Training: Athletik Spesifik
As a climber I’m always looking for ways to tackle those inspiring and often blank walls I find myself drawn to. It could be a variation to a contrivance I want to try when I’m out with my friends drinking PBR’s on the weekend, or it could be the international dream project. After returning from Mallorca at the end of 2007 and being a little disappointed with my climbing there, I decided to start training with Athletik Spesifik. I was already pretty satisfied with my climbing ability but I wanted to see if I could squeeze the lemon any harder. Seven months later I went to Rocklands and had a great trip, having successfully elevated my climbing to my next personal level.
The value of training in a program like this is different for everyone. In my case, I already had the discipline and work ethic, just not the guidance. Dave’s approach to training helps you put your effort where it pays dividends in climbing. He mixes it up, keeps it interesting, and Dave is a real hawk-eye when it comes to form and safety.
If you live in the Denver / Boulder area I would consider giving his program a look. Taking revenge on your project from last season is sweet, sweet nectar indeed.
Editor’s note: The Jackson Hole version is called Mountain Athlete with Rob Shaul. Before trying a session, I wrote it off as a distraction from mountain pursuits, not a complement. Now, I’m trying to figure out how to strike a deal so I can go to the ass kicking hour-sessions twice a week.
Cloudveil Athlete Chuck Fryberger is in Europe promoting his climbing film Pure.
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