“Mastery lies not in the capturing of a summit, but in a oneness with each detail of the experience.”
— John Gill, bouldering legend
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Mental training is often overlooked as the most powerful way to take our ability as climbers - and humans - to the next level. That’s why we’re on a mission to elevate ideas and resources at the intersection of climbing and personal growth. On this blog you’ll find our favorite beta about everything from brain training and life coaching to holistic wellness and yoga - all for climbers.
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Thought patterns that hold climbers back
Most rock climbers hold themselves back by not training their minds. There are many facets of mental training for climbing, from motor pattern brain training to increasing self-awareness. But the most straightforward way to start training our minds for climbing is to develop an awareness of our thought patterns.
Let’s look at five limiting thought patterns that hold most climbers back. As you read, consider: Which of these thoughts does your brain like the most? To what effect?