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FEB 13

BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Train Where They Are or Where They Want To Be?

Prompted by the phrase "Common sense isn't always common practice," from Trevor Ragan of Learner Lab, Nate and Kris sat down to discuss five aspects of climbing where they see this holding true. This is the fourth of those five aspects: Training where you are currently instead of where you want to be. Starting where you are is an important first step that is often missed. This episode originally aired on March 22, 2018. _________________________ 🔍 EXPLORE FURTHER You might enjoy these related articles, episodes, and other resources: Kris’s new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13’s, is out now! Board Meetings | Should Climbers Generalize or Specialize? Board Meetings | The Pros and Cons of Grade Pyramids vs. Towers Board Meetings | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing Trevor Ragan | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Trevor Ragan | Motor Learning _________________________ 🔌 SUPPORT + CONNECT Help us keep the show sponsor-free when you join our Patreon Community for as little as $3. Get two or more bonus episodes every month on Patreon, Spotify, or Apple. Subscribe to THE CURRENT and get a monthly exploration of how we can all become better climbers. Find Nate on Instagram and YouTube. Find Power Company on Instagram and YouTube. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. _________________________ The Power Company Podcast is a proud founding member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. Find full episode transcripts and more at our website.

Feb 13

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30 min
1 DAY AGO

BOARD MEETINGS | Principle vs. Prescription in Climbing Training

Prompted by the phrase "Common sense isn't always common practice," from Trevor Ragan of Learner Lab, Nate and Kris sat down to discuss five aspects of climbing where they see this holding true. This is the final of those five aspects: principle vs. prescription in climbing training. This episode originally aired on March 23, 2018. _________________________ 🔍 EXPLORE FURTHER You might enjoy these related articles, episodes, and other resources: Kris’s new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13’s, is out now! Dale Wilson | Climbing Performance Metrics Board Meetings | Should Climbers Train Where They Are or Where They Want To Be? Board Meetings | Should Climbers Generalize or Specialize? Board Meetings | The Pros and Cons of Grade Pyramids vs. Towers Board Meetings | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing Trevor Ragan | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Trevor Ragan | Motor Learning _________________________ 🔌 SUPPORT + CONNECT Help us keep the show sponsor-free when you join our Patreon Community for as little as $3. Get two or more bonus episodes every month on Patreon, Spotify, or Apple. Subscribe to THE CURRENT and get a monthly exploration of how we can all become better climbers. Find Nate on Instagram and YouTube. Find Power Company on Instagram and YouTube. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. _________________________ The Power Company Podcast is a proud founding member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. Find full episode transcripts and more at our website.

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41 min
FEB 6

BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Generalize or Specialize?

Prompted by the phrase "Common sense isn't always common practice," from Trevor Ragan of Learner Lab, Nate and Kris sat down to discuss five aspects of climbing where they see this holding true. This is the third of those five aspects: should climbers generalize or specialize? There is a time to grow your skill set, but it can also be appropriate to focus on one aspect of it. But how do we know when to do which? This episode originally aired on March 21, 2018. _________________________ 🔍 EXPLORE FURTHER You might enjoy these related articles, episodes, and other resources: Kris’s new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13’s, is out now! Board Meetings | The Pros and Cons of Grade Pyramids vs. Towers Board Meetings | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing Trevor Ragan | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Trevor Ragan | Motor Learning _________________________ 🔌 SUPPORT + CONNECT Help us keep the show sponsor-free when you join our Patreon Community for as little as $3. Get two or more bonus episodes every month on Patreon, Spotify, or Apple. Subscribe to THE CURRENT and get a monthly exploration of how we can all become better climbers. Find Nate on Instagram and YouTube. Find Power Company on Instagram and YouTube. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. _________________________ The Power Company Podcast is a proud founding member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. Find full episode transcripts and more at our website.

Feb 6

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54 min
JAN 30

BOARD MEETINGS | The Pros and Cons of Building Grade Pyramids vs. Towers

Prompted by the phrase "Common sense isn't always common practice," from Trevor Ragan of Learner Lab, Nate and Kris sat down to discuss five aspects of climbing where they see this holding true. This is the second of those five aspects: the pros and cons of building a grade pyramid vs. a tower. Is one better than the other? When is each appropriate? How might one or the other impact your future climbing? This episode originally aired on March 20, 2018. _________________________ 🔍 EXPLORE FURTHER You might enjoy these related articles, episodes, and other resources: Kris’s new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13’s, is out now! Board Meetings | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing Trevor Ragan | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Trevor Ragan | Motor Learning _________________________ 🔌 SUPPORT + CONNECT Help us keep the show sponsor-free when you join our Patreon Community for as little as $3. Get two or more bonus episodes every month on Patreon, Spotify, or Apple. Subscribe to THE CURRENT and get a monthly exploration of how we can all become better climbers. Find Nate on Instagram and YouTube. Find Power Company on Instagram and YouTube. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. _________________________ The Power Company Podcast is a proud founding member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. Find full episode transcripts and more at our website.

