Looking to improve your bouldering performance but not sure where to start or what to do?

Neil Gresham, one of Britain’s best known climbers, wrote this article from the ukclimbing.com site, giving a quick 5-point checklist for doing exactly that.

He talks about:

  • mental skills
  • tactics
  • the importance of variety
  • training specifically for bouldering
  • and planning your schedule

For instance, here is what he says about training:

4. Training – specific bouldering for strength / power

A classic mistake is to think that the steepest angle possible is best for strength training. The optimum angle is the steepest possible angle on which you can use finger holds. These don’t have to be tiny – they can be medium sized and slopey or rounded but they mustn’t be jugs. If you’re swinging around on jugs then you won’t be working your fingers and finger strength should always be the greatest priority. It is also best to use the smallest possible footholds to work body tension and footwork accuracy.

He also includes a performance point system to help you determine your strengths and weaknesses. It should help you identify if you have good skills or if you have a higher level of strength and fitness, and what could use some work.

So, if you are new to bouldering or feel like you’ve hit a plateau, check out this article and learn how to improve your bouldering….

CLICK HERE: 5 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Bouldering 


 

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Written by the highly qualified climbing trainer Kris Peters, you get three new workouts every week of the year. The program is scalable so it is designed to work for climbers of every level. This program will make you stronger, fitter, and more powerful.

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