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Road to V8: My Kilter Reassessment and the 2026 Plan


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Coach Kevin Cuckovich from Kilter joins to discuss:
  • Results from my Kilter reassessment
  • Improvements in strength and movement
  • Struggles in beta and commitment 
  • Plans for doubling my hold set
  • Going steeper and harder next block
  • V8+ projecting schedule 
  • Should I set a replica?
  • Off-the-wall conditioning plan
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    Here's the first assessment episode with Kevin

    Here's the 90-90 stretch

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

      00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections
      00:39 Holiday Season and Personal Life
      01:45 Training Recap with Coach Kevin Kovich
      02:44 Assessment and Progress Evaluation
      03:04 Outdoor Climbing and Future Goals
      03:54 Training Insights and Techniques
      05:18 Assessment Challenges and Mindset
      08:22 Footwork and Technique Improvements
      18:16 Mental Approach to Climbing
      27:21 Product Endorsements and Personal Insights
      33:56 Reflecting on the First Training Block
      34:29 Upcoming Changes and New Holds
      34:51 Programming and Projecting Strategy
      35:55 Training Angles and Volume
      36:36 Project Day Structure
      39:37 Adjustable Board Benefits
      43:11 Outdoor Projecting Insights
      44:35 Programming for Specific Projects
      57:49 Conditioning and Strength Training
      59:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
       

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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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