Workshop: Off-the-wall training for climbers

Based on current evidence, this workshop will provide you with insight into the most important aspects of training crucial for improving your climbing skills, building strength, and preventing injuries. In this workshop, you'll learn how to create a training plan tailored to your individual goals and skill level, as well as gain a deeper understanding of how training can impact your climbing and performance.

You'll receive a thorough understanding of training and training planning specifically aimed at climbers. You'll acquire the tools to build a strong and agile body, minimize the risk of injuries, and improve your climbing through well-structured training programs.

Basic Training Principles
  • Load and adaptation
  • Progression and variation
  • Specificity and transfer
Strength Training for Climbers
  • Muscle groups and climbing-specific requirements
  • Functional strength training vs. traditional strength training
  • Core stability and its role in climbing
Energy and Strength Development
  • Anaerobic and aerobic training
  • Bioenergetic systems
  • Muscle and tendon strength development
Training Programs (Examples)
  • Training program for bioenergetic systems
  • Training program for strength and power (muscle)
  • Training program for strength and endurance (tendon)
Planning your Training and Periodization
  • Planning of training cycles: warm-up phase, strength building, peak, and recovery
  • Individual adaptation of training programs
  • Monitoring progress and adjusting training plans