I read this to help train for some big wall climbs I want to do and left disappointed. It was technical in areas I wasn't interested in, a deep dive into the ways our muscles work for example, and shallow in areas I did care about: how do you improve technique? How do you link together a training pl ...more
Obviously, the title says it all: this is an exercise book for climbers. Rather than focus directly on how to be a better climber, though, Soles discusses all the non-climbing exercises you can do to be a better climber: aerobic (cardio), resistance training, stretching, and nutrition, and how these ...more
I'm still new to the sport but it seems like a very good overview of the sports science and what to do to train for climbing. The rating could go up if/when I start to utilize the recommended training regimen. But even if I don't ever get off my posterier, it is an interesting read because it talks ...more
Figured I would use all of my ongoing weight loss post car accident to come out stronger. Start early on my New Years Resolution and prepare for better years of hiking and climbing! ...more