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Jun 10
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#116: Climb Better TODAY! 15 In-Season T...

ERIC J. HöRST
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Coach Hörst shares 15 game-changing tips to elevate your climbing this season.

Performance gains aren’t made solely in the gym. As Coach Hörst explains, there’s a lot you can do in-season—technically, tactically, and nutritionally—to level up your outdoor climbing.

Apply just a few of these strategies today, and you might send your project sooner than expected. Put most or all into practice over the coming weeks, and you could unlock a whole new level of performance this season!

RUNDOWN

0:30Introduction: Why these 15 tips matter for your in-season performance.

2:20Tip #1: Know the context of your current training and climbing—and act accordingly.

5:08Tip #2: Dial in your warm-up to match the demands of your project. (Not all warm-ups are created equal!)

8:40Tip #3: Time your sends by planning around temperature trends and sun exposure.

10:35Tip #4: Build confidence by climbing routes that match your natural style.

12:35Tip #5: Occasionally work "anti-style" routes to promote long-term growth and mastery.

15:35Tip #6: Always bring two pairs of shoes: a comfortable pair for warming up and a performance pair for sending.

18:20Tip #7: Prioritize movement efficiency when projecting. Climb smart with the strength and skills you have today.

24:15Tip #8: Focus on making a few high-quality efforts per session—not just maxing out your goes.

27:55Tip #9: Recover faster between attempts with active recovery techniques.

31:28Tip #10: Don’t climb to exhaustion. End your session before mental and physical fatigue sabotages your efforts—and recovery.

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41:50Tip #11: Fuel appropriately for the day’s climbing. Stable blood glucose = steady performance.

47:20Tip #12: Refuel quickly post-session: 20g protein + some carbs within 30 minutes. Follow up with a healthy meal within 2–3 hours.

50:32Tip #13: One beer max (zero is ideal) to avoid impairing recovery.

52:32Tip #14: Do some light stretching or foam rolling in the evening to aid recovery and sleep.

54:30Tip #15: Have a 20–40g protein shake about 30 minutes before bed to support overnight muscle repair and growth.

57:40BONUS TIP!: Learn how to outperform the masses by doing what most climbers won’t.

1:01:57Wrap-up: Final thoughts, resources, and how to connect.

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