Jan 30

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49 min
JAN 23

BOARD MEETINGS | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing

Prompted by the phrase "Common sense isn't always common practice," from Trevor Ragan of Learner Lab, Nate and Kris sat down to discuss five aspects of climbing where they see this holding true. This is the first of those five aspects: the Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing. So what is it, where does it often happen, and how can we make sure we are getting the right thing – quality or quantity – in our climbing? This episode originally aired on March 19, 2018. _________________________ 🔍 EXPLORE FURTHER You might enjoy these related articles, episodes, and other resources: Kris’s new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13’s, is out now! Trevor Ragan | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Trevor Ragan | Motor Learning _________________________ 🔌 SUPPORT + CONNECT Help us keep the show sponsor-free when you join our Patreon Community for as little as $3. Get two or more bonus episodes every month on Patreon, Spotify, or Apple. Subscribe to THE CURRENT and get a monthly exploration of how we can all become better climbers. Find Nate on Instagram and YouTube. Find Power Company on Instagram and YouTube. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. _________________________ The Power Company Podcast is a proud founding member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. Find full episode transcripts and more at our website.

Jan 23

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42 min
FEB 11 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 1: Coach vs. Trainer and What is Good?

This is a big question that I've been pondering for 5 years or more now, and Nate and I are digging in for a series of episodes trying to come to some sort of answer.

Feb 11

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1h 16m
4 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 2: What Coaching Experience Do They Have?

In part 2 we explore the question and sometimes catch-22 of coaching experience that a climbing coach should have. What it should be, how to get it, and how to decide what's right for you as the athlete.

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58 min
JAN 16

Jibé Tribout and Arnould T'Kint | The Birth of Sport Climbing as We Know It

Kris sits down in Wyoming with two absolute legends from the 80’s, Jibé Tribout and Arnould T’Kint, to talk about Patrick Edlinger and the birth of sport climbing as we know it. Belgian climbing legend Arnould T’Kint did the third 8a in the world, and the first outside of the US, as well as reportedly being the first to onsight 8a. Jibé Tribout is a French and world climbing legend who, through the 80’s and 90’s, was always at the leading edge of difficulty, from 13a to 14c. They discuss: Pushing grades in the 80's. The origins of free-climbing as a pursuit. The rivalry between Tribout and Patrick Edlinger. The scene at Buoux and Verdon in the 80's. The benefits of friendly competition at the crag. The first actual comps. Tribout playing the villain. Check out more here! Join the Secret Stoners Club for FREE. ---------------------------------- Season Two is generously supported by Rab. Written in Stone is co-created with Power Company Climbing.

Jan 16

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1h 8m
JAN 21 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

BOARD MEETINGS | Undervalued Climbing Skills You Might Be Missing

Climbing well requires a wide variety of skills. So many that it's easy to overlook skills that ultimately make a big difference. In this episode, Kris and Nate discuss a few of the top skills that, if you aren't paying attention to them, might be holding you back.

Jan 21

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53 min
12/17/2024

Climbing 100 5.13's, My New Book, and Goals About Goals

An update on where we've been, where we're going, and my new book, Adapt: Lessons Learned Climbing 100 5.13's. Check out the new book!

12/17/2024

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13 min

A Climber’s Podcast | Hosts Kris Hampton and Nate Drolet have in-depth conversations with climbers, coaches, and other experts about how to become better climbers physically, mentally, and emotionally. Brought to you by powercompanyclimbing.com.

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BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Train Where They Are or Where They Want To Be?

BOARD MEETINGS | Principle vs. Prescription in Climbing Training

BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Generalize or Specialize?

BOARD MEETINGS | The Pros and Cons of Building Grade Pyramids vs. Towers

BOARD MEETINGS | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 1: Coach vs. Trainer and What is Good?

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 2: What Coaching Experience Do They Have?

Jibé Tribout and Arnould T'Kint | The Birth of Sport Climbing as We Know It

BOARD MEETINGS | Undervalued Climbing Skills You Might Be Missing

Climbing 100 5.13's, My New Book, and Goals About Goals

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Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 1: Coach vs. Trainer and What is Good?

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BOARD MEETINGS | Undervalued Climbing Skills You Might Be Missing

BOARD MEETINGS | When Good Tactics Make You a Worse Climber

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BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Train Where They Are or Where They Want To Be?

BOARD MEETINGS | Principle vs. Prescription in Climbing Training

BOARD MEETINGS | Should Climbers Generalize or Specialize?

BOARD MEETINGS | The Pros and Cons of Building Grade Pyramids vs. Towers

BOARD MEETINGS | The Quality vs. Quantity Conundrum in Climbing

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 1: Coach vs. Trainer and What is Good?

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 2: What Coaching Experience Do They Have?

Jibé Tribout and Arnould T'Kint | The Birth of Sport Climbing as We Know It

BOARD MEETINGS | Undervalued Climbing Skills You Might Be Missing

Climbing 100 5.13's, My New Book, and Goals About Goals

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Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 1: Coach vs. Trainer and What is Good?

Do Coaches Need To Be Good Climbers PT 2: What Coaching Experience Do They Have?

BOARD MEETINGS | Undervalued Climbing Skills You Might Be Missing

BOARD MEETINGS | When Good Tactics Make You a Worse Climber

BOARD MEETINGS | Climbing Training and Performance Aspects that Get Better with Age

What We Can Learn From Nathaniel Coleman's No One Mourns The Wicked

Hard Things that are Worth the Investment

BOARD MEETINGS | Consistency Isn't What You Think It Is

How to Better Remember Beta

Experience Doesn't Always Equal Expertise

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