Ever wonder what it takes to break through the hardest routes? In this episode, elite climber and coach Jen Wood shares the tactics that took her from tough projects to climbing 8c and beyond. Jen breaks down the practical strategies she uses, showing how they can be applied by anyone working on a project, regardless of grade. Whether you’re pushing through the 6s or aiming for 8s, this episode offers valuable insights into building momentum, mastering outdoor sessions, and refining your approach to projecting.
Topics Covered:
Jen shares how consistently climbing outdoors, even just twice a week, has transformed her approach and improved her ability to recognise climbing techniques and tricks.
Jen explains how she has built her climbing capacity and improved her skills on higher grades.
The importance of knowing when to push through difficult moves and how breaking down routes into manageable sections can make hard sends more achievable.
Accessing Try-Hard Mode, and how Jen started power screaming and learning to push her limits.
For more insights into the world of climbing, projecting strategies, and mental resilience, listen to the full episode on all major podcast platforms.
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