The Struggle Climbing Show

Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber.

https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

Ari Grode and Rob Liberatore from The Ground Up podcast (along with special guest Chris Kalous) share pro insights from Horseshoe Hell:

What is Horseshoe Hell

12, 24, and 36 hours of Hell

Why aren't there more injries

How to qualify in different areas

Biggest mistakes noobs make at Hell

What Chris and I need to do to survive 

Pro tactics to save skin, energy, and sanity

What to expect before, during, and after the event

The most important thing: choosing the right costume

 

Check out The Ground Up Podcast wherever you get your pods, and follow their adventures on IG https://www.instagram.com/listentogroundup/

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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.

Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com 

Rhino Skin Solutions: Take care of your skin, send harder! Amazing skin care products crafted specifically for climbers, whether you’re pulling hard indoors or out. Use code STRUGGLE to score a whopping 20% off your purchase!

Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program. 

 

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 Why Hell Feels Grim

00:51 Meet The Guests

08:52 Event Basics Explained

10:17 Vibe Costumes And Culture

14:16 Rules Points And Qualifying

18:33 The Ranch Layout And Rock

28:10 Prep Mindset And Goals

33:44 Training Systems And Stashes

38:39 Old Man Strength Training

40:19 Tactics Over Training

41:08 Shoes for 24 Hours

43:58 Prewalk and Partner Sync

46:54 Fast Transitions No Retie

49:43 Safety and Code Words

54:02 Sponsor Break Skin App

57:11 Route Difficulty Strategy

01:02:47 Rack and Permadraw Beta

01:05:49 Lead Swap and Efficiency

01:08:47 Pacing Bonks and Howls

01:10:58 Food Water Caffeine Plan

01:13:51 Food Stash Strategy

01:15:19 Dialed Systems and Ropes

01:16:40 Stashing Timing and Labels

01:18:59 Darkest Hours and Bonks

01:22:31 Night Gear and Headlamps

01:24:59 Logging Routes and Weather

01:26:56 Crowds Etiquette and Waiting

01:29:22 Taping Fingers and Gloves

01:31:21 Support Crew Rules

01:32:52 Final Hour Sprint

01:35:39 Post Finish Recovery Party

01:39:46 Wrap Up Sponsors and Training

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level 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!

Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber.

https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional

 

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $15)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

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Professional filmmaker and climber Jon Glassberg explores:

Documenting the cutting edge of climbing performance

Being with Janja for every attempt on Bibliographie (9b+ / 5.15c)

Dirt bagging days

The evolution of climbing media

What it takes to make it as a climbing photographer / filmmaker

The send footage of Tommy on Meltdown that can’t be shared (yet)

Exploring his incredible films Girl Climber and Strength to Weight

Is Janja capable of 9c/5.15d?

 
Check out Jon's projects and everything Louder than 11 is up to at https://lt11.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/louderthan11/
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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.

Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com 

Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program.

Spire Clip: Built to last, built to work every time. Easily hang and remove draws, clip your rope through a pre-hung draw, and snag your rope for the next climb. Purchase just the head or full rig with the carbon fiber pole and use code STRUGGLE for $10 off.

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

 

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! 

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

00:00 Why Film Struggle

00:26 Meet John Glasberg

03:53 Parenthood And Travel

07:37 Janja And Bibliographie

09:56 Early Climbing Roots

13:28 Dirtbag Year On Road

14:26 Bouldering Breakthrough

18:13 Digital Media Revolution

20:01 Building Louder Than 11

26:18 Creative Hustle Today

27:27 Betting On Stories

33:50 Strength To Weight Origins

35:16 Ethan And Fatherhood

42:06 Sponsor Break And Next Film

46:01 Girl Climber Reflections

47:20 Portaledge Turning Point

51:38 Storytelling Under Pressure

52:57 Chasing Janja Interview

54:28 Why Bibliographie Matters

58:15 Near Misses And Conditions

01:00:47 The Send Day Breakdown

01:03:19 Is This Her Limit

01:07:06 What Makes Janja Great

01:12:51 Future Goals And 9C

01:19:13 Bonus Episode Teaser

01:22:10 Support The Show

01:24:34 Bee Sting Climbing Update

01:27:56 Final Sign Off

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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!

