The Struggle Climbing Show

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Andrew Bisharat and Chris Kalous (along with a surprise guest) join to explore:

Climbing gym culture of the 90s

Trends in corporate vs independent gyms

Which gyms prepare climbers better for real rock

A case against mega gyms

A case for mega gyms 

Will soft gym grades result in mass upgrading of classic outdoor climbs?

When a local gym closes... and is miraculously saved

Is pickle ball competitive with climbing?

How dirtbags can help save indie gyms

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Old Gyms vs Mega Gyms
01:37 Rock Sport Closes
03:20 Andrew First Gym Memories
06:35 Chris Early Wall Origins
11:26 DIY Gym Spirit
11:51 Rock Sport and Rock Creation
15:09 Rock Creation Business Model
20:45 How Many Gyms Exist
23:32 Gym Growth and Trends
28:29 Gyms as Outdoor Gateway
32:26 Case for Mega Gyms
36:04 Gym Community Vibes
37:24 Modern Mega Gym Magic
39:12 Corporate Future Hypothetical
40:19 Grades Versus Real Rock
42:48 Setting Ergonomics Limits
44:34 WALL-E Mega Gym Satire
46:44 Surprise Guest Joins
48:21 Saving Rock Sport
50:29 Keeping the Old Soul
56:07 Sandbagging and Grade Plans
58:15 Pickleball and Business
01:01:47 Gym Ownership Reality Check
01:07:44 Support Your Local Gyms

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter and Michael Martin for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! 

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow 

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join The Struggle’s Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available! 

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Grip Master and Boulder Crusher, Yves Gravelle, explores:

Which grip training pays off most for climbing

Is a hang board all climbers need?

How to make a $3 forearm trainer 

Eccentric vs isometric training

Why half crimp may not be the best to train

Minimal edge vs heavier hangs 

Which grips are weakest for climbers

Two simple grip exercises to consider adding

How to program ballistic lifts for a peak phase

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 One Weakness Focus
00:22 Meet Eves Gravel
03:28 Arm Wrestling Basics
05:38 Why He Started
07:36 Climbers Crossover
09:05 What Is Grip Training
11:04 Arm Wrestling Weak Links
13:16 Training Recovery Tradeoffs
14:29 Is Hangboarding Enough
18:16 Grip Sport Implements
21:42 Hand Size And Events
24:44 Wrist Flexion For Climbers
27:44 PVC Pipe Setup
33:09 Patreon Outro And Teaser

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter and Michael Martin for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega!

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow 

 

Follow Yves on IG @yvesgravelle

 

Here's the homemade forearm trainer: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUzPN7fDaaL/

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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The struggle makes us stronger! Let's get out there and try hard. Thanks for supporting the show, y'all. 

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And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $10)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

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Elite climber Mike Boyd explores:

The formula for rapid learning 

His biggest mistake when he was a new climber

How to get better at failure 

Avoiding “junk mileage” when learning a new skill

The 40-minute rule for optimized learning 

Why coaches don’t like shortcuts (and why we should anyway)

Stealing knowledge from fellow climbers 

Trying the Dave McLeod diet

Refusing to say “I’m too short”

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Train harder, recover faster, and feel better than ever. I love all their stuff! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.

Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up boards. I’m training on the Homewall Full Ride, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free gift pack let’s goooo!

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

 

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Follow Mike on IG @mikeboydvideo and on YT /@mikeboyd and /@mikeboydclimbs

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. A hero indeed!

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Welcome and Learning Dip

00:41 Meet Mike Boyd

04:18 Climbing Setup and Psyche

17:35 Struggle Mindset Origins

27:47 Learning Framework and Breaks

32:57 Training Diary Metrics

33:51 Self Coaching vs Mentors

38:19 Keeping the Psych Alive

41:12 Weekly Climbing Plan

57:25 Nutrition Weight Strategy

01:09:41 Resting Like A Pro

01:10:41 Climbing In Gears

01:14:18 Projecting And Send Blues

01:18:21 Fear Of Falling Tools

01:32:02 Creative Goals And Wrap

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Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow

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The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great. 

