The Average Climber Podcast

Welcome to the one episode of the year where we officially prescribe doing less. Join us for a very Average year-in-review, complete with triumphs, what we're each celebrating, and reminders going into the holiday season. We’re pressing pause for a bit, but we’ll be back in 2026 with more climbing nonsense, hot takes, and unsolicited beta. In the meantime, our one holiday request is this: please leave us a review!!! If we read your review on the podcast, we'll send you a sticker! And isn't that just merry. CLAIM YOUR STICKER

Yep. You read that right - we're covering SKI TRAINING on this week's episode. Because we know that for some of you, part of being an average climber is being an average skier too. KIDDING!!! Anyway, we are so happy to welcome Ski Coach Shannon Smith to give us the 411 on all things ski training. Shannon worked with alpine ski racing teams for over a decade before pivoting to start her own Ski Coaching business in 2020. Shannon has grown Range Fitness to a full staff of coaches and that has helped thousands of athletes from around the world. We are so lucky to have her on the pod! You're about to ski prep like you never have before.CONNECT WITH SHANNON!website: www.rangefitness.comIG @range.snowfit: https://www.instagram.com/range.snowfit/

Rules can make decisions easier. Rules can keep you safe. But rules can also be so rigid that you leave progress on the table. In this episode we're showing you which rules you can break, and why. From performance seasons, to food morality, and when to do what training sessions - if you get worried about doing things "right", this episode is about to bring you some serious relief.LINKS: APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH LAURENhttps://usv2nrx1n1p.typeform.com/to/vFaAWnovBook an Intro Call with Caitlin!https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5ee7f9332a982306fcce6ca4/bookings?s=660ad849d02bd34a38dcf798 Join Caitlin's Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/caitlinholmes/newsletter-bingo-signup Join Lauren's Newsletterhttps://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/training-plan-makeover Get on the wait list for The Crew!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/crew-wait-list-november-25GET YOUR STICKERhttps://forms.gle/qDenGJTAd5Qmspyz7

Granite has shaped climbing history — from Yosemite to crags around the world. In this episode, we’re joined by coach Kris Hampton of the Power Company Podcast to unpack why granite feels so damn hard, how to get better at it, and what makes it such a cornerstone of climbing. LINKS + RESOURCES:Granite Edge from Nature Climbinghttps://natureclimbing.com/products/stone-hanger-1?srsltid=AfmBOooMlRoLZuMOTsK6t58u95nNftWMPsn35bbkfmw8g9marvDiJvKy Footholds - Resistorshttps://www.powercompanyclimbing.com/store/p/resistors?aff=11Wrist Wrench: https://www.armassassinstrengthshop.com/products/axle-wrench note from Kris: My favorite is 2 3/8 with the 3 hole bar and standard texture grip. The bar doesn’t fit a regular carabiner but I like the way it rolls better than the d ring version. Karlos Nasar video - training session overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZsq1rlBsmQ Check out Kris and the Power Company Teamwww.powercompanyclimbing.com For more information on hangboarding, check out episodes 13 & 14 of this podcast._____ Join Caitlin's Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/caitlinholmes/newsletter-bingo-signup Join Lauren's Newsletterhttps://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/training-plan-makeover Get on the wait list for The Crew!https://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/crew-wait-list-november-25 APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH LAURENhttps://usv2nrx1n1p.typeform.com/to/vFaAWnovGET YOUR STICKERhttps://forms.gle/qDenGJTAd5Qmspyz7

Chelsea Murn is no stranger to solo bouldering. In fact, she was alone in the woods for many of the hardest boulders she's ever done (and she's racked up a few V10s in her day). Many climbers struggle to get outdoors as often as they'd like - and part of that struggle comes from coordinating with climbing partners. Enter - SOLO BOULDERING. In this episode we cover- the risks you take when bouldering by yourself- building self-trust- Chelsea's favorite gear recs- and more!RESOURCES: - Chelsea loves Organic Pads https://organicclimbing.com/collections/crash-pads- Lauren + Caitlin are big fans of Send!https://www.sendclimbing.com/collections/crash-padsChelsea on Pretty Hate Machine https://www.instagram.com/p/DB2EAKUTNcI/?img_index=3&igsh=aGZqd3l5MW50ODh2 _______________________________ Join Caitlin's Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/caitlinholmes/newsletter-bingo-signup Join Lauren's Newsletterhttps://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/training-plan-makeover APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH LAURENhttps://usv2nrx1n1p.typeform.com/to/vFaAWnovGET YOUR STICKERhttps://forms.gle/qDenGJTAd5Qmspyz7

Welcome to part 2 of the weekend warrior survival guide. We're bringing you more nutrition planning tips that will blow your mind AND discussing the trap of "fun". RESOURCES: How to set climbing trip goals without losing your mind!https://youtu.be/2PSfLEgiBlE Join Lauren's Newsletterhttps://www.goodsprayclimbing.com/training-plan-makeover Join Caitlin's Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/caitlinholmes/newsletter-bingo-signupAPPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH LAURENhttps://usv2nrx1n1p.typeform.com/to/vFaAWnovGET YOUR STICKERhttps://forms.gle/qDenGJTAd5Qmspyz7

THE BITCHES ARE BACK. 🎉We are so excited to kick off September with you - and we know you've got crunchy leaves and crispy temps on the brain. It's about to be weekend climbing trip o'clock and we want you to be ready.In part 1 of our weekend warrior's survival guide, we're teaching you...> what you CAN train last-minute vs. what you can't> changing the way you view your nutrition on a weekend climbing trip (your mind will be BLOWN) > the *smart* way to flip the switch from indoor mode to your weekend warrior eraAnd so much more.LINKS: JOIN THE CREWwww.goodsprayclimbing.com/the-crew last day to enroll for September is 9/7!Join Caitlin's Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/caitlinholmes/newsletter-bingo-signupAPPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH LAURENhttps://usv2nrx1n1p.typeform.com/to/vFaAWnovGET YOUR STICKERhttps://forms.gle/qDenGJTAd5Qmspyz7

🚨 SPECIAL RELEASE 🚨 LAUREN HERE: Last September I created a limited release podcast that only went out to about 100 people. I got a lot of great feedback on it. I decided to re-release it during our break. There are four episodes and I'll be releasing them over the next four weeks! This is episode 3. This series is meant to be listened to IN ORDER. So go back to episode 1!___________________________________________________________________________ In episode 3 we're highlighting the mental struggles of outdoor climbing. From failure to comparison to not freaking out and "yelling take" - if you fee like your brain is getting in your way instead of helping you along, this episode is for you.Stay tuned for episode 4, where I'll be teaching you my favorite climbing trip tactics! LINKS:1. Apply for 1:1 coaching! 2. Join the wait list for The Crew! 3. Check out Lor's IG post on when to say "take" 4. Learn more about my friend and colleague, Karly Rager from Project Direct! FOR ALL THINGS NUTRITION + CAITLIN:Play nutrition bingoAll of Caitlin's links here!