UPDATE: In light of changes to the Yoga Studio App, please be aware that the app is no longer a one-time purchase app and operates on a subscription model. Previous purchasers of the app have paid for the app and subsequently had their access revoked, subject to paying a monthly subscription. We can no longer recommend the app on the basis … [Read more...]
Frostbite: Prevention and treatment
Recently, Anna Fedorova went on a BMC Mountain First Course. Here, she reports back from a session on frostbite prevention and treatment. What is Frostbite? Frostbite is a serious condition that can cause loss of tissue or even bone, so it's really important to be aware of the risks, signs, prevention methods and treatment … [Read more...]
What is Mountain Rescue??
If you live in an area of Britain with or near a national park the chances are you live in an area with a Mountain Rescue Team (MRT). Mountain Rescue is typically associated with areas such as the Lake District, Wales, and highlands of Scotland, but there are also teams operating in areas such as the South Pennines, Dartmoor and the Scottish … [Read more...]
Womenclimb Adventure Sports Quiz
So, as part of our Get Outdoors month, we're promoting all things outdoors. Play our fun quiz - test your knowledge of Adventure and Extreme sports. Maybe you'll find something new to have a go at. Whatever you do, let us know about it. What you’ll need: A pen and paper or your phone/ tablet/ computer ready for you to type The Womenclimb … [Read more...]
Why should I go bouldering?
If you don't understand bouldering, or are unsure about what it's all about, then follow our contributor Emily Thompson on her journey of discovery, starting this week, with her thoughts on feeling like a fraud, having never been bouldering and having piles of insecurities about giving it a go. This is a live activity - Emily is reporting on her … [Read more...]
The Best British Climbers?
Last year I was asked to put together a list of climbers ‘of note’ to help a member of staff working in an outdoor centre. The centre had a series of rooms, all named after male climbers and she wanted to encourage the inclusion of notable female climbers. If you’re curious about who's on the list, read on. You might disagree, leave us a comment if … [Read more...]
A Type II fun Adventure…
'It's an example of ‘Type II’ fun', she said. If you've never heard of it, Type II fun is something pretty special. Read on: Ella Williams, outdoor instructor, reveals her favourite climbing experience to us and explains why it means so much to her: … [Read more...]
A Rough Guide to Climbing Grades
Are you new to the glorious world of climbing ? Bamboozled by the numbers and letters that are thrown around by people who sound like they know what they’re talking about? Fear not! Here’s our Handy Guide to Climbing Grades: … [Read more...]
15 Knee Surgery Tips for Climbers
There are all types of knee surgery, from ligament repairs and reconstructions to cartilage trims and kneecap scrapes. Two of the Womenclimb team have been in for knee surgery in the last 12 months (August 2015 and Feb 2016) for meniscus repair and ACL reconstruction respectively. They have put together their top tips to help climbers who have … [Read more...]
Climbing without an ACL
For my entire climbing life, I have climbed with an ACL injury. The Anterior Cruciate Ligament is one of a pair of cruciate ligaments in the knee, forming a cross shape with the Posterior Cruciate Ligament. It provides crucial stability to the knee, preventing the knee from twisting and rotating. You can find out more in this Youtube video about … [Read more...]