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And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $10)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

Weekend Warrior Dusty Millar is making it work! In this thoughtful convo we explore:

Pros and Cons of a 7-on 7-off schedule

Shift work 

Training without a climbing gym

Yoga for climbing (and life)

Getting better because he can’t climb all the time 

The power of intentionality 

Overcoming decision fatigue 

Working with Neil Gresham

Training pitfalls 

25-second hypertrophy hangs 

The benefit of doing the unsexy stuff 

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

 

00:00 Intentionality: The Weekend Warrior Mindset (Cold Open)
 
00:57 Meet Dusty Millar: Shift-Worker Climber From Adelaide
 
03:46 Climbing in Australia: Adelaide, Arapiles & the Grampians
 
06:49 Dusty’s Background: Marines, Tattooing, Mining, Counseling & Yoga
 
07:39 The 7-On/7-Off Roster: Life on Day vs Night Shift
 
17:07 Training Without a Climbing Gym: Yoga, Calisthenics & Fingerboard
 
21:07 Why Climbing Hooks Us: Flow State, Focus & Community
 
26:56 Sponsor Break + Free Finger Training Clinic Plug
 
29:18 Yoga Meets Climbing: Breathwork, Meditation & Mindset
 
33:46 Home Weeks: Heat, Board-and-Dinner Crew, and Outdoor Project Days
 
36:20 Goals & Grit: Chasing 29/30 and V9 as a “Blue Collar” Climber
 
37:26 Coaching Tools & Why Neil Gresham’s Plans Stand Out
 
39:55 Inside a 16-Week Training Phase: Structure, Options, and Decision Fatigue
 
41:35 Training Mindset: Listening to Your Body, Managing Expectations, Keeping the Joy
 
43:48 Outdoor Days & Current Projects: ‘Boulder Problems on Ropes’ + Thailand Trip
 
47:51 Lifestyle Levers: Catering, Diet Swings, and Eating Mindfully
 
49:50 What Training Works Best: Alternating Power/Endurance + Long Repeater Hangs
 
53:45 Endurance When You Can’t Get to a Rope Gym + Adelaide Crag Access
 
56:42 Host’s V8 Side Quest, Injury Fears, and Staying Resilient in Your 40s
 
59:00 Prehab, Antagonist Work, and the 7-On/7-Off Rhythm (Plus Farewell)
 
01:03:03 Wrap-Up & Host Update: Red River Gorge Day, Training Block, and Patreon Plugs

 

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. A hero indeed!

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow and @ryandevlinclimbing

 

Follow Dusty @nothing_but_hardwork

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $10)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

Support the Show on Patreon
Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow

 

Coach Nate Drolet is back for another thoughtful conversation, including:

Reflecting on his recent Hueco Tanks trip

Climbing while injured 

Collecting rejections like Stephen King

Are gym boulders too tall?

The problem with "easy" classics

Advice to his younger self

Falling 101

Is Coca-Cola Coffee aid?

If you'd like to set up a consult with Nate, or explore coaching options, hit him up at: [email protected]

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BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO:

SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.

Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up board. It’s what I’m training on at home, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free gift pack let’s goooo!

 

And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals

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Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right)

00:00 Weekend Warrior Life: Busy Schedules & Climbing Ambitions
03:07 Coach Nate Returns: Fresh Off Waco Tanks (and a 16-hour Drive)
05:16 Why Waco Matters: History, Style, and Coming Back After 7 Years
08:02 The Mystery Hand Injury: Rehab, PT Visits, and Still Sending
10:29 Low Dryer Send Story: Deconditioned, Tactical, and ‘Sport Climb’ a Boulder
14:05 Mindset Lesson: ‘Collecting Rejections’ Between Try Day and Send Day
20:06 Bouldering Trip Strategy: Limited ‘Great Goes,’ Rest, and Managing Stoke
25:58 Sponsor Break: Scarpa Veloce L + Kilter Board Training Setup
29:06 Ryan’s Vegas Injury & The Big Question: Am I Too Old for Outdoor Bouldering?
33:05 Gyms Are Too Tall: Risk, Training Value, and Smarter Bouldering as We Age
37:04 Indoor vs Outdoor Bouldering: Skills, Safety, and Choosing Lowballs
43:02 Injuries Happen: Low Back Pain, Randomness, and Playing Devil’s Advocate
43:59 Rope Climber’s Dilemma: Are Outdoor Bouldering Falls Worth It at 46?
45:19 Movement vs Highballs: “British vs French” Boulders & Why Classics Get Tall
47:58 Finding Low-Risk Outdoor Classics: Traverses, Short Gems, and Star Ratings
50:46 Bulldog/Puppy Dog Strategy: Pads, Topouts, and Managing the Mental Crux
54:04 Topout Skills Bootcamp: Mantles, Slabs, and Safe Practice in Chattanooga
56:20 How to Fall Better: Rolling, Tumbling Drills, and Building Confidence تدريجيًا
01:07:55 Keeping Sport Fitness During a Boulder Phase: ARC, 4x4s, and Seasonal Planning
01:16:56 Wrap-Up & Plugs: Coaching, “Affordable Atrocities,” and Supporting the Channel

 

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. A hero indeed!

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Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow 

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

 

 

And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!