151 episodes

The best climbers in the world share their struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. Hosted by Ryan Devlin. If you love rock climbing and want to get better at it, chalk up and pull on.

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The best climbers in the world share their struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. Hosted by Ryan Devlin. If you love rock climbing and want to get better at it, chalk up and pull on.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Nate Drolet: Pro Clinic on the 14 Barriers to Improving Technically as Climbers (FULL)

    Nate Drolet: Pro Clinic on the 14 Barriers to Improving Technically as Climbers (FULL)

    In this Pro Clinic, Nate covers 14 barriers that are holding us back from improving technically, including:
    - Why climbing with straight arms is NOT more efficient
    - When it’s good to make others’ beta your own
    - The most important question to ask yourself when you fall
    - The conflict between strength and skill
    - The three things to focus on to get better RIGHT NOW
    - Why practice is the opposite of performance
    - How to make climbing not feel like work
    - What we can learn from the V3 that Adam Ondra DIDN’T flash

    Gain instant access to the FULL Pro Clinic by subscribing for Pro Access in your Apple Podcasts player. Free trial available! Thanks for your support, it means a lot to me.
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    Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and @natedrolet, and check out Nate's YouTube
    Book a session with Nate by hitting him up on IG or emailing him at njdrolet@gmail.com
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    This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. 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.
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    The struggle makes us stronger! Let's get out there and try hard. Thanks for supporting the show, y'all.

    Nate Drolet: Pro Clinic on the 14 Barriers to Improving Technically as Climbers

    Nate Drolet: Pro Clinic on the 14 Barriers to Improving Technically as Climbers

    In this Pro Clinic, Nate covers 14 barriers that are holding us back from improving technically, including:
    Why climbing with straight arms is NOT more efficient
    When it’s good to make others’ beta your own
    The most important question to ask yourself when you fall
    The conflict between strength and skill
    The three things to focus on to get better RIGHT NOW
    Why practice is the opposite of performance
    How to make climbing not feel like work
    What we can learn from the V3 that Adam Ondra DIDN’T flash
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    The free version of this Pro Clinic is being brought to you thanks to 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.
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    Gain instant access to the FULL Pro Clinic by supporting the show as a Patron (you can even check it out for FREE with a 7-day trial):
    patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow
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    Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and @natedrolet, and check out Nate's YouTube
    Book a session with Nate by hitting him up on IG or emailing him at njdrolet@gmail.com
    -
    This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. 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.
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    The struggle makes us stronger! Let's get out there and try hard. Thanks for supporting the show, y'all. 

    • 52 min
    AD FREE | Tommy Caldwell: Adventuring with Alex Honnold, Biking to Alaska, Building Endurance, and Environmental Advocacy

    AD FREE | Tommy Caldwell: Adventuring with Alex Honnold, Biking to Alaska, Building Endurance, and Environmental Advocacy

    Elite climber Tommy Caldwell is back on the show to talk about his latest epic adventure with Alex Honnold, how he's exploring the limits of human endurance, and the nexus of adventure and environmental advocacy.
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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. 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!

    BONUS | Tommy Caldwell on How to Improve on Granite, Scariest Moments with Alex Honnold, the Next Dawn Wall, and Patron Questions

    BONUS | Tommy Caldwell on How to Improve on Granite, Scariest Moments with Alex Honnold, the Next Dawn Wall, and Patron Questions

    To listen to this bonus episode, simply subscribe! Free Trial available, so there's no risk. And you'll also gain instant access to more than 40 hours of exclusive content including Pro Clinics and Bonus Episodes from Adam Ondra, Chris Sharma, Hazel Findlay, Alex Honnold, Magnus Midtbø and more. Thank you for supporting me as I work hard to put out quality content for us climbers! -Ryan

    Tommy Caldwell: Adventuring with Alex Honnold, Biking to Alaska, Building Endurance, and Environmental Advocacy

    Tommy Caldwell: Adventuring with Alex Honnold, Biking to Alaska, Building Endurance, and Environmental Advocacy

    Elite climber Tommy Caldwell is back on the show to talk about his latest epic adventure with Alex Honnold, how he's exploring the limits of human endurance, and the nexus of adventure and environmental advocacy.
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    Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!):
    patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow
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    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.
    COROS: Track your workouts, HR, HRV, Sleep, Recovery, and Climbs with the best wearable tech for serious climbers. Use code STRUGGLE at COROS.com to score a free watch band with the purchase of a COROS Apex 2 Pro.
    ShayrdAir: Join Jonathan Siegrist and Shaina Savoy's mentorship program and enjoy a masterclass, zoom courses, in-person clinics, and a climbing trip with Jonathan and Shaina! Use code STRUGGLE for $300 off.
     
    And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals
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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.
    -
    This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. 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! 
     

    • 1 hr 20 min
    AD FREE | Coach Justen Sjong: Perfection is NOT the Goal, Mental Tactics, Tapping into Breath, and Climbing Performance Hacks

    AD FREE | Coach Justen Sjong: Perfection is NOT the Goal, Mental Tactics, Tapping into Breath, and Climbing Performance Hacks

    Climbing Coach Justen Sjong joins to discuss:
    - Two types of climbers (engineer and artist)
    - Tapping into breath as our engine
    - The hidden superpower of being in sync with your belayer
    - Identifying Technical vs Mental strengths / weaknesses
    - Perfection is NOT the goal (but what is?)
    - What our bodies do on the wall when we become scared to try
    - How a rowing machine can become a performance hack
    - A trick to preparing fingers to handle the pain of small holds
    - The difference between visualizing and rehearsing
    Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!):
    patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow
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    Connect with Justen for coaching at www.climbing-sensei.com
    Check out Justen's coaching videos: www.instagram.com/justensjong
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    This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. 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!

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