Prominent British climber Emma Twyford shares her journey to becoming the first British woman to send a 9a route. She reveals the challenges she's faced, including overcoming glandular fever and the transition from competition climbing to personal enjoyment. We also explore her efforts to empower women in the climbing industry through route-setting workshops.
Chapters:
00:00
Introduction
01:56
From Outdoor to Indoor
03:50
Overcoming Challenges: Glandular Fever and Climbing
10:08
The Transition from Competition to Personal Enjoyment
15:08
Achieving Milestones: First British Woman to Send 9A
19:54
The Importance of Self-Belief and Representation in Climbing
27:08
Route Setting: Empowering Women in the Industry
34:03
Personal Life and Hobbies Outside of Climbing
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Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
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