The Struggle Climbing Show

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Anna Hazelnutt is back with another Crag Chat packed with laughs, musings, updates, struggles, beta, and whatever else is on our minds, including:

The ups and downs of a climbing injury

Training legs and core

The rad climbing scene in Colombia

Surprise guest and Canadian Crusher, Connor Runge

Training while on a long climbing trip

Connor's coaching style

Pros and cons of dating a climber

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THIS EPISODE IS SUPPORTED BY:

Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up boards. I’m training on the Homewall Full Ride, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free gift pack let’s goooo!

 

Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.

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To work with Connor as a coach, hit him up at Project Direct: https://www.projectdirectcoaching.com/connorrunge

 

Check out Anna’s latest videos on her YT channel: youtube.com/@annahazelnutt 

 

Check out The Struggle’s latest videos at: youtube.com/@thestruggleclimbingshow 

 

Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and @annahazelnutt 

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

 

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

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Elite climber, Tim Emmett, explores:

The moments surrounding the send of Era Vella (9a)

Dealing with relentless failure

Overcoming countless injuries and setbacks

8 years of effort and commitment

Being his fittest and strongest at age 51

The invisible costs of taking on a huge project 

The training breakthrough prescribed by Neil Gresham

Having a total emotional breakdown 

The diet change that changed everything

Letting go of the outcome 

Skills over strength

Here's Tim's emotional video just after sending the proj: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRH5YN4CEa0/

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up boards. I’m training on the Homewall Full Ride, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free gift pack let’s goooo!

PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Train harder, recover faster, and feel better than ever. I love all their stuff! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.

Rúngne: Soft threads and high performing chalk! Use Code STRUGGLE for 10% Off Bags, Buckets, Chalk & Apparel from Rúngne! Rungne.com

 

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

 

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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:14 Interview with Tim Emmett Begins
04:01 Tim's Emotional Journey and Achievements
08:25 Challenges and Family Sacrifices
13:05 Mental and Physical Preparation
28:10 Training and Nutrition Insights
35:36 Injury and Diet Impact
36:09 Performance Eating vs. General Diet
39:13 Balancing Happiness and Discipline
40:51 Winter Climbing and Training Goals
42:38 PhysiVantage Sponsorship
44:07 The Struggle Patreon Community
45:38 Reflecting on Personal Climbing Achievements
47:09 The Journey to Climbing Success
01:02:19 Listener Questions and Final Thoughts
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Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow

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The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great. 

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And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join The Struggle’s Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available! 

https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

Coach Kevin Cuckovich from Kilter joins to discuss:

Results from my Kilter reassessment

Improvements in strength and movement

Struggles in beta and commitment 

Plans for doubling my hold set

Going steeper and harder next block

V8+ projecting schedule 

Should I set a replica?

Off-the-wall conditioning plan

 

Here's the first assessment episode with Kevin

Here's the 90-90 stretch

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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter. So mega! 

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.

ForceBoard: A better way to train fingers. Portable, accurate, and created to train finger strength and endurance exactly how YOU need it. Score $10 off and support the show by using code STRUGGLE10 at checkout. 

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections
00:39 Holiday Season and Personal Life
01:45 Training Recap with Coach Kevin Kovich
02:44 Assessment and Progress Evaluation
03:04 Outdoor Climbing and Future Goals
03:54 Training Insights and Techniques
05:18 Assessment Challenges and Mindset
08:22 Footwork and Technique Improvements
18:16 Mental Approach to Climbing
27:21 Product Endorsements and Personal Insights
33:56 Reflecting on the First Training Block
34:29 Upcoming Changes and New Holds
34:51 Programming and Projecting Strategy
35:55 Training Angles and Volume
36:36 Project Day Structure
39:37 Adjustable Board Benefits
43:11 Outdoor Projecting Insights
44:35 Programming for Specific Projects
57:49 Conditioning and Strength Training
59:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

 

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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow 

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join The Struggle’s Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available! 

https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

In this Pro Clinic, Dr. Tyler Nelson digs into recent scientific studies to explore:

What 'masters athletes' can do to maintain or build strength

Why losing strength with age is not inevitable

How to maintain strong tendons with age

How to get strong without getting big 

What younger climbers can do to prep for their older years

Specific protocols for strength, power, and hypertrophy

Sets and reps schemes for a 5-day program

How to keep strength and power up during a climbing season

The fallacy of fatigue 

Large vs small muscle group programming

When to focus on power vs strength in season

Winter programming

Should we lift before or after climbing?

How to build power as part of a climbing warmup 

Hang board protocols for strength and health 

Nutrition, supplements, and sleep guidelines for aging athletes

 

HERE is a fantastic article Tyler wrote about the subject, to support what was covered in this interview

 

Other episodes about strength and power to check out:

Dr. Tyler Nelson on Finger Strength

Dr. Tyler Nelson on Power

Dr. Tyler Nelson Q&A 

Dr. Natasha Barnes on Strength Training

Colin and Jesse of C4HP on Strength Training

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Gain instant access to the FULL Pro Clinic by supporting the show as a Patron (you can even check it out for FREE with a 7-day trial):

https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Introduction: Stronger at 43
00:27 Welcome to the Struggle Climbing Show
00:38 Defying Aging: Science and Strength
02:09 Understanding Aging Athletes
02:32 Specific Training Programs for Older Climbers
18:46 The Importance of Tendon Health
25:59 Programming for Aging Athletes
26:21 Conclusion and Membership Information
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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow 

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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The struggle makes us stronger! Let's get out there and try hard. Thanks for supporting the show, y'all. 

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And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join The Struggle’s Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available! 

https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

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In this episode, pro climber Ethan Pringle explores:

Dealing with discomfort

Releasing mental baggage

Struggling with self-image

Prioritizing outdoor climbing over indoor training 

What he and Sharma have in common

Going back for unfinished business 

Goals for Meltdown and La Rambla

The benefit of discovering “tired beta”

What the best boulderers do  

There’s always better beta. Always. 

A sport climber's mentality for bouldering 

Managing risk and fear on scary boulders

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.

ForceBoard: A better way to train fingers. Portable, accurate, and created to train finger strength and endurance exactly how YOU need it. Score $10 off and support the show by using code STRUGGLE10 at checkout.

Rúngne: Soft threads and high performing chalk! Use Code STRUGGLE for 10% Off Bags, Buckets, Chalk & Apparel from Rúngne! Rungne.com

Nature Climbing: Beautifully crafted lifting edges and hangboards that feature real granite edges for improved texture and skin conditioning. Sustainably crafted works of art, I love them so much! Get 20% off everything at natureclimbing.com using code STRUGGLE. 

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

 

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Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega.

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Introduction

01:26 Ethan Pringle's Climbing Achievements

02:49 Deep Dive into Climbing Philosophy

04:25 Interview Begins: Ethan's Background and Struggles

12:03 Mindset and Emotional Challenges in Climbing

56:09 Unlocking Beta: The Key to Climbing Success

57:42 The Philosophy of Constant Refinement

01:00:23 Creative Solutions and Beta Breakthroughs

01:03:37 The Importance of Strategy and Tactics

01:19:11 Managing Fear and Mental Barriers in Climbing

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Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow

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The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.

-

This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

-

The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great. 

-

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!