>>1968844no train, no gain. i might make a pastebin about this. first thing is to believe you can get better. i use affirmations like, "they're all good holds" (inside of course, outside there are very bad holds) and "i'm not getting this yet." including "yet" is very important for your psychology, as it reinforces that you actually believe you will get better at it. these phrases remind you that you live in a fluid reality open for growth. speaking of psychology, you should remind yourself that in the grand scheme of things we are all terrible climbers, since the barrier is set so high these days by guys like honnold, so stop giving a shit about being good.
here's how you (and anyone else) can break the """plateau.""" i personally never believed the plateau exists. but rather indicates your natural strength and ability before it is pushed by more specialized training. most people don't believe in themselves, so this concept entered common parlance.
>General questions to ask when you failed a route/problem and analyze why1) Did I remember to breathe at all times?
2) What muscles were relaxed? Should they be tense next time?
3) What muscles were tense? Should I relax them next time?
4) At what movement did I fail? Can I practice this movement outside this particular setting, so I can get it when it comes up again?
>Pyramid training strategyhttp://cruxcrush.com/2013/03/06/get-ready-for-spring-with-pyramid-training/>Ring workoutshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkeMsZNOcF0This isn't limited to this video, but investigate ring workouts and other forms of gymnastics will help with climbing ability
>YogaGet a teacher with Iyengar certification so you don't end up doing bullshit hippie yoga where they put on pop music and channel the tiger or some gay shit. Real yoga practice will enhance your flexibility, balance, stability, character, and foster a sense of freedom and integration between the mind and body that will translate into increased climbing ability.
