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Climbing Got Me Into Running, Yoga, and… Skateboarding??

I started climbing ten years ago. Aside from two neck injuries and a whole lot of physical therapy, I’ve stuck with it. Now I run, I stretch, I lift. I even got into yoga—first for flexibility, then for breathing, then because it weirdly made me smarter on the wall. During lockdown, I picked up a skateboard. I sucked, obviously. But now I know where my center is. Turns out cross-training isn’t extra. It’s part of staying. #sport #climbing #stayinthegame

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How I Actually Got a Little Better at Climbing

Been climbing a while but mostly sticking to what I know. Then, about a year ago, I decided to try getting better. Last six months, feels like I’m actually improving—endurance up, moves smoother, and I’m not as tired halfway up the wall. I used to skip warm-ups—now I don’t, because honestly, less sore and fewer injuries. I started doing simple hand and foot switches on tiny holds before climbing. It’s boring but works. Also added pull-ups and core stuff. Not perfect, but on overhangs, I can really feel my core helping. Routes used to scare me—heights, flying off—but doing more helped build stamina and chill me out. Turns out, it makes bouldering easier too. And yeah, I used to hate thinking about moves. Just wanted to climb and get it done. Now, I watch the route, figure out where I messed up, and try something new next time. Feels better. That’s my story. Maybe it helps if you’re stuck too. #sport #climbing #keepclimbing

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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

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My Forever Climbing Shoes—A Love Story

Started climbing in August 2022. Shoe size: 37 for sneakers, 36 flats. Mostly indoor bouldering, sometimes outdoor. I’m all about climbing happy, no foot torture here. Tried quite a few shoes before finding my “one and only”: Evolv Shaman. 1️⃣ Scarpa Instinct VS 36 (Green) Bought way too small, thanks to my pushy coach. Looked good but hurt like hell. Wearing those was pure pain. Wore them on and off for a year before finally giving up. 2️⃣ Evolv Kronos 38 (Black) Switched to this comfy training shoe next. Perfect fit, felt like slippers. Could climb all day without wanting to take them off. Balanced for indoor and outdoor. 3️⃣ Scarpa Drago LV 37 (White) My dream shoe for a while. Super soft and easy to break in, great for indoor climbs. Still, it hurt my toes and bruised my instep after long wear. Holding on, hoping to break them in more. 4️⃣ Evolv Shaman LV 38 (Pink) Found these by chance in March. Felt like they were made for me. Stiff but comfy, love bump at the toe gives awesome support. Solid on tiny holds, heel fits snug. Perfect for indoor or outdoor climbs. Moral? Try lots of shoes. Hope you find your perfect match soon! #sport #climbing #climbingshoes

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Inside 6 West Coast Movement Gyms 🧗

Hit Movement gyms in North America—here’s West Coast first. Santa Clara? Packed and sweaty, AC once died for a whole summer. Sunnyvale’s got better lines, but you’ll freeze at night. SF has a top-out rope wall under the Golden Gate—pretty wild. Belmont is chill, Portland has a real slide, Fountain Valley’s walls are… festive. Just noting things down before I forget. #sport #climbing #justsharing

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6 Months In. I’m Finally Scared.

I used to be reckless—cuts, scrapes, bruises, I climbed through all of them. I chased every top like it owed me something. Even when my arms stopped working, I kept going. Last week I slipped off a V2. Same leg, same spot I cracked open months ago. This time it split, bled, got infected. I limped for days. Today the wound scabbed. I went back. But standing under the wall, something shifted. My hands shook. I backed off three easy lines. I didn’t want to admit it. But I think I’m finally afraid. #sport #climbing #fearonthewall

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Not Everyone Is a “Tech Climber”

Lately I’ve met a few climbers who all say they’re “technical, not strong.” Like… just because you’re not powerful doesn’t automatically mean you’re technical. Real tech climbers? They move clean. They don’t pop off holds. They don’t flail through every move. But some folks—can’t hang a toe hook, always cut feet, campus everything—and still go “yeah I’m more about technique.” Come on. Maybe you’re not tall. Maybe you’re not strong. Sure. But when was the last time you said “my technique sucks”? That’s the one thing you can actually improve fast, if you’re willing. It’s okay to climb bad. But at least be honest with yourself. If you don’t wanna drill the basics, that’s fine too. Just… maybe don’t call it “tech climbing.” Leave that for the people who actually put in the work. #sport #climbing #justsharing

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They made it look easy. I nearly tore my shoulder.

Saw a viral reel of a girl heel-hooking through a roof. I thought, “I can try that too.” I couldn’t. I slipped, slammed into the mat, and lay there embarrassed, shoulder buzzing. No one filmed that part. Turns out, she’s been climbing 8 years. I’ve been climbing 3 months. Now I skip the flash and stay with the basics. It’s less sexy, but I go home in one piece. #sport #climbing #realitycheck

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Why Climbing Feels Like a Sport Full of Philosophy

Alright, real talk: climbing isn’t some fancy Instagram highlight. It’s sweat, falls, and way more “oops” moments than you want to admit. Here’s the raw truth you gotta know before you freak out. 1. You’re gonna fall. A lot. Miss a hold? Fall. Scared? Fall. That’s just climbing saying, “Welcome to the club.” Falling ain’t failing — it’s part of the fun (sorta). 2. Copycat moves? Nah, find your own vibe. Your buddy’s moves might look cool, but your body’s got its own rules. Big arms, tiny legs, whatever — figure out what works for you. No cheat codes here! 3. Chaos is guaranteed. Stay chill. One minute you’re soaring, next minute you’re flailing. Keep your balance, tighten that core, and don’t turn into a human ragdoll. 4. Falling sucks, but quitting sucks worse. Everyone wipes out. Don’t be the quitter whining on the floor. Brush it off, shake it off, climb on. 5. Wanna win? You gotta want it like crazy. “Eh, I can’t” is easy to say. “Hell yeah, I got this” is the game-changer. Keep trying, or stay stuck watching from the ground. So… ready to embarrass yourself in front of strangers? Let’s gooo! #sport #climbing #ClimbingJourney

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Funny English Fail at the Climbing Gym 😅

I was climbing with a friend at the gym, mostly on jug holds because, well, I’m pretty new. My palms got all ripped up. So I thought, “Hey, let’s try some crimping on the top rope to work on finger strength.” But suddenly I blanked on how to say “crimp” in English. So I ended up saying, “How about we go to the other side of the wall and do some finger stuff?” My friend burst out laughing. And there I was, just a clueless girl, silently dying inside. 🙂🙂🙂🙂 Want it even funnier or more casual? Just let me know! #sport #climbing #climbinggym

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