Climbing training is at a crossroads. Unprecedented access to thousands of square feet of indoor terrain means climbers are stronger than ever--weather, temps, and daylight are no longer factors.

You are passionate about climbing and dream of sending yet more powerful sport climbs or boulders, but despite your dedicated climbing practice, supplemented by strength training in the gym, you seem ...

Patrick, last year you published the book Gimme Kraft. What makes different from other training books? It focuses on a very specific aspect of climbing: strength. Strength should be trained for in a ...

Climbing loves consistency. But since the coronavirus pandemic has shut down gyms across the country, and climbing outside is now discouraged, how do you stay strong while you’re stuck at home?

All sports involve multi-joint, multi-directional tasks that require a number of muscles working in synch to produce a powerful yet smooth and efficient movement. Because multi-joint tasks coordinate ...

Patxi Usobiaga is standing with a stick in his hand, pointing to my next move on a climbing route, and screaming at me: “Venga! Va. A muerte!” (Come on! Go! 'Til Death!) It’s January 21, my fourth day ...

Climbing has become an increasingly popular sport, especially among college students, and University of Minnesota students do not seem to be immune from the bouldering bug. The new Climbing Training ...

The BoardRoom climbing training facility opened in May at 5140 Hollister Ave. and the owners plan a next-door full gym with tall climbing wall. (Serena Guentz / Noozhawk photo) Revisiting its roots ...