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The Struggle Climbing Show

Ryan Devlin
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Wilderness
  • Updated weekly

Named one of Climbing Magazine’s favorite podcasts. 2M+ Downloads! If you love rock climbing, self-improvement, and inspiring stories... chalk up and pull on.

  1. BONUS: Noah Wheeler on His Favorite Move, What he Sucks at, the Future of Board Climbing, and Ranking his V17s by Difficulty

    8 hr ago • Subscribers Only

    BONUS: Noah Wheeler on His Favorite Move, What he Sucks at, the Future of Board Climbing, and Ranking his V17s by Difficulty

    To listen to this bonus episode, simply subscribe! You'll be supporting the show (THANK YOU!) and will also gain instant access to more than 100 hours of exclusive content including Pro Clinics, Bonus Episodes, and Uncut Videos from Adam Ondra, Chris Sharma, Hazel Findlay, Alex Honnold, Magnus Midtbø, Will Bosi and more. Thank you for supporting me as I work hard to put out quality content for us climbers! -Ryan

    16 min
  2. Noah Wheeler: Sending Burden, Finger Training (and Injury), the Next Proj, and the Dab Heard Round the World

    8 hr ago

    Noah Wheeler: Sending Burden, Finger Training (and Injury), the Next Proj, and the Dab Heard Round the World

    Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber. https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional   Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   - Elite climber Noah Wheeler explores: Specific training for Burden The dab ascent and what happened after Is Burden really V17? The change that unlocked the send Board climbing vs hang boarding Mindset tools to lock in for a send What Daniel Woods taught him  Half crimp vs full crimp  The next V17 on his list The happiness advantage - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com  Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals   - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!  - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Secret App Launch 02:23 Noah Wheeler Intro 06:33 Goals and Process 11:51 Evolving Through Struggle 18:18 Board Training Origins 21:15 Board Sessions and Volume 24:05 Intentional Climber Break 26:07 Rehab and Burden Prep 31:10 The Dab and Redemption 36:24 Dab Send Debate 37:25 Grading Burden Reality 42:10 V17 Or Downgrade 43:17 New Beta Breakdown 47:12 Micro Beta Anchors 50:20 Arc'teryx Harness Spot 52:06 Nutrition Calorie Wakeup 53:08 Carbs Protein Caffeine 57:11 Tactics Trip Mistakes 59:44 Footwork Pull Away 01:02:39 Grip Strength Weakness 01:05:23 Finger Strength Metrics 01:05:59 Projecting Mindset Phases 01:09:52 Pre Send Mental Crux 01:11:36 Embodiment Tools 01:15:50 Happiness Advantage 01:19:35 What’s Next Plans 01:20:53 Board Style Dreams 01:22:55 We Will Rock Vision 01:25:24 Wrap Up Bonus Plug 01:28:00 Host App Pitch 01:29:28 Climbing Reflections 01:31:59 Final Thanks Outro - 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!

    1hr 33min
  3. EARLY & AD-FREE | Noah Wheeler: Sending Burden, Finger Training (and Injury), the Next Proj, and the Dab Heard Round the World

    1 day ago • Subscribers Only

    EARLY & AD-FREE | Noah Wheeler: Sending Burden, Finger Training (and Injury), the Next Proj, and the Dab Heard Round the World

