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Winter training for summer rock climbing 11-Nov-2009 At 6:08:48 AM kevinsaddictions

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In colder climates, for example Canada, indoor climbing during the winter will give you that edge needed for summer 5.12+ climbing. This is a sample of my winter training regime. Here in Alberta you are pretty well guaranteed 8 months of snow before the regular climbing season begins. Don’t get me wrong, you can slip in some days here and there during Chinooks, but they are inconsistent and irregular. This training regime works great for me; my first climbs of the year are often in the 12c range (on good days this includes onsites!). I am by no means a naturally good climber. I only accomplish these grades with hard work. Enough about me, this article is a no nonsense guide to climbing better than you have ever climbed.
Read more at:
http://www.kevinsaddictions.com/the-winter-training-guide-for-five-twelve-climbing.php