Coach Hörst shares 15 game-changing tips to elevate your climbing this season.
Performance gains aren’t made solely in the gym. As Coach Hörst explains, there’s a lot you can do in-season—technically, tactically, and nutritionally—to level up your outdoor climbing.
Apply just a few of these strategies today, and you might send your project sooner than expected. Put most or all into practice over the coming weeks, and you could unlock a whole new level of performance this season!
RUNDOWN
0:30 – Introduction: Why these 15 tips matter for your in-season performance.
2:20 – Tip #1: Know the context of your current training and climbing—and act accordingly.
5:08 – Tip #2: Dial in your warm-up to match the demands of your project. (Not all warm-ups are created equal!)
8:40 – Tip #3: Time your sends by planning around temperature trends and sun exposure.
10:35 – Tip #4: Build confidence by climbing routes that match your natural style.
12:35 – Tip #5: Occasionally work "anti-style" routes to promote long-term growth and mastery.
15:35 – Tip #6: Always bring two pairs of shoes: a comfortable pair for warming up and a performance pair for sending.
18:20 – Tip #7: Prioritize movement efficiency when projecting. Climb smart with the strength and skills you have today.
24:15 – Tip #8: Focus on making a few high-quality efforts per session—not just maxing out your goes.
27:55 – Tip #9: Recover faster between attempts with active recovery techniques.
31:28 – Tip #10: Don’t climb to exhaustion. End your session before mental and physical fatigue sabotages your efforts—and recovery.
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