Why My Arms Hurt While Others Keep Going

I used to wonder: why after two hours my arms feel like they’ll give out, while others climb for four or five? It wasn’t just strength. Turns out, as a beginner, I relied way too much on my arms and barely used my legs. I’d heard “don’t overuse your arms,” but didn’t know how to change that. One simple idea helped: bending my knees to bring my body closer to the wall. Suddenly, my legs weren’t just there—they started carrying me. Instead of hanging away from the wall, I learned to lean in, shifting my weight, pushing outward with my feet for better balance. That fourth climb felt different. My arms still tired, but my legs finally ached too—proof I was doing something right. It felt like becoming a cheetah, using every part of my body to move smarter, not just harder. What’s one technique that changed your climbing game? #sport #climbing #climbingtechnique