Whether you're projecting the easiest route on the wall, or you're headed to a boulder that's far away from all the other ones, sometimes you don't always have access to the warm-up climbs you want. So what do you do in those situations? In this snack break, we're breaking down strategies for a proper warm-up even if you're climbing in a spot doesn't have the warm-up level climbing you usually look for. 
RESOURCES + LINKS: Tension Flash Board: https://tensionclimbing.com/product/flash-board-2/(this is not an affiliate link, we just really like it!)
Ready to gain an in-depth understanding of your nutrition as it relates to your body and your needs? Apply to work with Caitlin this summer - only a few spots left! Go here!Want the weekly Training Plan Makeover? Go here to have it sent to your inbox every Friday!You can learn all about Good Spray Coaching programs at www.goodsprayclimbing.comTheme music for this episode was created by Devin Dabney. Learn more about the Plug Tone Audio collective by going to www.plugtoneaudio.com.

SNACK BREAK: How to warm up at a crag that doesn’t have warm-ups

A podcast for the average rock climber featuring the training and nutrition information the everyday climber needs to know. Hosted by Lauren Abernathy, Head Coach and Founder of Good Spray Climbing, and Certified Nutrition Specialist, Caitlin Holmes. 

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"That has way too much sodium!""Can you believe how much salt is in that?"If you've ever been to a family gathering in America, you know that SOMEONE is complaining about how they've got to watch their sodium intake. But is it really that bad for you? And don't we need salt to stay hydrated? If you feel dazed and confused about salt - you aren't alone. In this episode we're clearing things up when it comes to where salt fits into our health, and where it doesn't.
 
MEGA BETA BAG: www.getmegabeta.comRESOURCES: 
Sign up for the FREE Fast Track Movement Coursewww.goodsprayclimbing.com/fast-track
Get the free ROCK MAP course now! https://www.caitlinholmes.com/rock-map
Read the 'Why sugar is great for hydration' blog
https://www.caitlinholmes.com/blog/why-sugar-is-great-for-hydration
 
IMPORTANT LINKS:
1. Send Lauren an email and get a sticker for submitting a podcast review!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/contact
2. Work with Caitlin + get a nutrition vibe checkwww.caitlinholmes.com3. Work with Laurenwww.goodsprayclimbing.com
4. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast
5. Learn more about Plug Tone Audio: www.plugtoneaudio.com

Episode 58: Is salt bad for you? "tasty, magic crystals"

Caitlin goes to war with a yoga studio and the girls discuss why she did it. 
 
MEGA BETA BAG: www.getmegabeta.com
RESOURCES: 
Sign up for the FREE Fast Track Movement Coursewww.goodsprayclimbing.com/fast-track
Get the free ROCK MAP course now! https://www.caitlinholmes.com/rock-map
IMPORTANT LINKS:
1. Send Lauren an email and get a sticker for submitting a podcast review!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/contact
2. Work with Caitlin + get a nutrition vibe checkwww.caitlinholmes.com3. Work with Laurenwww.goodsprayclimbing.com
4. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast
5. Learn more about Plug Tone Audio: www.plugtoneaudio.com

SB: the problem with "earning" your food ft. Caitlin making enemies

BONUS TIME. Whether you're a coach looking for some pointers or an athlete who's curious about what it looks like to work with a professional coach, this episode is for you. Get the behind the scenes on what goes into training with me on a Good Spray Custom Plan. 
Custom plan enrollment opens May 20, 2024www.goodsprayclimbing.com/customplans
Email me!www.goodsprayclimbing.com/contact

BONUS: What does a climbing coach do [behind the scenes]

The great news about pursuing excellence in your training and nutrition? "Great" doesn't have to mean complicated or time consuming. If you're ready to take your training and nutrition from "just ok" to totally awesome, strap in, we're about to tell you how to do just that.Learn about Good Spray Custom Plans: www.goodsprayclimbing.com/customplansMEGA BETA BAG: www.getmegabeta.com
RESOURCES: 
Sign up for the FREE Fast Track Movement Coursewww.goodsprayclimbing.com/fast-track
Get the free ROCK MAP course now! https://www.caitlinholmes.com/rock-map
IMPORTANT LINKS:
1. Send Lauren an email and get a sticker for submitting a podcast review!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/contact
2. Work with Caitlin + get a nutrition vibe checkwww.caitlinholmes.com3. Work with Laurenwww.goodsprayclimbing.com
4. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast
5. Learn more about Plug Tone Audio: www.plugtoneaudio.com

Ep 57: Good vs. great training and nutrition, "from 'meh' to kickass!"

Having an awesome training program to follow is great, but you won't get much in the way of results if you don't actually do it. And that's where time management comes in. So you can ✅ get to the gym when you say you're going to✅ have the energy to FOCUS when you show up to trainIn this episode, we're reviewing common time management pitfalls that busy climbers make. and if this episode got you wanting more, make sure to sign up for the Time Well Spent Workshop on May 15, 2024.Sign up here: www.goodsprayclimbing.com/timewellspentMEGA BETA BAG: www.getmegabeta.com
RESOURCES: 
Sign up for the FREE Fast Track Movement Coursewww.goodsprayclimbing.com/fast-track
Get the free ROCK MAP course now! https://www.caitlinholmes.com/rock-map
IMPORTANT LINKS:
1. Send Lauren an email and get a sticker for submitting a podcast review!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/contact
2. Work with Caitlinwww.caitlinholmes.com3. Get on Lauren's Custom Plan wait listwww.goodsprayclimbing.com/custom-plan-wait-list
4. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast
5. Learn more about Plug Tone Audio: www.plugtoneaudio.com

SNACK BREAK: How to warm up at a crag that doesn’t have warm-ups

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