In today’s Podcast, Mercedes is joined by Steve Bechtel to discuss the two most important principles of strength training and how you can use them to support your climbing training.

Strength training shouldn’t be what you spend most of your time on in your climbing training, but it’s most likely the most crucial factor in getting stronger. Balancing strength training with your climbing can be tricky. We hope this podcast will provide you with ideas on how to balance your training and maximize the benefits of strength training.

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00:00 Introduction to Strength Training Principles
00:21 Understanding Overload and Consistency in Training
02:56 The Importance of Pushing Limits and Mental Challenges
05:29 Identifying and Addressing Weaknesses in Training
08:02 The Role of Technique and Form in Strength Training
10:48 Balancing Strength and Endurance in Climbing
13:22 The Value of Consistency and Progressive Overload
15:55 Bodyweight vs. Weighted Exercises in Climbing
18:51 Personal Experiences and Progress in Strength Training
21:33 The Importance of Patience and Persistence in Training
24:16 Final Thoughts on Effective Training Strategies