The Fall That Taught Me Respect

I remember watching the Olympic qualifiers and reading some comments like “How did she get in without the right height?” It stung. Climbing isn’t just about body standards. It’s so much more than that. Before climbing, I was never athletic—just a spectator who said “wow” and “awesome” from the sidelines. Then I saw Jain Kim’s runs, how her moves flow, how her mind and body sync. That moment changed everything for me. Now, every little adjustment—switching a foot, shifting a knee—feels like a small victory. Climbing gives us all a fair shot, no matter the size or gender. Respect goes both ways, on and off the wall. #sport #climbing #respectonthewall