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May 31
44m 40s

Flow and Climbing: More Than Just Effort...

LATTICE TRAINING
About this episode

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 transformative mental space where climbers feel deeply engaged and in sync with their challenges. Maddy and Flo dive into the science of flow, sharing practical techniques to cultivate this state by balancing skill and challenge, embracing playfulness, and applying mindfulness.

Listeners will also learn how self-compassion plays a pivotal role in allowing climbers to quiet self-criticism and focus on being present. The hosts discuss how coaching can facilitate an individual’s exploration of their personal experiences, leading to breakthroughs in both mental strategies and climbing performance. 

Whether you’re battling mental barriers or looking to improve your performance, this conversation will help you tap into the flow state and find joy in your climbing journey.

Takeaways:

  • Flow is a natural experience that happens when skills and challenges align.
  • Embracing playfulness and self-compassion can make it easier to access flow.
  • Mindfulness helps slow down negative thoughts, creating space for peak performance.
  • Coaching and self-reflection are powerful tools to enhance your mindset and approach to climbing.


🎧 Dive into this episode now and learn how to cultivate flow, conquer mental barriers, and bring more joy into your climbing. Link in bio!

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