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In this episode, Coach Nate Drolet consults with me on my bouldering goals and beyond, including:
The importance of building a pyramid as a sport climber
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In this episode, Coach Nate Drolet consults with me on my bouldering goals and beyond, including:
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The importance of building a pyramid as a sport climber
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The benefit of a developed endurance system even if you’re a pure boulderer
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My test metrics and what they mean for my training plan and goals
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How to improve one's bouldering grade without getting stronger
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The diff between a sport climber who boulders, and a boulderer
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How to try really hard every single go
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How to craft gym bouldering sessions
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Filming ‘baseline’ boulder problems to gauge progress
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The value of lighting up improbable problems and grades
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The "7 Try" rule
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Route selection
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Training legs for bouldering
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