The Average Climber Podcast

Episode 25: Strength Training Listener Q&A, ”Do the Hokey Pokey”

Building strength supports your climbing. From mitigating injuries to helping you do hard moves, getting stronger will help you be a better climber and athlete. The good news is, there are many ways to go about strength training - the bad news? All of the options can get pretty damn confusing. In this episode we're answering your questions to help you get from confused to confident. 
If this got you excited about strength training, don't forget to check out Force Over Time, a strength & fingers program for climbers. Use the code HOKEYPOKEY for 10% off. Got muscle building on the brain? Look no further than Body Comp Pro. If you're ready to leverage smart nutrition to sustainably alter your body composition, this is the course for you. Click here for more information on this exciting, new course. Also, we're so excited to announce that our holistic group program, Breakthrough is coming back for Round 4 this winter! More details to come. You can learn more about the program here: www.breakthroughclimbing.com
Want to support the podcast? Find us on Patreon!www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcastThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. To learn more about working with Plug Tone, go to www.plugtoneaudio.com.

SNACK BREAK: 4 Holiday Tips for Navigating Training & Nutrition

The media surrounding health and fitness always seems to take a turn for the toxic around this time of year. So in this Snack Break, we're clapping back - and giving you four helpful tips for navigating your training and nutrition throughout the holiday season. 
[Spoiler alert, we won't be telling you to "earn your Christmas cookies"]
Also, we're so excited to announce that our holistic group program, Breakthrough is coming back for Round 4 this winter! More details to come. You can learn more about the program here: www.breakthroughclimbing.comAdditionally, we like giving you presents, so  here's a little Home for the Holidays Strength session.You can grab the download here (this is something you can do with minimal time and almost no equipment!)Want to support the podcast? Find us on Patreon!www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast

Episode 24: ”Asking for a friend”, fear management and performing under pressure with Karly Rager

Ever felt like your body could climb harder if your head wasn't getting in your way? If so, you aren't alone. Which is why this weeks' episode is all about mental game. This topic is so important that we brought in guest expert and coach, Karly Rager to talk about it. Karly is a climbing coach specializing in headgame and mental performance and she's about to change the way you look at improving your mental skills. Want to learn more about Karly and her team? Check out her website and courses below:www.projectdirectcoaching.comHarness your HeadspaceFoundations of FlowSupport us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcastThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. Go to www.plugtoneaudio.com to learn more.

SNACK BREAK: What nutrition pros wish you know about body composition

In this snack break, we're featuring our honored guest Emily Smith MS, CNS, The Outdoor Nutritionist. Armed with the knowledge of not one, but TWO nutrition professionals, we're diving into what you need to know about body composition. 
Speaking of body composition, if this episode tickled your fancy, this is just the tip of the iceburg. There is a lot more to learn inside of Body Comp Pro, a course all about body composition: You can grab the course here: 
https://theoutdoornutritionist.podia.com/body-comp-pro-course
And if you want to learn more about working with Emily, check her out on Instagram @theoutdoornutritionist or over on her website: www.theoutdoornutritionist.com/Support us on Patreon.Music for the episode created by Devin Dabney.The Average Climber Podcast is a part of the Plug Tone Audio Collective.

Episode 23: ”Breathe and focus, you b*tch”, Top 6 Lessons we learned in Bishop

We took ourselves a bouldering trip to Bishop and had a ton of fun. While the good times were rolling, we also learned some valuable lessons regarding our nutrition, our tactics, and our training for the trip. So come on in and learn from our mistakes - so you don't have to make them too.
Speaking of training... whether self-guided programming or customized support feels like the move for you... don't forget that the Good Spray Black Friday sales end after 12/2.You can learn more about Good Spray training programs by heading to www.goodsprayclimbing.com/coachingAnd if you want to learn about Caitlin's self-guided nutrition programs or e-book offerings, head on over to https://dirtbagnutritionist.podia.com
Got questions about nutrition 1:1 coaching - no sweat, you can book a 15 minute clarity call to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity
 
Enjoying the Podcast? Want more of it? Then get excited for the launch of our Patreon - and with that, Patron-only episodes! Sign up now to support the show and keep the episodes rolling in!
Production and editing by Josh Hafele.Music by Devin DabneyThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. You can learn more about Plug Tone at www.plugtoneaudio.com

SNACK BREAK: Celebrating our businesses + the Black Friday 411

Join us on a brief tour of how we got started in running our own businesses. From lecture halls to dirt science, join us on the windy roads we took to get where we are now. We're also giving you the 411 on our deals for Black Friday 2022! From nutrition courses to training plans, we have some truly bonkers deals going on right now. 
 
