I’ve never enjoyed walking into a gym. Growing up as a fat kid, I have enough traumatic memories around exercise to fill several therapy sessions. On top of the shame I had around my body, I also have ...

We talk traditional rock climbing (i.e. “trad climbing”) with Mark Smiley and Vikki Weldon at the Arc’teryx Climbing Academy. The term “Traditional” rock climbing (or as many often refer to as “Trad”) ...

Rock climbing is a total-body workout that engages multiple muscle groups and helps to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. When you climb, you use your arms, legs, core, and back muscles to ...

Climbing harder is not just about getting stronger. It is about understanding movement, positioning, and how to use your body ...

This year could be the year you lead Severe! Whether you’ve been stuck at VDiff for a while or you’re preparing for Mountain Training’s Rock Climbing Instructor qualification, let's find out how to ...

If you've ever watched kids scramble up a climbing wall or rock face like tiny pros and felt a bit jealous, don't: They have special built-in advantages.