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Oct. 2, 2024

Alex Puccio: Stronger After Injury, Finding Joy Outside, and Insights from Coaching and Climbing with Brooke Raboutou

Elite climber Alex Puccio shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: (0:07:14) Training: (0:16:47) Nutrition: (0:39:52) Tactics: (0:52:51) Mental Game: (1:07:48) - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUG...
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Sept. 25, 2024

Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD: Pro Clinic on Supplementation and Biohacking to Boost Strength, Recover Faster, Improve Endurance, and Feel Better

In this Pro Clinic, Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD covers: Clinical trials and studies that show the most promise for enhancing performance and health on and off the rock Supplements and biohacks that range from most-proven to most-fringe How to boost: strength endurance recovery longevity focus mood Dosage and frequency recommendations Non-supplementation interventions, including C02 tolerance training and glucose monitoring - The free version of this Pro Clinic is being brought to you ...
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Sept. 18, 2024

Cedar Wright: Suffering with Honnold, the Future of Free Soloing, Dirtbagging, Paragliding, and Boogie Til You Poop

Elite climber Cedar Wright shares epic stories of suffering with Alex Honnold, learning the ways of Yosemite, Paragliding competitions, Free Soloing culture, and what it means to be a dirtbag. Plus, BTS on the funniest climbing footage ever shot. - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use...
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Sept. 11, 2024

Finger Training 2.0 with Zachary Laschober of Specialized Masochism

Climbing Coach Zachary Laschober joins to discuss: Sports-specific versus non-sport-specific finger training Limitations of the "standard" 20mm flat edge Hand and finger physiology for optimal performance and recovery Evolution of training implements featuring an "unlevel" or "natural" design Isometric yielding (resisting) vs overcoming (curling) training methods Detailed protocols for developing maximum strength and endurance in fingers Applying finger strength to rock and plastic - If...
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Sept. 4, 2024

Anna Hazelnutt | Crag Chat: Finger Injuries, How to Focus Our Training, Naked in Nature, Dating Apps, and Dick Jokes

Anna Hazelnutt is back with another Crag Chat packed with laughs, musings, updates, struggles, beta, and whatever else is on our minds, including: The climbing posters that hung on Anna’s childhood walls (and why she took them down) Anna’s recent send of Peace Lumbrical injuries and how we’re rehabbing them What to add and what to let go when it comes to ‘pruning’ training plans Fall goals and travel plans The struggle of online dating The power of being naked in nature Dick jokes Watch...
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Aug. 28, 2024

Kai Lightner: Sending 5.15a and Beyond, Adapting to a Bigger Body, Competitor's Mindset, and the Future of Climbing

Elite climber Kai Lightner shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:08:50 Training: 0:12:08 Nutrition: 0:26:30 Tactics: 0:40:25 Mental Game: 0:55:06 Purpose: 1:05:56 - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use c...
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Aug. 21, 2024

Useful Coach Tom Herbert: Pro Clinic on Fueling for Better Performance, Recovering Faster, and a Method to Cut Weight Without Cutting Calories

In this Pro Clinic, Tom Herbert covers: How to "stack" carbs and protein around a workout Getting a head start on recovery after a hard sesh How nutrition changes for "on" days vs "off" days The bias against carbs and the risk of cutting them out Training weight vs project weight How to manipulate weight quickly for a short-term cut Meal timing When to diet and when not to - Gain instant access to the FULL Pro Clinic by supporting the show as a Patron (you can even check it out for FRE...
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Aug. 14, 2024

Matt Samet: Building Strength and Power, Being Coached by Nina Williams, Redpoint Tactics, and Dealing with Anxiety On and Off the Rock

Elite climber Matt Samet shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Training: 0:9:22 Nutrition: 0:28:04 Tactics: 0:35:18 Mental Game: 0:52:33 Purpose: 1:09:37 - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Crimpd: The absolute best tool for self-coached climbers to stay on track with training. Visit Cri...
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Aug. 7, 2024

Road to 13a with Eric Hörst: Part IV

Coach Eric Hörst is back to coach Ryan on his hardest project to date, his first 13a. This beta-packed conversation covers: What went right and wrong on Ryan's almost-send last season How to carry a project over from one season to the next The secret to being a successful route climber Aerobic vs Anaerobic endurance training The science of building route fitness Summer training specifics (in 10 hours a week) Why many climbers are training endurance wrong - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FRE...
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July 31, 2024

Meagan Martin: Olympics Predictions (who will podium?), Training like a Ninja Warrior, and What Happens When Comp Climbers Get Outdoors

Elite climber Meagan Martin shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:08:29 Training: 0:14:06 Nutrition: 0:24:34 Mental Game: 0:47:05 Purpose: 1:18:25 - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: SCARPA: Whether you’re a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of ad...
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July 24, 2024

Tension Crew: Pro Clinic on System Board Training, Achieving Faster Progress, Training and Projecting Tips, and Building Sport Climbing Endurance (FULL)

In this Pro Clinic, the Tension Crew covers: History of system boards and board culture Overview of popular boards and their strengths/weaknesses TB2 and what sets it apart Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced board tactics Utilizing adjustable angle and mirrored layout to speed up progression How to train sport climbing fitness on a board The best board climbers in the game Best shoes to wear for board climbing Cost overview of the TB2 - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestr...
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July 17, 2024