    Elite climber Noah Wheeler explores: _ Specific training for Burden _ The dab ascent and what happened after _ Is Burden really V17? _ The change that unlocked the send _ Board climbing vs hang boarding _ Mindset tools to lock in for a send _ What Daniel Woods taught him _ Half crimp vs full crimp _ The next V17 on his list _ The happiness advantage - Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Secret App Launch 02:13 Episode Setup Noah Wheeler 05:12 Burden Aftermath Goals 06:33 Process Over Outcome 09:09 Tactics And Nuance 11:51 Defining Struggle 13:34 Pain To Reframe 16:39 Happiness Advantage Mindset 18:18 Board Training Origins 21:15 Weekly Training Split 24:02 Rehab And Burden Prep 29:00 The Dab And The Resend 34:39 Dabs And Momentum 35:20 Grading Burden Debate 36:07 Outlier Perspective 37:53 Why It Still Takes Time 40:42 V17 Or Downgrade 41:12 New Beta Breakdown 45:07 Micro Tweaks To Send 48:16 Nutrition And Carbs 51:26 Caffeine And Fueling 53:20 Tactics Trip Mistakes 54:23 Outdoor Skills Leap 55:53 Pulling Away Footwork 58:48 Grip Strengths Weaknesses 01:01:33 Finger Metrics Training 01:02:16 Struggle and Anger 01:03:34 Two Phases Projecting 01:06:01 Pre Send Mental Crux 01:07:17 Embodiment and Rituals 01:12:00 Happiness Advantage Mindset 01:15:44 What’s Next Plans 01:17:03 Board Style Limits 01:19:04 We Will Rock Vision 01:21:33 Wrap Up and Bonus 01:23:04 Support and App Plug 01:25:38 Host Climbing Reflections 01:28:08 Final Thanks and Signoff - 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!

    1hr 29min
  4. The May Plog: My Endurance Training Plan, Critical Force Assessment, and Realizing I'm a Bad Climber

    1 day ago

    The May Plog: My Endurance Training Plan, Critical Force Assessment, and Realizing I'm a Bad Climber

    Reflecting on my training, performance, and experimentation for the month, including: Recap of May goals (hits and misses) Finding flow and fun outdoors Breaking down my endurance training plan Results from my critical force test How I'm going to maintain strength and power A smack in the face regarding my technique Listener questions June goals   Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!   Download Intentional Climber on Google Play or the App Store and use code LAUNCHCREW to unlock $300 of free coaching plans, plus a secret discount (ends June 5th).   Have an awesome month!

    1hr 7min
  5. Weekend Warrior: From Midwest to V11, Managing Send Anxiety, and Her Breakthrough "5.12 Pact"

    27 May

    Weekend Warrior: From Midwest to V11, Managing Send Anxiety, and Her Breakthrough "5.12 Pact"

    Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong   Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   Weekend Warrior, Hannah Provost, is crushing it. In this convo, we explore: Being naturally powerful but struggling with endurance  Managing send anxiety and fear of failure A powerful tool to stay present on a climb  The untapped potential of breath work  Forcing seasonality with training  Using hips as a fifth limb The "pact" that led to a quantum leap Covering historic ascents in the new ACJ Join the AAC by July 1st to get your copy of the American Climbing Journal (amongst other awesome perks): https://americanalpineclub.org/ - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Anxiety After Belief 00:24 Meet Hannah Provost 06:04 Climbing Origins Indiana 09:19 AAC Work Life Balance 10:40 Boulderer Wants Sport 13:19 Grades And Struggle 14:03 Doubt Cycles Tactics 20:28 Breathwork And Focus 24:08 Seasonal Training Blocks 26:20 Coach Nate Hip Power 29:46 Endurance Sessions 4x4 31:42 Hips As Fifth Limb 33:52 Hips Into Training 34:40 Treadwall Leg Drive 36:05 Beginner Mindset Reset 37:36 The 5.12 Pact 40:37 Exposure Over Sending 43:53 Next Goals Big Papa 46:42 What Is The ACJ 49:28 Stories From The Journal 54:45 AAC Membership Perks 57:31 Hostels And Wrap Up 59:07 Host Takeaways And Links 01:03:35 Training Update And Goodbye - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!  - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow  - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.   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!

    1hr 6min
  6. EARLY & AD-FREE | Weekend Warrior: From Midwest to V11, Managing Send Anxiety, and Her Breakthrough "5.12 Pact"

    26 May • Subscribers Only

    EARLY & AD-FREE | Weekend Warrior: From Midwest to V11, Managing Send Anxiety, and Her Breakthrough "5.12 Pact"

