Physical Training

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Physical Training

There’s no mistaking that physical fitness helps you send harder problems, so we’ll focus on that in this section.

Dynamic Movement

Knowing when and how to move statically or dynamically will make a world of difference as you start to boulder harder.

Finger Strength

As a climber, finger strength can help you send your project or make you suffer trying. It’s time to build it.

Upper Body Strength

Upper body strength comes from climbing—a lot. But you can help build it in the gym, too.

Lower Body Strength

While upper body gets all the attention, your lower body strength is a ...

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