The Crossover Between Jiu-Jitsu and Climbing by Kelsey Hanson
Over the past year of introducing members of the community to the Jiu-Jitsu Collective at The Front, I’ve found that the reactions to the new offering all seem to fall into one of three categories. The least surprising is the look of mild confusion as the apparent contrast between a nominally non-contact sport and a full-on combat martial art […]
Strength Training: Why It Matters for Mountain Athletes by Trainer Erin Storck
Feeling like you’re plateauing in your sport? Are you still not making any noticeable progress, sending your projects, or getting faster on the trails no matter how hard you try? Or maybe you are plagued by injuries and can’t figure out why? You’re not alone in your search for a progression breakthrough, but how can […]
Top 5 Nutrition Mistakes Climbers Make – Hayden James of Satiate Nutrition
Are you making the most of your nutrition? Climbing requires a tremendous amount of focus, determination, and hard work. As such, your diet can and should be optimized to complement your efforts, provide your body with the tools for success, and make you feel good. The way in which we fuel ourselves season over season […]
Why Choose Physical Therapy? By Adam Schiltz of Rogue Rehab
Who is controlling your healthcare? This is quite a loaded question because it includes aspects of government, big corporations, personal understanding, and access, among many other things. The scenario where you see your primary care physician and they have all the time in the world to review your health history, thoroughly evaluate your complaints, and […]
Class in Session: Your Best Rest
This week’s post continues to delve into fundamental movement skills. In the previous edition of our Class in Session blog series, you learned how to improve breathing and footwork. Today, you will learn how to improve and effectively execute: 1. Handhold Use 2. Balance and Resting 3. Movement Initiation Remember from the Plan it Right blog that movement drills are […]
Give your “Summer Body” New Meaning
Spring is right around the corner. This is the time of year we start daydreaming of cool mountain lakes, desert climbing trips, and adventures deep into the backcountry. Occasionally, our daydreams turn to anxiety that stems from the idea of chasing down the unrealistic, yet idealized “summer body.” What is a “Summer Body?” Let’s be […]
Social Distance and Send
We currently asking guests and members to keep social distancing protocols at the top of mind. There may be times when your favorite route already has climbers on either side, or an area has already reached full capacity – in those cases, we ask for your willingness and openness to try something new! Our facilities […]
Youth Climbing Improves Physical & Mental Health
Climbing Improves Performance The Front’s youth programs create an exciting and inclusive environment where participants can have fun, make friends, and improve their well-being. The physical activity, concentration, and problem-solving that your child discovers through climbing can help with physical and mental health during this trying year. Our youth are enduring profound change, a loss […]
Class In Session: Plan It Right
In this new education series, our Adult Programming Manager, David Farkas, will be supplementing our climbing skills class curriculum with regular articles to help you get the most out of your indoor climbing. The inaugural Fall/Winter series will focus on Planning, Skills, Fitness and Strategy. NOTE – Part 1 of this series contains climbing lingo […]
Training Your Mind with Dan Mirsky: Visualization
If you read my last article about the powers of mental training, then odds are you’ve already discovered the benefits of using your brain to accomplish your goals. Focusing on your breathing in order to stay present and grounded is an introduction to the larger practice of utilizing your mind to prepare for physical activities, […]
