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Elite climber, coach, and physio Stian Christophersen explores:
Learning how to handle pain better
The mental and social side of injury
The importance of the mind-body connection as it pertains to injury recovery
Why some pro climbers remain more injury free than others
The benefit (and example) of having a standardized warm-up
How to safely train full crimp
How to improve performance and reduce injury risk on boards
What to do after a pulley injury
Ice or heat? Rest or loading? How to treat an acute injury
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) for injury recovery and performance
Massage: placebo or proven?
The future of climbing science
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SCARPA: Whether you’re a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of adventure footwear for the adventure seeker in you. with a commitment to sustainability. Shop the whole collection at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.
5-Year Training and Performance Journal: The most important climbing tool I use! Takes just a few minutes each day, and yields amazing insights year after year. If you’re psyched on training and performance, this is the journal for you. Log, reflect, send.
Rab Equipment: For more than 40 years, Rab have been crafting rugged, high-performance clothing and equipment that give you absolute protection, comfort and freedom in the mountains. Nothing fancy or over-engineered – just honest, hard-working gear you’d rather repair than replace. Learn more at Rab.equipment.
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And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals
Grab Stian's book, The Climbing Bible: Managing Injuries
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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.
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Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow
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The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.
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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle 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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The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great.
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And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow
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Elite climber, coach, and physio Stian Christophersen explores:
Learning how to handle pain better
The mental and social side of injury
The importance of the mind-body connection as it pertains to injury recovery
Why some pro climbers remain more injury free than others
The benefit (and example) of having a standardized warm-up
How to safely train full crimp
How to improve performance and reduce injury risk on boards
What to do after a pulley injury
Ice or heat? Rest or loading? How to treat an acute injury
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) for injury recovery and performance
Massage: placebo or proven?
The future of climbing science
-
BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:
SCARPA: Whether you’re a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of adventure footwear for the adventure seeker in you. with a commitment to sustainability. Shop the whole collection at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.
5-Year Training and Performance Journal: The most important climbing tool I use! Takes just a few minutes each day, and yields amazing insights year after year. If you’re psyched on training and performance, this is the journal for you. Log, reflect, send.
Rab Equipment: For more than 40 years, Rab have been crafting rugged, high-performance clothing and equipment that give you absolute protection, comfort and freedom in the mountains. Nothing fancy or over-engineered – just honest, hard-working gear you’d rather repair than replace. Learn more at Rab.equipment.
Rúngne Club: Turn your passion into rewards, join the Rúngne community & start earning!
And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals
Grab Stian's book, The Climbing Bible: Managing Injuries
-
Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.
-
Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow
-
The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.
-
This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.
-
The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great.
-
And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!
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