Eric Hörst's Training For Climbing Podcast
Eric J. HörstTraining and performance podcasts by Eric Hörst, the internationally renowned author, researcher, climbing coach, and climber of 40 years. Monthly podcasts detail the latest training techniques to improve strength, power, endurance, as well as mental and technical skills. With his unique combination of veteran experience and knowledge of the cutting-edge research, Eric presents practical, effectiv... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsFitnessHealth & FitnessWilderness | |||
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This episode is the first in a two-part deep dive into designing a comprehensive, long-term systems approach to training. Coach Eric Hörst unpacks—in rich detail—how systems actually function, and he highlights how transformative climbers throughout ... more
Modern athletes know that strength and endurance alone aren't enough. The ability to generate power efficiently, resist injury, and recover quickly depends just as much on the health of connective tissues—tendons, ligaments, and the extracellular mat... more
If you're a connoisseur of steep routes, this episode is for you! We've assembled a "Red River Pump" roundtable that reveals the training methods, tactics, and insider strategies for climbing your best on the overhanging walls of the Red — or any ste... more
Learn five powerful lessons for achieving big, difficult goals that I took away from watching Girl Climber -- the new film that chronicles Emily Harrington's incredible, multi-year journey to free-climb El Capitan's Golden Gate route in under 24 hour... more
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- Great podcast
Not only Eric provide tons of useful information but also helps me keep the motivation up. Thanks for what you do. Greetings from Spain
Apple Podcasts5Vicente HB
Spain5 months ago - Unbearable narcissistic blabbering
I’ve tried so so many times to find value in Horst, however, I just can’t take him. An hr podcast will contain about 2 minutes of substance. The rest is just Horst endlessly talking about the basic point over and over again.
Apple Podcasts2Tom T.om
United States10 months ago - Excellent
Very good podcast about climbing and training. It has helped me on many long car journeys and I always discover something new.
As an older climber and boulderer, I can also put many of his tips into practice. Thank you very much!
Apple Podcasts5A fiend of 9 worlds
Germanya year ago - Worlds deadliest drinking game
Worlds deadliest drinking game... Take a shot every time Coach Hörst talks about how long he’s been climbing or how good he is at coaching.
Edit: Revisiting after a year and several episodes. Omg, I have never heard a human being speak for so long and say nothing at all. The latest episode speaking about Drew is infuriating. In the first minute he says everything he wants to say and for nineteen more minutes he repeats everything he’s already said. “And again” “like I said” “not to beat a dead... more
Apple Podcasts1Gary1056United States2 years ago - Best Climbing Podcast!!!
If you’re looking to improve your climbing or just learn more about climbing and climbing fitness look no further!! I’ve been listening to Training for Climbing for the last year and I can tell you first hand I’ve learned so much from Eric! Great guy who has great intentions and is trying to help us all better our climbing and climbing knowledge! Highly recommend!!
Apple Podcasts5!/'wjwveeUnited States3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #235 | United States/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #42 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #174 |  Canada/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #3 |  Italy/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  France/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #56 |  Australia/Sports/Wilderness |
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The podcast focuses on enhancing climbing performance through evidence-based training methods, aiming to improve climbers' strength, endurance, and mental skills. Episodes often feature in-depth discussions on various topics, including injury prevention, nutrition, and mental preparedness, making it a valuable resource for climbers of all skill levels. The host integrates substantial personal experience with current research, offering listeners unique insights into the challenges and strategies involved in climbing and athletic performance. With its expert guidance and practical advice, the show is particularly notable for its emphasis on actionable content that is grounded in science and personal experience.
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1. The TrainingBeta Podcast: A Climbing Training Podcast
2. The Struggle Climbing Show
3. The Testpiece Podcast
4. The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast
5. Climbing Gold
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this podcast launched 11 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Alex Megos
2. Kush Khandelwal
3. Dr. Thomas Cunningham
4. Mike Genauer
5. Drew Ruana
6. Kevin Brown
7. Ryan Devlin
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