Drawing on the latest climbing research, this third edition of the international best-selling Training for Climbing presents a comprehensive, evidence-based program for improving climbing performance. With the unique perspective of a veteran climber, researcher, and coach, Eric Hörst blends leading edge sport science with his decades of climbing and coaching experience to create a content-rich text packed with practical how-to and what-to-do information.
A few of the new topics explored include:
- Energy system training to develop greater strength, power-endurance, and aerobic endurance.
- Recalibrating the brain’s central governor for higher power output and stamina.
- Daily Undulating Periodization as an effective method of on-season programming.
- “Training zones” for rock climbers―the secret to truly effective training!
- Stabilizer training to improve arm power and reduce risk of shoulder injury.
Specifications:
- Format: Paperback
- Dimensions: 352 pages, 18.9 x 1.8 x 23.6 cm
- Published: July 15, 2016
- Publisher: Falcon Guides
- Language: English
- Shipping Weight: 885 g
About the Author
Eric Hörst is an internationally renowned author and a climber of forty years. As a researcher and coach, Hörst has written hundreds of articles and coached thousands of climbers from around the world. He owns the popular website Training4Climbing.com.