
Explore the fundamentals of rock climbing in rock climbing 101, learning how to rock and climb from A to Z to become the best climber you can be.
Explore the spirit of climbing, from its mental puzzles and route-reading to building a trusted community, etiquette, and the responsibility of guiding newcomers outdoors safely.
Learn climbing styles from bouldering to free solo, including top rope, sport, trad, crack, and ice climbing, and essential gear—shoes, chalk, crash pads, ropes, harnesses, nuts, cams, and ice screws.
Master belay safety, knot tying, and efficient climbing technique by using legs, precise footwork, hip position, and controlled dynamic moves to stay on the wall.
Engage in tendon-friendly, gradual training through climbing with a strong emphasis on warmups and injury prevention. Combine finger and overall strength with endurance work to develop a well-rounded climber.
Learn injury prevention for climbers by identifying common injuries to fingers, shoulders, and tendons, and apply warm ups, cool downs, stretching, and balanced opposing muscles.
Practice polite climbing etiquette by avoiding beta sprays and respecting first-come, first-served zones. Leave no trace, stay on trails, respect wildlife, and keep groups small to ensure safe, enjoyable climbs.
Transition from gym to outdoors to embrace adventure, view, and fresh air. Prepare with a partner, assess rock types, plan approaches, and manage rope safety.
Explore the ABCs of climbing index, detailing terms like edging, heel hook, Gastón, flash, redpoint, quickdraw, and whipper. Learn how grip quality, protection, and body positioning shape safe ascent.
In recent years, there has been a huge influx of interest in climbing. Climbing gyms are popping up all over the place, and new climbers are taking to the outdoors, but there aren’t enough old timers to pass on all of the necessary knowledge that comes with taking on such a sport.
There is more to climbing than just going up a rock. Once you join the sport, you become part of a community, a family, and there are certain unwritten rules that should be adhered to. You wouldn’t want to give your new community bad name, just because you didn’t want to take the time to learn the ropes (pun intended).
Climbing isn’t about muscling your way up the wall. There are techniques you can learn that will make you more efficient and a better climber. In this audiobook, you will learn the fundamentals of climbing and what makes you a better climber.
If you were to take one message out of this book, it is that there is a difference between being a better climber and a stronger climber. You want to be a better climber. Strength comes after.ward. Employ the basics in this book and build a solid foundation of skill. Start slow to avoid any injuries. Be patient. And most importantly have fun!
About the Expert
Brigitte has been competitive athlete since a very young age, and in those years, she learned how imperative it is to allow the body to adapt to each sport. In college, she competed in water polo, swimming and was on the NCAA division 2 women’s crew team at University of California San Diego.
Having a strong foundation is key in any sport, and climbing is no different. Brigitte has been climbing for about 10 years. Throughout her climbing career, she was fortunate enough to have amazing mentors and experienced climbers pass their invaluable knowledge down to her, and she wants to do her part in passing it all to you.