Good Spray Black Friday Sale: www.goodsprayclimbing.com/store
Coupon codes: FRIDAY40 for 40% off self guided training plans, custom12 for $150 off 12 week plans, custom6 for $100 off 6 week plans
60-Minute Nutrition Deep Dive
E-Book Bundle Sale
 
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Episode 22: ”Gloopy Goblin Caramels,” Do you really need a coach for that?

Whether it's your nutrition strategy or your training ambitions - you've probably asked yourself this question "Do I really need a coach for that?" The answer to that is a lot bigger than a simple yes or no. In this episode of the Average Climber Podcast we're helping you figure out if a self-guided approach is best for you, or if you may benefit from having the support of a coach or nutritionist.Whether self-guided programming or customized support feels like the move for you... don't forget that we have some fun Black Friday deals coming for you starting 11/25.You can learn more about Good Spray training programs by heading to www.goodsprayclimbing.com/coachingAnd if you want to learn about Caitlin's self-guided nutrition programs or e-book offerings, head on over to https://dirtbagnutritionist.podia.com
Got questions about nutrition 1:1 coaching - no sweat, you can book a 15 minute clarity call to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity
 
Enjoying the Podcast? Want more of it? Then get excited for the launch of our Patreon - and with that, Patron-only episodes! Sign up now to support the show and keep the episodes rolling in!
Production and editing by Josh Hafele.Music by Devin DabneyThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. You can learn more about Plug Tone at www.plugtoneaudio.com

SNACK BREAK: Three tips for longevity in climbing

Our girl is turning 30 this month! So as Caitlin kisses her 20s goodbye we sit down to reflect on how we can continue to improve and support our climbing as we age. Moral of the story: we're nowhere near washed up and neither are you! Though there are some considerations you'll want to make as your own birthdays fly by. If this episode got you thinking about how your nutrition is impacting your longevity in climbing, there's some good news! Caitlin is having an epic, birthday sale on her signature nutrition course, Empowered!Empowered is designed to help climbers know what, when, and how to eat for everyday health and to master fueling around training for effective recovery. In honor of Caitlin's big 3-0, this course is 30% off through November 14th. Click here to score big and use '30FLRITYTHRIVING' at checkout.
Got questions about nutrition coaching - no sweat, you can book a 15 minute clarity call to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity
Enjoying the Podcast? Want more of it? Then get excited for the launch of our Patreon - and with that, Patron-only episodes! Sign up now to support the show and keep the episodes rolling in!
Music by Devin DabneyThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. You can learn more about Plug Tone at www.plugtoneaudio.com

Episode 21: ”Throw the tiny stick,” do you have a fear of failure?

How's your relationship with failure? You might be surprised to find out. In this episode we dive deep into how your perspective on failure can impact your climbing in ways you wouldn't expect. 
If this episode got you excited to work on your weaknesses, then get ready for the Good Spray Training plan sale starting November 25! You can learn more about Good Spray Programs here:
www.goodaprayclimbing.com/coaching
Caitlin's books are FULL through the end of the year... But you can still get in line for 1:1 coaching starting in January 2023 and onward. Ready to get started? You can head on over to the link below to apply for 1:1 coaching with Caitlin.https://cvhnutrition.typeform.com/to/vtvdMimd
Got questions about nutrition coaching - no sweat, you can book a 15 minute clarity call to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity?month=2022-10
Enjoying the Podcast? Want more of it? Then get excited for the launch of our Patreon - and with that, Patron-only episodes! Sign up now to support the show and keep the episodes rolling in!
Music by Devin DabneyThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. You can learn more about Plug Tone at www.plugtoneaudio.com

SNACK BREAK: A bouldering trick and a nutrition treat

Average Climber Pod: Halloween edition! This year we're bringing you a bouldering trick to for faster sending as well as a sports nutrition evaluation of your favorite Halloween treats. Come have some spooky fun with us as we help you improve your climbing.And a few quick reminders for you... Only 3 spots are left in Camp 5.12 - enrolling is closing on 11/4! You can submit your application to Camp 5.12 by tapping the link below.www.camp512climbing.com. Caitlin's books are FULL through November... But you can still get in line for 1:1 coaching December '22 and onward. Ready to get in, you can head on over to the link below to apply for 1:1 coaching with Caitlin.https://cvhnutrition.typeform.com/to/vtvdMimd
Got questions about nutrition coaching - no sweat, you can book a 15 minute clarity call to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:https://calendly.com/cvhnutrition/clarity?month=2022-10Interested in a Good Spray training plan? Head on over to the Good Spray Store to check out both self-guided and custom plan options.www.goodsprayclimbing.com/store
Enjoying the Podcast? Want more of it? Then get excited for the launch of our Patreon - and with that, Patron-only episodes! Sign up now to support the show and keep the episodes rolling in!
Music by Devin DabneyThe Average Climber Podcast is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective. You can learn more about Plug Tone at www.plugtoneaudio.com