Plug Tone Audio | The Average Climber Podcast

The Average Climber Podcast

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A podcast for the average rock climber presenting training and nutrition advice with healthy side of FUN. Hosted by Coach and Trainer, Lauren Abernathy and Certified Nutrition Specialist, Caitlin Holmes. Come to learn, stay for the antics. You‘re in for a good time.

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Apr 2, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 8: Cool your jets, posture police! Healing climbing injuries with Kimmy Wiley and Drake Griggs 28.04.2022

On today's episode we get the real deal on injuries in climbing with Doctors of Physical Therapy, Kimmy Wiley and Drake Griggs. From posture to training through your injuries, Kimmy and Drake give you what you need to know to manage a climbing injury and come back ready to crush. You can find Drake and Kimmy on their website, peak-rehab.com or over on instagram @peakpursuitrehab. Peak Pursuit offe...

Episode 7.5: Apricots, dragons and some other $hit, taste testing ”healthy” alcohol 26.04.2022

On this episode we're helping you sort out your alcohol choices by answering a big question... are "athletic" or "healthy" alcohols THAT much better than their standard counterparts? And can the taste really compare?  Sit back and listen as we taste test all the "healthy" stuff we found in the store. We'll be sure to tell you what's what.  Enjoying episodes like this? Want these extra tidbits and...

Episode 7: Don’t Drink Everclear, how alcohol impacts training and performance 14.04.2022

On this episode we break down the impacts of alcohol on our athletic pursuits.... and we tell you how to mitigate the effects of alcohol on your climbing efforts (if you planned on cracking a beer anyway). Speaking of how what we consume impacts our performance.... Are you looking for help with your nutrition? Caitlin has your back with 1:1 nutrition coaching. Need to see if nutrition coaching is...

Episode 6: PLASTIC AIN’T ROCK, our top 8 tips for transitioning into outdoor climbing season. 31.03.2022

On this episode, the gals sit down to talk you through the ins and outs of transitioning back into outdoor climbing if you've been hanging around the gym for a while. If you want to get your climbing season started on the right foot, you've come to the right place. And if you found this episode valuable, this is just the tip of the iceburg. You're going to LOVE what's waiting for you inside of Cam...

Episode 5: Special Average Snowflakes, adventures in individualized nutrition 17.03.2022

On today's episode Lauren sits down with Caitlin for some good 'ole fashioned nutrition coaching. The gals discuss the importance of breakfast, eating for big days outside, and how to shift nutrition strategy when starting a training plan.   And the inner workings of the mafia, naturally. Want some nutrition coaching for YOUR individual, snowflake-like needs? Caitlin has your back. Click here to b...

Episode 4: Rude Myths, top 10 training & nutrition fallacies that need to go extinct 03.03.2022

In these week's episode, we're busting myths and taking names. From the depths of uninformed nutrition to the wild extrapolations climbers make about their training, we are burning it all down with the sweet flames of facts and science. Oh yeah, and we found a way to work Avril Lavigne into this one too. Strap in and get ready for some major debunking. And speaking of training.... Want to learn mo...

Episode 3: Sturdy Ice Cream & Dismantling Diet Culture 17.02.2022

On this week's episode of The Average Climber Podcast, we excavate the sweet little lies we've all been fed for years - neigh, decades about food and nutrition. Whether you categorize foods as “good” vs. “bad” or feel downright guilty about some of your food choices, we are right there with you!   Join us as we ditch diet culture and set the record straight.   TW: This episode briefly discusses di...

Episode 2: Basics B*tch,The Fundamentals of Climbing Training You Need to Understand 03.02.2022

On this week's episode of The Average Climber Podcast, we're putting the FUN in fundamentals. Join us as we walk you through the basics of climbing training - and stop for a quick detour to the Wild, Wild West.   Get ready to learn about exercise science, and have a couple of chuckles along the way.   Additionally, we are excited to let you know that our signature group program, Breakthrough, is o...

Episode 1: KISS KISS BANG BANG, our top 10 ways to simplify your training and nutrition 20.01.2022

In our first full length episode, we are putting our collective noggins together to bring you our top tips for simplifying and streamlining both your training and your nutrition. Making things complicated is easy. Making things simple and effective? Much more difficult. But don't worry, we've got your back.  Strap in and get ready for a highly actionable episode.  And if you got value out of this,...

Episode 0: An Above Average Introduction 16.12.2021

Welcome to our inaugural episode. For this one, we're keeping things short and sweet, discussing: what an average climber is who this podcast is for why we're making this podcast in the first place It's only the beginning, folks. Get excited for what is to come. The Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Network

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