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Nov. 17, 2023

Dave MacLeod: Part I

Elite climber Dave MacLeod shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Hailing from the highlands of Scotland, Dave has methodically worked his way up to the highest levels of the sport, and sits at the v...

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Nov. 9, 2023

Pro Clinic: Flash/Onsight Tactics with Kris Hampton

Kris Hampton takes us to rock school with this Pro Clinic focusing on flash/onsight tactics, and offers up clear and simple guidance for climbers of all levels to take our flash grade (as well as our redpoints) to new heights. - This episode is spons...

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Nov. 1, 2023

Jordan Cannon: Cowboy Direct

Elite climber Jordan Cannon takes us on the unbelievable adventures of tackling one of the toughest high-altitude big wall ascents in the world, the Cowboy Direct route of Trango (Nameless) Tower.  - This is Jordan’s third appearance on the show and ...

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Oct. 27, 2023

Tom Randall: Preparing to Send + Q&A

Tom and Ryan explore how to give ourselves the best shot at sending on the day, and then Tom answers Patron questions. Topics include: Setting expectations Adjusting for uncontrollables Warmup tactics Calculating proper rest periods Post Activation P...

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Oct. 18, 2023

Eddie Taylor

Elite climber Eddie shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Eddie pretty much does it all – boulder, sport, big wall, ice, alpine… he’s stoked, he’s driven, and he’s incredibly fit on vertical terrain...

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Oct. 12, 2023

Pro Clinic: Advanced Bouldering with Allison Vest

Allison Vest, V14 boulder crusher, highlights advanced bouldering techniques and tactics, and offers up clear and simple guidance for climbers of all levels to take their bouldering to new heights. - This episode is sponsored by Patrons and Subscribe...

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Oct. 4, 2023

Sasha DiGiulian

Elite climber Sasha DiGiulian shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Sasha is one of the most accomplished climbers in the world. She has been Female Overall World Champion twice, the undefeated Pan-...

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Sept. 27, 2023

Tom Randall: Pre-Send Season Training + Q&A

Tom and Ryan explore how training should be adjusted in the 4-6 weeks before send-season, what exercises to cut as the season arrives, an often-overlooked red point tactic, and behind-the-scenes stories from when Adam Ondra was in the cellar. Plus, P...

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Sept. 13, 2023

Michaela Kiersch

Elite climber Michaela Kiersch shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game     -   Michaela Kiersch has been crushing for decades. She’s the first woman to climb both 5.15a and V14 (9a+ / 8B+). The 5....

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Sept. 7, 2023

Dr. Tyler Nelson on Finger Strength

Dr. Tyler Nelson dives deep into all things finger strength training - Tyler is bringing cutting edge science to the world of training for climbing and, in the process, he is blowing up myths of training that we’ve long thought to be true and helping...

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Aug. 31, 2023

Road to 13a with Eric Hörst: Part II

Coach Eric Horst continues the Road to 13a series with me as we explore my summer training (and what I did wrong), and then gets specific on how to level up my endurance and tactics for the hardest route I've ever taken on. - Eric is the host of the ...

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Aug. 23, 2023

James Lucas

Elite climber James Lucas shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game     -     As a climber, James is incredibly accomplished and well-rounded, with impressive big wall sends that include freeing El ...

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Aug. 9, 2023

Emil Abrahamsson

Elite climber Emil Abrahamsson shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game     -   Emil is an incredibly strong boulderer with a particular talent for compression and sloper problems, along with harne...

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Aug. 2, 2023

Pro Clinic: Weight Lifting with Dr. Natasha Barnes

Dr. Natasha Barnes, elite climber and power lifter, demystifies weight training and offers up clear and simple guidance for climbers of all levels and training ages to build overall fitness that will serve us on and off the wall.   -   This epis...

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July 26, 2023

Nina Williams: Part 2

Elite climber Nina Williams shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game (Part 2)     -     Nina is a world famous climber, perhaps best known for her cutting edge high balls which include heady and im...

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July 12, 2023

Nina Williams: Part 1

Elite climber Nina Williams shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game (Part 1 of 2)     -   Nina is a world famous climber, perhaps best known for her cutting edge high balls which include heady and...

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June 28, 2023

Pro Clinic: Anti-Style with Cameron Hörst (Preview)

Cameron Hörst, a rising star and 9a climber in his anti-style, takes us to rock school with this Pro Clinic as he identifies common pitfalls and shares tips and tricks for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced climbers to identify and embrace our ant...

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June 21, 2023

Chris Sharma

Elite climber Chris Sharma shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. - Chris needs absolutely zero introduction but it’s worth hitting a few of the highlights because it’s so absolutely mind boggling whe...

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June 7, 2023

Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD

Elite climber Dr. Thomas Cunningham shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game.    -   Dr Thomas Cunningham is a weekend warrior… who climbs at an elite level. He’s a board certified emergency medicin...

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May 26, 2023

Alex Honnold

Alex Honnold dives into the world of bouldering, from exploring the Mellow culture, to what V18 could look like, to high balls and sketchy top-outs... this chat isn't what you're used to hearing about from the biggest name in climbing.    -   This ep...

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May 16, 2023

Tom Randall: Training up Energy Systems + Q&A

Tom Randall checks in on Ryan's training and offers up valuable insights that will help anyone level up their training and performance.    - Usually exclusive to Patrons, this Coach Chat is available to everyone. Topics include: - How to test and sel...

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May 9, 2023

Pro Clinic: Gym-to-Crag with Alex Johnson (Preview)

Alex Johnson, one of the best ever indoor + outdoor climbers, takes us to rock school with this Pro Clinic as she identifies common pitfalls and shares tips and tricks for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced climbers to go from the gym to the crag....

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April 27, 2023

Chris Kalous

Host of the hit climbing podcast The Enormocast, Chris Kalous shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game.    -   Chris Kalous has been the voice of climbing for over a decade now, bringing more than 2...

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April 19, 2023

Honnold, Megos, and More... coming to YouTube!

A quick update from the podcast/utility closet where I share some exciting news, launch a sick giveaway, and do a virtual happy dance for all of the cool stuff coming your way!  Spoiler alert: https://www.youtube.com/@thestruggleclimbingshow Let's GO...

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