    Weekend Warrior, Hannah Provost, is crushing it. In this convo, we explore: Being naturally powerful but struggling with endurance Managing send anxiety and fear of failure A powerful tool to stay present on a climb The untapped potential of breath work Forcing seasonality with training Using hips as a fifth limb The "pact" that led to a quantum leap Covering historic ascents in the new ACJ Join the AAC by July 1st to get your copy of the American Climbing Journal (amongst other awesome perks): https://americanalpineclub.org/ - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Anxiety After The Breakthrough 00:24 Meet Hannah Provost 06:04 Climbing Origins At Notre Dame 09:19 Life At The AAC 10:40 Boulderer Who Wants Sport 13:19 V11 And 513B Milestones 14:03 Doubt Cycles And Questions 20:28 Breathwork And Head Songs 24:19 Seasonal Training Blocks 26:20 Coaching And Hip Power 32:39 Leg Drive Realization 34:14 Beginner Mindset Returns 35:36 The 512 Pact 38:46 Volume Over Sending 41:12 Next Goals and 13 Plus 42:10 Big Papa Ambitions 44:51 What Is The ACJ 47:37 Featured Writers and Stories 49:05 Undercover Crushers Spotlight 52:54 AAC Membership Perks 55:40 Lodging Network and Ranch 57:16 Wrap Up and Support Links 01:01:44 Training Update and Critical Force 01:03:29 Final Send Off - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and 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! Let's get out there and try hard.

    1hr 4min
  7. BONUS: Tyler Thompson on Motivation, Learning Techniques Faster, and Kneepad Grading (or Downgrading) Ethics

    20 May • Subscribers Only

    BONUS: Tyler Thompson on Motivation, Learning Techniques Faster, and Kneepad Grading (or Downgrading) Ethics

    To listen to this bonus episode, simply subscribe! You'll be supporting the show (THANK YOU!) and will also gain instant access to more than 100 hours of exclusive content including Pro Clinics, Bonus Episodes, and Uncut Videos from Adam Ondra, Chris Sharma, Hazel Findlay, Alex Honnold, Magnus Midtbø, Will Bosi and more. Thank you for supporting me as I work hard to put out quality content for us climbers! -Ryan

    25 min
  8. Tyler Thompson: How to Get More Out of Every Session, Building Capacity, and Tricking Yourself into Sending

    20 May

    Tyler Thompson: How to Get More Out of Every Session, Building Capacity, and Tricking Yourself into Sending

    Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong   Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   - Elite climber Tyler Thompson explores: The process of becoming a pro climber  Struggling with training consistency Preparing for La Rambla (5.15a) His Spain sending spree  How to make climb days worth more Struggling with performance anxiety  An epic last-day-last-go send of Era Vella How to trick yourself into sending - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Arc’teryx: Check out the new Lithos SL harness featuring Warp Strength Technology and fully customizable sizing for an ultra-light sport climbing fit. Build yours at Arcteryx.com  PhysiVantage: Try SendureX to improve your power endurance and recover faster between attempts. I love it! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals   - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!  - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Endurance Mindset Teaser 00:28 Meet Tyler Thompson 03:28 Vegas Base And Background 06:09 From Summer Camp To Youth Team 08:10 Going Full Time Climbing 11:31 What Struggle Means 16:20 Training Balance Outdoors Vs Gym 20:35 Spain Prep And La Rambla 25:39 Endurance Work And Self Assessment 33:11 Nutrition And Recovery Habits 37:23 Tactics Learning And Repetition 41:02 Finding Efficiency And Energy Leaks 42:49 Fresh Beta Experiments 43:19 More Tries More Learning 44:55 Evolving Beta Near Send 45:41 Inventing a New Sequence 49:40 Choose Moves You Love 50:27 Favorite Move Spotlight 51:52 Southern Smoke Send Story 53:59 Remembering Projects Past 54:50 Scarpa Shoe Shoutout 56:15 Performance Anxiety on Redpoints 57:22 Resting and Switching Gears 01:00:42 Era Vella Injury Miracle Send 01:06:10 Trying When Tired Works 01:08:59 Next Projects and Finn Cave 01:10:52 Trips and Dreamcatcher Goals 01:13:59 Finger Rehab Reality Check 01:15:06 Wrap Up and Bonus Episode 01:18:18 Host Training Update 01:22:08 Final Thoughts and Signoff - 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!

    1hr 24min
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Named one of Climbing Magazine’s favorite podcasts. 2M+ Downloads! If you love rock climbing, self-improvement, and inspiring stories... chalk up and pull on.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Devlin
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    417
  • Rating
    Explicit
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