
Learning to Climb Indoors
Eric Hoerst(Author)
Falcon Guides (Publisher)
3rd Edition
Published on 31. October 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-1-4930-4310-1 (ISBN)
Description
The essential handbook for every beginner, Learning to Climb Indoors is the most complete book available on indoor climbing-now revised and in its third edition!
Veteran climber, performance coach, and renowned author Eric J. Hoerst gives you all the information you need to get started and have fun. From what to expect on your first visit to a climbing gym to in-depth instruction on climbing techniques, tactics, strategy, and taking your indoor climbing skills outside, this guide will take you through your first few days-and years-as a climber.
Hoerst covers basic gear, fundamental safety techniques, and the importance of personal one-on-one instruction at the gym. Chapters on mental control, physical conditioning, and self assessment round out the training. And as you progress, advice on advanced techniques and tactics will help you conquer the steepest walls. This revised and fully updated edition includes a new section on youth climbing as well as more information on taking your indoor-climbing skills outside onto real rock. Full colour photos round out the package to make Learning to Climb Indoors an indispensable resource for new climbers.
Veteran climber, performance coach, and renowned author Eric J. Hoerst gives you all the information you need to get started and have fun. From what to expect on your first visit to a climbing gym to in-depth instruction on climbing techniques, tactics, strategy, and taking your indoor climbing skills outside, this guide will take you through your first few days-and years-as a climber.
Hoerst covers basic gear, fundamental safety techniques, and the importance of personal one-on-one instruction at the gym. Chapters on mental control, physical conditioning, and self assessment round out the training. And as you progress, advice on advanced techniques and tactics will help you conquer the steepest walls. This revised and fully updated edition includes a new section on youth climbing as well as more information on taking your indoor-climbing skills outside onto real rock. Full colour photos round out the package to make Learning to Climb Indoors an indispensable resource for new climbers.
More details
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Rowman & Littlefield
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 232 mm
Width: 188 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
512 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4930-4310-1 (9781493043101)
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Eric Horst
Learning to Climb Indoors
E-Book
08/2019
3rd Edition
Simon + Schuster LLC
€23.73
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Previous edition

Eric van der Horst
Learning to Climb Indoors
Book
12/2012
2nd Edition
Globe Pequot Press
€38.51
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Person
Eric Hoerst has been climbing for over thirty years. He is a performance coach who has helped thousands of climbers improve their performance through his books, magazine articles, seminars, and Web sites. He is the author of Training for Climbing, How to Climb 5.12, The Rock Climber's Exercise Guide, and Rock Climbing Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. He lives with his wife Lisa Ann and their two sons, Cameron and Jonathan, in Pennsylvania.
Content
Foreword by USA ClimbingAcknowledgements
Introduction
1. Welcome to the Vertical Extreme
2. Equipment and Safety Gear
3. Learning the Safety System
4. The Keys to Rapid Learning of Skills
5. Basic Skills and Drills
6. Advanced Techniques and Drills
7. Lead Climbing and Success Strategies
8. Mental Training and Fear Management
9. Getting into Climbing Shape
10. Training for Youth Climbers
11. The Secrets to Climbing Your Best
Afterword
Glossary
Suggested Reading
Resources
Index
About the Author
Introduction
1. Welcome to the Vertical Extreme
2. Equipment and Safety Gear
3. Learning the Safety System
4. The Keys to Rapid Learning of Skills
5. Basic Skills and Drills
6. Advanced Techniques and Drills
7. Lead Climbing and Success Strategies
8. Mental Training and Fear Management
9. Getting into Climbing Shape
10. Training for Youth Climbers
11. The Secrets to Climbing Your Best
Afterword
Glossary
Suggested Reading
Resources
Index
About the Author