Reflecting on my training, performance, and experimentation for the month, including:

Recap of June/July goals (hits and misses)

Another back injury

Australia struggles and climbing

Nate Drolet's new training plan for me

Exploring the maximum tolerable dose of training

A technique "a-ha moment" on the Treadwall

August goals

Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!

Download Intentional Climber on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock $100 of free coaching plans, plus a secret discount.

Have an awesome month!

Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber.

https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional

 

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $15)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

Father, husband, computer programmer, and weekend warrior Jeff Ash explores:

Climbing in the 80s with Matt Samet

Quitting climbing for 32 years 

Ninja training crossover 

Being more intentional with training 

Focusing on technique

The power of reflection and journaling 

How to avoid gym distractions 

Training indoors for just a few outdoor days

Intuitive eating and forming a healthier relationship with food

Drill work to improve movement

The benefit of “coaching” our friends 

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

SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.

Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com 

 

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 Low Hanging Gains

00:56 Meet Jeff Ashe

09:53 Jeffs Climbing Roots

15:18 Life Break From Climbing

18:01 Return After 32 Years

22:59 Old School Ethics

23:50 Rebuilding At 50 Plus

26:02 Arcteryx Academy Plug

27:15 Shoe Gear Talk

27:43 Scarpa Shoe Picks

29:10 Software Engineer Origins

30:12 Tech Then and Now

32:03 Houston Gym Routine

34:04 Intentional Technique Gains

39:16 Planning Sessions and Drills

43:30 Outdoor Goals and Route Style

50:08 Intuitive Eating Coaching

54:57 Root Causes and Habit Fixes

58:40 Journaling Patterns in Training

01:00:33 Exaggerate Hip Technique

01:02:45 Drills and Coaching Tools

01:04:29 Film Your Sessions

01:07:38 What to Look For

01:12:12 Board Video Comparisons

01:13:24 Train Hard Then Have Fun

01:14:44 Summer Endurance Goals

01:17:10 Community Feedback and App

01:22:02 Jet Lag and Australia Trip

01:25:19 Back Injury and Reset

01:27:01 Training Plan Ahead

01:28:45 Closing Motivation

 

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level 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!

Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber.

https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional

 

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $15)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

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Elite climber, Emil Abrahamsson, is back on the show to discuss:

His journey to sending 9a (5.14d)

Managing a string of mystery injuries

Being told he needed to quit climbing forever

The route Adam Ondra recommended to him

His off-the-wall training to build endurance

Why pull-ups are pointless

Finger training he did to get better at sport climbing

YouTube projects (and struggles)

His secret reality tv project

 
Check out Emil's YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EmilAbrahamsson
 
Join the Fantasy Climbing League: https://fantasyclimbingleague.com/
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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. 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.

Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com

Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program.

 

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

 

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! 

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

00:00 Shoulder Scare Cold Open

00:23 Welcome Back Emil Returns

03:14 Swedish Place Names Banter

03:56 Dad Portrait No Eyebrows

05:35 First 9A Goal Talk

09:50 Injury Streak And Misdiagnosis

13:30 Why We Climb Soul Searching

17:36 Rehab Trench No Pullups

19:35 Straight Arm Board Lessons

29:14 Arco Project Picked With Ondra

31:37 First Sessions Reality Check

34:13 Off Route Endurance Training

39:23 Resting Skills Kneebars Mastery

41:58 Sport Skills Boost Bouldering

43:25 Training Timeline and Shoulder

44:17 Pullups Versus Climbing Skill

46:37 Cardio Base for Climbers

48:15 App Break Intentional Climber

50:17 Finger Training and Hangboard

52:58 Personal Strengths and Superpowers

54:47 Fear of Falling Mindset

57:57 Next Goals and Injury Risk

01:03:59 YouTube Workload and Big Island

01:10:08 Research Projects and Physical 100

01:12:39 Fantasy Climbing League Explained

01:17:43 Wrap Up and Host Training Update

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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!