just a number. It really doesn’t matter what your driver’s license says. It’s how you feel. Some people stay active way into their senior years and that’s amazing. That’s how it should be. So, if you’re over the hill, or even a bit […]
Are you a parent that loves to head to the climbing gym or even get your kicks on the rocks? If so, you might want to share your love of climbing with your kids. Perhaps they’ve even begged you to take them along. But at what age can you start […]
When it comes to climbing, being safe is the only way to go. Taking chances can cause injuries or worse. That’s why you should always use equipment properly. So what if you’re at the climbing gym or you’ve gotten all the way out to your destination and find you’re not […]
Like any sport, bouldering requires warming up. Even if you’re young and spry. And if not, it’s even more important. But consider this your warning. Failing to warm up can put you at greater risk for an injury. Bouldering, and climbing in general, requires more than intense focus. It requires […]
If you’re looking from below on up at a climbing wall, when someone asks how high climbing walls are, you’re likely to tell them ‘too high’ if you’re afraid of heights. Despite this, many of us have gotten over that initial gut check and scaled up there. Many more of […]
Hi! Welcome to my crash-course on bouldering crash pads! In other posts, I’ve enthused how new climbers should get with bouldering first to master climbing techniques. It’s a lot easier because you’re lower and you don’t need ropes, harnesses, or belay devices to get your climbing fix in. Many people […]
Bouldering is becoming increasingly popular. Also considered “indoor rock climbing,” bouldering walls are now introduced at local gyms and special facilities dedicated to bouldering are popping up everywhere. What makes bouldering so enticing is the fact that it’s easier than rock climbing. You can climb at a lower height (you […]
Indoor climbing holds come in a variety of different colors, shapes and sizes. For a beginner figuring out how to climb them might be a daunting challenge. Simply pulling yourself up might not be the wisest choice, since your leg and body positioning play an equally important role in getting […]
Whether you’re just looking for a great strength and cardio workout or if you’re just pushing your limits while having fun, bouldering might just be your thing. But what exactly is bouldering? Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is performed without the use of ropes or harnesses, either […]
