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Synopsis
Indoor climbing on artificial walls is the fastest-growing segment of the sport of rock climbing. With a wide variety of climbing challenges and the safety of a controlled indoor setting, the climbing gym is the perfect place for beginning climbers to develop their skills. In this comprehensive manual, veteran rock climber and climbing author Eric Horst presents a complete course in climbing equipment and safety gear, basic climbing skills and drills, more advanced technique, lead climbing, mental training and fear management, and physical conditioning.
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About the Author
Eric Horst has been climbing for nearly thirty years. He is the author of Rock Climbing Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, Training for Climbing, and How to Climb 5.12. He lives with his wife Lisa Ann and their two sons, Cameron and Jonathan, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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The essential handbook for every beginner, Learning to Climb Indoors is the most complete book available on indoor climbing.
Veteran climber, performance coach, and renowned author Eric J. Hörst gives you all the information you need to get started and have fun. From what to expect on your first visit to a climbing gym to in-depth instruction on climbing techniques, tactics, and strategy, this guide will take you through your first few days?and years?as a climber.
Hörst covers basic gear, fundamental safety techniques, and the importance of personal one-on-one instruction at the gym. Chapters on mental control, physical conditioning, and self-assessment round out the training. And as you progress, advice on advanced techniques and tactics will help you conquer the steepest walls. Hörst concludes by revealing the secrets to climbing your best and achieving excellence?both on and off the rock wall.
Veteran climber, performance coach, and renowned author Eric J. Hörst gives you all the information you need to get started and have fun. From what to expect on your first visit to a climbing gym to in-depth instruction on climbing techniques, tactics, and strategy, this guide will take you through your first few days?and years?as a climber.
Hörst covers basic gear, fundamental safety techniques, and the importance of personal one-on-one instruction at the gym. Chapters on mental control, physical conditioning, and self-assessment round out the training. And as you progress, advice on advanced techniques and tactics will help you conquer the steepest walls. Hörst concludes by revealing the secrets to climbing your best and achieving excellence?both on and off the rock wall.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. The essential handbook for every beginner, Learning to Climb Indoors is the most complete book available on indoor climbing--now revised and in its third edition Veteran climber, performance coach, and renowned author Eric J. H rst gives you all the information you need to get started and have fun. From what to expect on your first visit to a climbing gym to in-depth instruction on climbing techniques, tactics, strategy, and taking your indoor climbing skills outside, this guide will take you through your first few days--and years--as a climber. H rst covers basic gear, fundamental safety techniques, and the importance of personal one-on-one instruction at the gym. Chapters on mental control, physical conditioning, and self-assessment round out the training. And as you progress, advice on advanced techniques and tactics will help you conquer the steepest walls. This revised and fully updated edition includes a new section on youth climbing as well as more information on taking your indoor-climbing skills outside onto real rock. Full color photos round out the package to make Learning to Climb Indoors an indispensable resource for new climbers. Seller Inventory # CIN0762739851G