The Average Climber Podcast

On this episode we're discussing the truth around some common Halloween candy tropes, and Caitlin has to weigh in on if she thinks it's fact or fiction. So join in for the fun, and don't be surprised if you learn a thing or two yourself. 

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This episode is all about misconceptions in training and nutrition. We're giving you the top 10 things climbers assume they're struggling with (and why they're usually wrong). From hamstrings to protein, to power endurance, we're covering a LOT of ground in this episode - strap in.

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Cold and flu season are upon us. And you know what will stop you from crushing faster than anything else? GETTING SICK. It sucks. So this week we're bringing you Caitlin's top tips to keep your immune system ready for battle this cold and flu season.

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What type of outdoor climber are you? You're about to find out.

Whether you're outside constantly or barely get to touch real rock, you're going to LOVE this episode.

1. Check out episode 33 to learn about seasonally programming your climbing

2. Check out episode 34 to learn more about non-linear programming

3. Check out episode 48 for the 411 on how to plan a year of climbing

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Welcome to episode 1 of the Sendtember Podcast. We're kicking off this 4 part series with the foundations of 5.12 climbing.

1. Join the Sendsgiving Waitlist!

2. Endurance Training + Work Capacity 101: Average Climber Podcast Episode 32

3. Power Company Climbing Data

4. Power Company Climbing Finger vs. Pull Strength Heat Map

If you're a climber who likes running, this one is for you. Pull up to learn about the differences between nutrition for running and climbing, and come along as Caitlin gets Lauren prepped for her first ever trail race!

1. Lauren misspoke in the episode. The distance of her race was 11K / 6.8 miles (you can check out the course details here) - if you find yourself in Big Sky, we highly recommend running it, it's awesome!

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As we move into the fall climbing season, you might notice that a few of your outdoor skills are a little rusty. And we bet you're forgetting about this skill in particular: your nutrition.

So stick around for three important reminders from your friendly, neighborhood, outdoor-focused nutrition specialist. This is the nutrition pre-game speech you didn't know you needed.

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The way we've all been learned about climbing movement feels a little bit like the way you earn badges in the Girl Scouts. You learn a new trick here, add a heel hook there, working on not stamping your feet around and pivoting on your toes - and on and on. 

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What if you could take what you love about board games... and apply that to your outdoor climbing? In this episode we're teaching you how to gamify your climbing pursuits to make them more fun - and make getting out of your comfort zone feel like a cool challenge instead of a training chore. 

You know that rude voice in your head that talks shit about you sometimes? Yeah, us too. So in this episode, we're guiding you through eight common thought patterns that are hindering your progress in climbing. And p.s. these thought patterns are making your training suck a lot more than it needs to. Let's form some new patterns, shall we?

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