The Struggle Climbing Show

Coach Tom Randall: Training Strength for Endurance, How to Self-Assess Weaknesses, Max Hang Testing, Crack 101, and other Listener Questions

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In this special Listener Q&A episode, Coach Tom Randall explores:
  • Improving endurance by getting stronger 
  • How to self assess weaknesses 
  • Is there such thing as “active rest”?
  • Developing beginner crack skills 
  • Periodization for gym climbers 
  • Which crack size is the best to train 
  • What standard tests should climbers do
  • How often should we test finger strength
  • Building a cheap crack trainer at home
  • Correlation between finger strength and climbing grade 
    Plus a bonus episode about free soloing buildings, and the mega building Alex Honnold will be soloing in January!

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      Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

      00:42 Listener Questions Overview
      02:20 Personal Climbing Journey
      03:22 Reconnecting with Tom Randall
      04:36 Tom Randall's Training Insights
      15:21 Self-Assessing Climbing Weaknesses
      25:37 Active Rest and Recovery Tips
      30:31 Learning Crack Climbing
      36:54 Periodization for Gym Climbers
      39:05 Adapting to Training and Periodization
      42:03 Indoor vs. Outdoor Climbing
      45:09 Crack Climbing Techniques and Training
      47:46 Testing Metrics and Their Importance
      53:52 Urban Crack Climbing and Unique Locations
      55:30 Listener Q&A: Training and Climbing Insights
      01:07:49 Encouraging Gyms to Set Crack Boulders
      01:11:18 Conclusion and Bonus Content Announcement
       

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      This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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