Sam Watson: World’s Fastest Climber, Converting Strength to Power, Mindset Tips for Dealing with Pressure, and Olympics Preparation

Elite climber Sam Watson shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:08:17 Training: 0:21:51 Nutrition: 0:37:34 Tactics: 0:49:28 Mental Game: 0:53:29 Purpose: 1:03:31 - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use cod...
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July 10, 2024

Anna Hazelnutt | Crag Chat: Surprise Guest dr.climb, Dealing with Trolls, Enjoying Climbing While Injured, Yosemite Projects, and the Benefits of Comp-Style Climbing

Anna Hazelnutt and Ryan Devlin are joined by surprise guest Davis (dr.climb) for a wild and thoughtful chat that covers: Anna’s work on the ultra-classic Yosemite 13d, Peace The shifting landscape of climbing sponsorships and ‘influencer’ deals Dealing with trolls What injury can teach us about why we love climbing Olympics, parkour-style climbing, and how we can all benefit from thinking like a comp kid Watch the uncut video at The Struggle's or Anna's Patreons: patreon.com/thestrugglecl...
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July 3, 2024

Aidan Roberts: Training Bulletproof Fingers and Shoulders, Mastering Mindset, and Sending Two New V17s

Elite climber Aidan Roberts shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:07:24 Training: 0:17:20 Tactics: 0:55:21 Mental Game: 1:02:46 Purpose: 1:18:34 - ForceBoard: A better way to train fingers. Portable, accurate, and created to train finger strength and endurance exactly how YOU need it. Score 10% off and support the show by using code S...
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June 26, 2024

C4HP: Pro Clinic on Off-Season Finger Strength Training and Overall Strength Training

In this Pro Clinic, Collin and Jesse from Camp 4 Human Performance cover: What "off-season" training should (and should NOT) look like Determining the adaptations we're seeking off-season Benefits of getting stronger from "toes to nose" How our age plays into our strength training plan Proven finger strength training protocol that takes ~20 mins per week Grip positions for more effective finger strength training Set/Rep recommendations for strength training Specific exercises to most eff...
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June 19, 2024

Carlo Traversi: Mastering Movement, Getting Better Without Being Stronger, V16 and Beyond, and Seeking Struggle

Elite climber Carlo Traversi shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:15:16 Training: 0:25:58 Nutrition: 0:44:50 Tactics: 0:55:32 Mental Game: 1:16:54 Purpose: 1:29:47 - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Petzl: Check out the new NEOX belay device at your local gear shop, and le...
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June 12, 2024

Coach Charlie Schreiber: Reducing "Junk Mileage” On and Off the Rock, Replica Training, and Mental Performance Hacks

Coach Charlie Schreiber of Paradigm Climbing joins to discuss: How to work with clients that have a busy schedule Junk milage of training and life Keeping up climbing fitness while traveling Creating replicas and training on them  The Big Island Trai...
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June 5, 2024

Paige Claassen: Stronger Fingers, Endurance Hacks, Injury Prevention, and Balancing Climbing and Parenthood

Elite climber Paige Claassen shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:10:26 Training: 0:15:31 Nutrit...
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May 29, 2024

Anna Hazelnutt | Crag Chat: Smith Rock Update, AI Theme Songs, Taking Falls, Feet Pics, How to Make $20M a Month, Climbing News

Anna Hazelnutt and Ryan Devlin go unscripted and unfiltered in this Crag Chat as they explore:  Anna's Smith Rock tick list and updates AI-generated theme songs for the show Getting strong on a project but getting weaker as a climber Flying practice ...
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May 22, 2024

Dr Jared Vagy: Pro Clinic on Climber Injuries, Rehab, and Prevention

In this Pro Clinic, Dr. Vagy covers the most common climber injuries, rehab, and prevention, including: Frequent shoulder injuries Simple exercises to strengthen the shoulder, build range-of-motion, and properly warm up before a session Why the elbow...
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May 15, 2024

Jonathan Siegrist: Success vs Failure, Limit Projecting, Try Hard Tactics, and What Happens When It Doesn’t Come Together

Elite climber Jonathan Siegrist is back on the show, and this time we dive deep into the concepts of success and failure in climbing, limit projecting, what happens when a climb doesn't come together... and how we can all learn from our struggles on ...
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May 8, 2024

LIVE CALL-IN | Tom Randall Coaches Climbers on How to Rest Better on Route, Overcome Grade Fear, Build Endurance on a Hangboard, and More!

Coach Tom Randall is BACK, and this time we've got 5 climbers joining the party! Tom coaches climbers from a wide-range of backgrounds on their climbing issues, including: How to train for resting better on route Overcoming mental blocks of not feeli...
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May 1, 2024

Beth Rodden: Epic FAs, Death-Defying Escapes, Mental Health, and Becoming a Weekend Warrior

Elite climber Beth Rodden shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:27:51 Training: 0:31:41 Nutrition...
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April 24, 2024

Nate Drolet: Pro Clinic on the 14 Barriers to Improving Technically as Climbers

In this Pro Clinic, Nate covers 14 barriers that are holding us back from improving technically, including: Why climbing with straight arms is NOT more efficient When it’s good to make others’ beta your own The most important question to ask yourself...