We all know that you can't be what you can't see, so in today's post are some Youtube videos to help you visualise success. Vicarious experiences, seeing other achieve success, are critical to gaining self-efficacy. Feel Successful, Watch Others' Success Self-efficacy is the thing that makes us believe that we have it in us to do the things … [Read more...]
Fancy Footwork: How to get better
Footwork is talked about so often by climbers, but even experienced climbers often don't know where to go to improve their footwork. Today's article is all about improving footwork. If we've missed something, leave us a comment and share your experience and knowledge with us and others. Why improve footwork? Footwork is typically the last skill … [Read more...]
Building the first Bouldering Gym in the Falklands
Falkland Islander Lisa Watson is a keen boulderer and editor of the Falklands local newspaper. She and her partner Jonny Summers are on a mission to build the Islands first bouldering gym. So what's it like climbing in the Falklands? … [Read more...]
Outdoor climbing // Pule Hill, West Yorkshire
Looking for a venue for gritstone climbing? Want to be bathed in sunshine all year round, out of the wind and midge free? If so then you need to head to the south of the peak district, as Pule Hill might be a fantastic climbing venue, but its elevation can lead it to be misty and windy most of the year. That said it does provide some fantastic … [Read more...]
Spring climbing in the Peak District
The weather is getting warmer and if you’re like me you are getting excited about getting outdoor climbing again. … [Read more...]
Women in Adventure on Film
More women on film! That's what we're aiming for in the work we've done over three years with the BMC, running the Women in Adventure Film Competition. This year's shortlisted films have been announced and the great news is that you can go and watch every single film for free, whenever you want, on BMCtv: Watch an awesome woman in … [Read more...]
Buff from Buff // Review
A lot of people love a good buff. This versatile loop of fabric, created in the 1990s by a keen off-road motorcyclist, is the staple of many climbers and outdoorsy people. It’s for good reason. The buff is a multifunctional piece of clothing, which can double up as a scarf, hat, face-covering, or even as a bandage if need arises. I’ve always … [Read more...]
Training Book Review // Gimme Kraft
Do you enjoy climbing but want to develop further skills and strength but don’t really know where to start? Gimme Kraft by Patrick Matros, Ludwig “Dicki” Korb and Hannes Huch is a comprehensive guide to getting fitter and stronger for all types of climbing. “How do I get stronger?… train most efficiently?…what exercises make the most sense?” are … [Read more...]
The Environmental Climber
In a world where climate change is a real threat us climbers have to do our part to keep the environment we inhabit, and let’s be honest, take advantage of for our own pleasure, safe. Sometimes it is easy to forget to do certain things to maintain a fun but environmentally responsible balance but it’s actually pretty simple! … [Read more...]
Indoor ice climbing in the UK
The UK has some fantastic locations for ice climbing, but what if you live a long way from the mountains and your time is short? There's a growing number of indoor ice climbing facilities where you can hone your skills before heading out on an adventure in the mountains. Have you tried them and fancy writing us a review? … [Read more...]
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