The Struggle Climbing Show

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In this Pro Clinic, mindset coach Angus Kille (with guest appearance from Hazel Findlay) explore:

Process goals vs outcome goals

The power of journaling and reflection

Using thoughtful goals to mitigate fear of failure 

Finding your big Why

Is grade chasing a “bad” goal?

Intrinsic vs extrinsic goals 

Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals 

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

00:00 Growth Mindset Hook
00:24 Pro Clinic Returns
00:47 Intentional Climber App
02:36 Why Goals Need Purpose
03:56 Meet Hazel and Angus
05:05 Mallorca Retreat Recap
06:27 Trip Goals and Intentions
08:10 Hazel on Goal Setting
10:44 Angus Evolves His Goals
12:30 Meltdown Project Tactics
18:23 Outcome vs Process Goals
23:53 Find Your North Star
27:09 Ryan Shares His Why
32:17 App Break Intentional Climber
34:48 Digging Deeper Than Progress
44:19 Finding Your Why Support
45:47 Strongmind Resources Explained
46:24 Mindset Frames Growth Mindset
49:24 Bad Why External Values
54:12 From North Star To Goals
55:44 Process Vs Outcome Goals
01:01:05 Intrinsic Vs Extrinsic Motivation
01:07:35 Staying Intrinsically Focused
01:11:35 SMART Goals Without Overload
01:16:35 Distill Your Why Mantra
01:18:19 Wrap Up Links Newsletter
01:21:22 Host Reflection North Star
01:26:24 Intentional Climber App Updates
01:28:09 Final Thanks And Support

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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.

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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!

Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber.

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Elite climber Noah Wheeler explores:

Specific training for Burden

The dab ascent and what happened after

Is Burden really V17?

The change that unlocked the send

Board climbing vs hang boarding

Mindset tools to lock in for a send

What Daniel Woods taught him 

Half crimp vs full crimp 

The next V17 on his list

The happiness advantage

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

Arc’teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc’teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you’re out adventuring in the elements, Arc’teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com 

Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton’s 6-week Stronger Fingers program.

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

 

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

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

00:00 Secret App Launch
02:23 Noah Wheeler Intro
06:33 Goals and Process
11:51 Evolving Through Struggle
18:18 Board Training Origins
21:15 Board Sessions and Volume
24:05 Intentional Climber Break
26:07 Rehab and Burden Prep
31:10 The Dab and Redemption
36:24 Dab Send Debate
37:25 Grading Burden Reality
42:10 V17 Or Downgrade
43:17 New Beta Breakdown
47:12 Micro Beta Anchors
50:20 Arc'teryx Harness Spot
52:06 Nutrition Calorie Wakeup
53:08 Carbs Protein Caffeine
57:11 Tactics Trip Mistakes
59:44 Footwork Pull Away
01:02:39 Grip Strength Weakness
01:05:23 Finger Strength Metrics
01:05:59 Projecting Mindset Phases
01:09:52 Pre Send Mental Crux
01:11:36 Embodiment Tools
01:15:50 Happiness Advantage
01:19:35 What’s Next Plans
01:20:53 Board Style Dreams
01:22:55 We Will Rock Vision
01:25:24 Wrap Up Bonus Plug
01:28:00 Host App Pitch
01:29:28 Climbing Reflections
01:31:59 Final Thanks Outro

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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!

Reflecting on my training, performance, and experimentation for the month, including:

Recap of May goals (hits and misses)

Finding flow and fun outdoors

Breaking down my endurance training plan

Results from my critical force test

How I'm going to maintain strength and power

A smack in the face regarding my technique

Listener questions

June goals

 

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

 

Download Intentional Climber on Google Play or the App Store and use code LAUNCHCREW to unlock $300 of free coaching plans, plus a secret discount (ends June 5th).

 

Have an awesome month!

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $15)
www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong

 

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Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.
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Weekend Warrior, Hannah Provost, is crushing it. In this convo, we explore:

Being naturally powerful but struggling with endurance 

Managing send anxiety and fear of failure

A powerful tool to stay present on a climb 

The untapped potential of breath work 

Forcing seasonality with training 

Using hips as a fifth limb

The "pact" that led to a quantum leap

Covering historic ascents in the new ACJ

Join the AAC by July 1st to get your copy of the American Climbing Journal (amongst other awesome perks): https://americanalpineclub.org/

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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.

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 Anxiety After Belief

00:24 Meet Hannah Provost

06:04 Climbing Origins Indiana

09:19 AAC Work Life Balance

10:40 Boulderer Wants Sport

13:19 Grades And Struggle

14:03 Doubt Cycles Tactics

20:28 Breathwork And Focus

24:08 Seasonal Training Blocks

26:20 Coach Nate Hip Power

29:46 Endurance Sessions 4x4

31:42 Hips As Fifth Limb

33:52 Hips Into Training

34:40 Treadwall Leg Drive

36:05 Beginner Mindset Reset

37:36 The 5.12 Pact

40:37 Exposure Over Sending

43:53 Next Goals Big Papa

46:42 What Is The ACJ

49:28 Stories From The Journal

54:45 AAC Membership Perks

57:31 Hostels And Wrap Up

59:07 Host Takeaways And Links

01:03:35 Training Update And Goodbye

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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead 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 email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson
(normally $15)
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 Tyler Thompson explores:

The process of becoming a pro climber 

Struggling with training consistency

Preparing for La Rambla (5.15a)

His Spain sending spree 

How to make climb days worth more

Struggling with performance anxiety 

An epic last-day-last-go send of Era Vella

How to trick yourself into sending

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

Arc’teryx: Check out the new Lithos SL harness featuring Warp Strength Technology and fully customizable sizing for an ultra-light sport climbing fit. Build yours at Arcteryx.com 

PhysiVantage: Try SendureX to improve your power endurance and recover faster between attempts. I love it! 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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Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! 

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

00:00 Endurance Mindset Teaser
00:28 Meet Tyler Thompson
03:28 Vegas Base And Background
06:09 From Summer Camp To Youth Team
08:10 Going Full Time Climbing
11:31 What Struggle Means
16:20 Training Balance Outdoors Vs Gym
20:35 Spain Prep And La Rambla
25:39 Endurance Work And Self Assessment
33:11 Nutrition And Recovery Habits
37:23 Tactics Learning And Repetition
41:02 Finding Efficiency And Energy Leaks
42:49 Fresh Beta Experiments
43:19 More Tries More Learning
44:55 Evolving Beta Near Send
45:41 Inventing a New Sequence
49:40 Choose Moves You Love
50:27 Favorite Move Spotlight
51:52 Southern Smoke Send Story
53:59 Remembering Projects Past
54:50 Scarpa Shoe Shoutout
56:15 Performance Anxiety on Redpoints
57:22 Resting and Switching Gears
01:00:42 Era Vella Injury Miracle Send
01:06:10 Trying When Tired Works
01:08:59 Next Projects and Finn Cave
01:10:52 Trips and Dreamcatcher Goals
01:13:59 Finger Rehab Reality Check
01:15:06 Wrap Up and Bonus Episode
01:18:18 Host Training Update
01:22:08 Final Thoughts and Signoff

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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.

-

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.

-

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

-

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!