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Jul 2025
Do Climbers Really Need to Lift Weights? | Part 2
In the second half of this two-part series, Ollie Torr is joined by international coach Jesse Firestone, Lattice coach Jemma Powell, and elite climbers Will Bosi and Aidan Roberts to delve deeper into the nuances of strength and conditioning in climbing.Jesse Firestone brings his ... Show More
55m 52s
May 2025
Flow and Climbing: More Than Just Effortless Control
In this in-depth episode, hosts Maddy Cope and coach Flo Tilley explore the intricate relationship between flow state, climbing performance, and mindset. Flow, often described as a state of effortless control and total absorption, is more than just a performance booster, it’s a t ... Show More
44m 40s
May 2025
Do Climbers Really Need to Lift Weights? | Part 1
Weightlifting in climbing. It’s one of the most debated topics in the sport, and we’re diving into it with the people who coach the best in the world.In this two-part conversation-style series, host Ollie Torr is joined by an expert panel of performance coaches and elite athletes ... Show More
1h 23m
Nov 2023
Dave MacLeod: Part II
<p>Elite climber Dave MacLeod shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game (Part II)
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<p>In Part II with Dave MacLeod, one of the world's finest and educated climbers, we explore Tactics, Mental Game, and what Dave’s working ... Show More
1h 5m
Oct 2024
Tim Emmett: Tips to Push Harder and Recover on Route, Stronger than Ever at Age 50, 88 Days on Era Vella, and Mastering Mindset
1h 40m
Aug 2024
#102: The Road to 5.13a - Part 4: Closing the Deal!
<p>What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations for Ryan Devlin as he closes in on completing his first 5.13a, a Red River Gorge classic named "The Force".</p> <p>This is a follow-up to episodes #86, #91, and #94, in which I coach R ... Show More
1h 29m
Mar 2024
Ben Mayforth: Campusing V12, Grip Strength for Climbing, Pre-Game Rituals, and the Climbing Community
1h 8m
Aug 2024
Matt Samet: Building Strength and Power, Being Coached by Nina Williams, Redpoint Tactics, and Dealing with Anxiety On and Off the Rock
1h 36m
Jan 2024
Adam Ondra: Finger Training, Climbing Fast, Projecting Tips, Free Soloing, and Historical Downgrades
<p>Elite climber Adam Ondra shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game</p>
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<p>Adam has 18 World Cup Gold medals,, is one of the best boulderers in the world with four V16 or 8C+ and 17 8C or V15 to his name. On sport, Adam has ... Show More
1h 26m
Jan 2025
Conquering Fear & Learning To Fail: Free Solo Climber Alex Honnold
<p>WhatsApp us a message or voicenote ➡️ https://wa.me/message/3WKM4SDWPMAMG1</p><br><p>Free solo climbing icon Alex Honnold takes us behind the scenes of his jaw-dropping free solo climb of El Capitan, breaking down the mindset it took to conquer one of the most iconic rock face ... Show More
55m 35s
Aug 2023
James Lucas
Elite climber James Lucas shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game
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<p>As a climber, James is incredibly accomplished and well-rounded, with impressive big wall sends that include freeing El Cap’s Freerider in a day alo ... Show More
1h 10m
Mar 2023
Expert Analysis: Mental Game with Lor Sabourin
<p>Lor Sabourin joins the show to look back at this season's interviews with 10 of the biggest names in climbing, and helps us all to learn from where the pros have struggled and excelled in mental game. </p>
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<p>Lor is an elite climber and coach with an expertise in the ... Show More
1h 30m
Oct 2025
#120 - Conquer the Pump! Training and Tactics to Climb Your Best at the Red River Gorge (and elsewhere)
If you're a connoisseur of steep routes, this episode is for you! We've assembled a "Red River Pump" roundtable that reveals the training methods, tactics, and insider strategies for climbing your best on the overhanging walls of the Red — or any steep sport crag you love. Kris H ... Show More
44m 44s
In this two-part episode, Tom Randall sits down with Steve Mcclure , one of the UK's most accomplished rock climbers, to discuss the evolution of climbing grades and the psychology of operating at the limit. Steve's remarkable career includes first ascents and repeats across bouldering, sport climbing, trad climbing, and even big walling. His notable achie ... Show More
<p>Elite climber Tim Emmett shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game</p>
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<p>Elite climber Ben Mayforth shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game</p>
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<p>Elite climber Matt Samet shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game</p>
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