Science ·
Why tracking your training matters
Memory is a poor training log. Simple, consistent tracking helps climbers and coaches see progress, manage load and catch problems early. Here is what is worth recording, and why.
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Periodisation, effort and load, recovery, movement, safety and the climbing life. Practical, and honest about what the evidence says.
Safety ·
Training safely: warm-ups that actually prepare you
A good warm-up is short, progressive and specific to the session ahead. Here is a simple structure that prepares your body, fingers and mind.
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Safety ·
Finger pulley injuries: what climbers should know
Pulley injuries are among the most common climbing injuries. Learn what pulleys do, why they get hurt and which signs mean you should see a doctor.
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Science ·
ACWR explained: acute and chronic workload for climbers
The acute:chronic workload ratio compares this week with what you are used to. Here is what it means, how Train Climb calculates it and how to read the zones.
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Movement ·
Antagonist training: what it is and what it isn't
Pushing exercises are often sold as injury prevention for climbers. The evidence is thinner than the claims, but there are still good reasons to do them.
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