How To Climb Harder

Product Description

A book for every climber (from beginner to expert) keen to improve their climbing; the things you really need to know without the clutter of an exhaustive ropework manual (and with a lot more helpful advice on climbing moves). The book

Includes:: a progressive series of exercises from simple to more complex movements to practice at your local climbing wall crag boulders or at home to improve all aspects of your climbing. Most of the exercises are intended for bottom roping or bouldering so you can drill the moves until they become second nature. The aim is to help you climb safer with more confidence & less effort than before. Theres advice on learning (how to make the most of your time spent practicing) & safety (what every climber needs to know). Basic footwork handholds & body position: the foundations of all the more complex moves like corkscrew rock-overs & the secrets of arete climbing. Resting: how to take time-out in some improbable places. Advanced techniques including exotic (but really handy) foot-locks & dynos as well as redpointing tips. Lead climbing: reading routes placing runners & sound tactics for success. Mind games: how to improve your confidence & conquer your fear of falling. & finally training: identifying your weaknesses & making yourself strong & fit to challenge your dream goal climb. The section on training young people will be of interest to any parent or coach. It contains progressive exercises & drills to help you get practicing straight away & to help these skills become second nature. It

Includes:: tips & techniques from the most basic steps to exotic (but very useful) foot-locks & chicken wing jams. It will appeal to a wide range of climbers.