Training Journal: 5/27/19 – 6/3/19
Weekly account of activities and exercises I did in pursuit of mountain climbing. Continue reading Training Journal: 5/27/19 – 6/3/19
Tag: Climbing
7 Surprising Lessons from My First Climbing Trip “on Assignment”
Lessons learned, but mostly the mishaps, from my first climbing trip “on assignment.” Continue reading 7 Surprising Lessons from My First Climbing Trip “on Assignment”
Training Journal: 5/20/19 – 5/26/19
Weekly account of activities and exercises I did in pursuit of mountain climbing. Continue reading Training Journal: 5/20/19 – 5/26/19
Thoughts on Sport Climbing: Too Many These Days
“The most valuable thoughts which I entertain are anything but what I thought. Nature abhors a vacuum, and if I can only walk with sufficient carelessness I am sure to be filled.” – Thoreau “You’re gonna fall…” Stop. Breathe. “You’re 31, what are you going to…” Breathe. “She’s probably out enj…” Fuck. “Kids??… Plans?… Your leg … Continue reading Thoughts on Sport Climbing: Too Many These Days
Training Journal: 5/13/19 – 5/19/19
Weekly account of activities and exercises I did in pursuit of mountain climbing. Continue reading Training Journal: 5/13/19 – 5/19/19
The Upshot of Migraines: How Juliane Fritz Found Relief in Bouldering and Podcasting
For Juliane, bouldering has helped alter her perspective on work, life, and her relationship to herself. “You can learn so much about yourself, the mental aspect, your body,” she says. But most importantly, “You can just be free and have fun.” Continue reading The Upshot of Migraines: How Juliane Fritz Found Relief in Bouldering and Podcasting
Training Journal: 5/6/19 – 5/12/19
Weekly account of activities and exercises I did in pursuit of mountain climbing. Continue reading Training Journal: 5/6/19 – 5/12/19
The Wall, Ukraine’s Most Modern Climbing Gym in Lviv
In 2015, Stanislav “Stas” Kleshnov took his place on the podium, waved to the crowd, and walked away from competition climbing as the Ukrainian champion. For 25 years, this had been his life. The competitive spirit is marked in his sharp-features and stern look, which cracks with an occasional smirk or glint in his eye. His … Continue reading The Wall, Ukraine’s Most Modern Climbing Gym in Lviv
Training Journal: 4/29/19 – 5/5/19
Weekly account of activities and exercises I did in pursuit of mountain climbing. Continue reading Training Journal: 4/29/19 – 5/5/19
Shh! Climbing Under the Radar: 10 Lesser Known Crags You’ll Want to Go Climb Now
Ya, ya. We all know about Fountainbleau, Frankenjura, RRG and the likes, but there are plenty of climbing areas that have a ton to offer without the hype and the crowds. This here (hear ye, hear ye!) is a call to celebrate the lesser knowns, the under the radars, and the off the beaten tracks. … Continue reading Shh! Climbing Under the Radar: 10 Lesser Known Crags You’ll Want to Go Climb Now
Aaron Gerry 