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Best grading conversion chart – ROCKFAX
These are definitely the best grade conversion charts that I’ve seen.
Jun 06, 2010 | 0 comments
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Emptying one’s cup
I think everyone knows the famous Zen story, ‘emptying ones cup’. We are full to the brim of our own ideas, opinions and often so trapped by our conditioning – nothing new can get in. Osho says that the, ‘Truth is simple. Very simple-so simple that a child can understand it. In fact, so simple [...]
May 22, 2010 | 0 comments
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Orthopedic problems in sport climbing
An interesting article for the most common sport climbing injuries by PATRICK PETERS, MD
From the Institute for Sports Medicine, University Paderborn, Paderborn, Germany.
Jan 18, 2010 | 0 comments
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Steph Davis and Mindfulness
“For me, being in situations like this is what it takes to get to that place, though the yogis and teachers I read about are able to do it by merely sitting on the floor. It is a very different mental state, and it makes me appreciate the beauty of my life.” Steph Davis
Jan 09, 2010 | 0 comments
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A short history of yoga
The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’ meaning to ‘yoke’ or ‘harness’. Yoga is believed to be 5,000 years old. Carvings from the Indus Valley Civilization, discovered by archeologist Sir John Marshall, depict a figure that represents a yogi sitting in meditation posture.
Dec 23, 2009 | 0 comments
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Mindfulness
If we are mindful when we are climbing we are not fighting, but we are practising in-the-moment climbing which means accepting the experiences, as they arise, for what they are. This acceptance and trust builds a strong foundation of confidence.
Dec 15, 2009 | 0 comments
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Meditation
Meditation is probably the most powerful yogic tool for studying and understanding the mind. Limitations in climbing are often to do with the mind and not the body. By dedicating time every day to a meditation practice, the mind can be trained to have more positive emotions , to be less anxious and in the moment.
Dec 15, 2009 | 0 comments
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Beginning a yoga practice
When you begin practising John Friend says to:“Emphasize movement, play, fun and enjoyment in the poses instead of holding the poses rigidly.”
Dec 15, 2009 | 0 comments
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Shoulder sequence
Wrists, elbows, shoulders and forearms take a lot of stress when climbing.
The following sequence of postures will open your shoulders and sooth your forearms and wrists.
Dec 09, 2009 | 0 comments
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A secret bouldering garden
Bezirgan valley has a secret garden full of amazing boulders. There is tonnes of potential to develop this into a substantial bouldering area. Mark, Annalisa and me head up there at least twice a week to find new problems. We have some wicked bouldering problems now. Annalisa loves it too! We first came across these boulders [...]
Nov 30, 2009 | 0 comments
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Breath awareness
The conscious use of the breath is most important in any yoga practice or climbing movement. Emotions and feelings have a strong connection with the breath and are expressed in the way that we breathe. When your breathing reacts to an emotion your body also reacts. When preparing for a crux move and you need to let go of negative thoughts (gear holding, fear) take a deep breath and exhale strongly.
Nov 30, 2009 | 0 comments
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