The Rock Climber's Training Manual
$ 28.95
by Michael L. Anderson PhD & Mark Anderson
The Rock Climber's Training Manual updates and expands on the renowned "Rock Prodigy" training method that has helped climbers around the globe advance through the grades. Whether new to climbing or a seasoned veteran, this book describes how to get stronger NOW and climb your dream routes.
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Detailed schedules prescribe daily training activities for beginner, intermediate and advanced climbers
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Training programs are tailored for bouldering, sport and traditional climbing
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Eleven exercise protocols clearly describe each training activity in detail
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Over 200 full color illustrations demonstrate proper techniques
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Meticulously researched, incorporating the latest advancements in sport science
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Presents exercises that are proven to be effective for climbers of all abilities
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Includes ground-breaking coaching for Big Wall Free Climbing including training, strategy and tactics
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Not sure if you want to buy it yet, read through these positive reviews:
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Splitterchoss.com says it's "worth every penny"
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Climbing magazine lists it in their Gear Guide 2014 as, "Comprehensive training tools for the everyman."
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DPM writes, "for those ready to take a committed step toward getting better at climbing, there is no better manual available." (p35)
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A thread in the training forum on Mountain Project is full of happy and impressed climbers.
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A thread on SuperTopo calls it, "the first real improvement on the old Goddard/Neuman "Performance Rock Climbing" which was published over two decades ago."
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Dave Sheldon writes, "The Rock Climber's Training Manual should be considered an invaluable resource for anyone looking to experience progression as a performance oriented climber."
Three Season Training Log, The Rock Climber's Training Manual
$ 3.95 - Sold Out
by Michael L. Anderson PhD & Mark Anderson
You might be a veteran of physical training and conditioning or you might be brand new to the concept. Either way this logbook will help you continue to improve by helping you stay organized and easily chart your progress each week. All the logs and charts needed for three complete training seasons are included in this logbook, making it easy to visually see your growth and accomplishments throughout the season.
Rock Prodigy Training Center
$ 129.95 - Sold Out
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Based on the highly successful training routines of Mark and Mike Anderson, authors of “The Rock Climber's Training Manual: A Guide to Continuous Improvement", the Rock Prodigy Training Center is designed for extremely precise and repeatable exercises.
The two pieces allow you to fine-tune the position to match your body, and the computer engineered design yields perfectly symmetrical holds. The Anderson brothers went from average climbers to 5.14 crushers using finely tuned training regimens. This hangboard's design is based on years of experimentation and refinement, and is the perfect tool to help climbers of all abilities progress to the next level.
Rock Prodigy Pulley Kit
$ 36.95
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Rock Prodigy Forge
$ 119.95
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The Rock Prodigy Forge uses the same principles that make the Rock Prodigy Training Center so effective, and it adds new dimensions of difficulty and ergonomics. New features include: a dedicated closed-crimp grip with thumb support, all-new edge profiles, drafted pockets, steeper slopers and a smoother texture throughout. All hold dimensions are different from the RP Training Center, making it the perfect addition to your training arsenal.
