The Strong AF Climbing Podcast

In this episode, we'll be discussing various strategies for warming up for your strength training session. Plus, we'll touch on the importance of using RPE (Rating of Perceived Exertion) to accurately gauge your effort level and adjust your training accordingly. So get ready to get warmed up and let's dive in! RPE calculator Follow me on Instagram Join the Foundational Strength Program...

Autoregulation is a game-changer when it comes to achieving optimal results in your workouts. It involves dynamically adjusting your training intensity based on your performance, rather than sticking to a rigid plan. By using a subjective rating scale, known as the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE), you can select the appropriate training load to maximize your gains. But why is autoregulation so...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of programming for strength training, specifically tailored for climbers. Our host, Dr. Natasha Barnes, will take us through a narrative review that focuses on designing a time-efficient training program for climbers without sacrificing valuable climbing practice. With the recognition that lack of time is a common barrier to effective strength tr...

Powerlifting competition recap. We talk about: What powerlifting is How a powerlifting competition works My training for the powerlifting competition How the competition went for me This probably won't be the MOST listened to episode but it was requested but listeners. Skip this one if you don't care about powerlifting. Next week we have an episode on strength training programming dropping...

In this episode we’re going to talk about: 3 Reason climbers should strength train Why you can’t just climb to get strong Strength standards for climbers How much strength training climbers should do Strength training as superior, dose-dependent and safe prevention of acute and overuse sports injuries: a systematic review, qualitative analysis and meta-analysis  The association of resistance train...

Introducing the STRONG AF Climbing Podcast with your host Dr. Natasha Barnes. A podcast for climbers about managing injuries, getting stronger, and becoming more resilient! In this episode, we talk about what the podcast is going to be about, schedule for the podcast, format, and what else you can expect from this podcast. Mentioned in this podcast: Tom Herbert Kiley (Ky) Burnett The Struggle Clim...