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A handbook for getting started with indoor climbing, covering techniques, tactics, gear, safety, the importance of one-on-one instruction, mental and physical conditioning, self-assessment, and more, with photographs, and discussions of progressively advanced techniques.

"The Climbing Bible: Practical Exercises by Martin Mobr�aten and Stian Christophersen is a collection of exercises designed for developing technique and strength for climbing. It is illustrated with over 200 photos, and features insights from the authorsand other top climbers. Also included is a section for children and young climbers"-- "The Climbing Bible: Practical Exercises by Martin Mobråten and Stian Christophersen is a collection of exercises...

The only conditioning book a rock climber needs! Rock climbing is one of the most physically challenging sports, testing strength, endurance, flexibility, and stamina. Good climbers have to build and maintain each of these assets. This is revised and updated edition of the classic book, Conditioning for Climbers, provides climbers of all ages and experience with the knowledge and tools to design and follow a comprehensive, personalized exercise program....

Today's sports are all about pushing yourself to the limit. But some athletes insist on going even further - to the extreme.

Describes the history, equipment, competitions, and practice of sport climbing, both in climbing gyms and outdoors on rocks.

A New York Times BestsellerA dramatic, inspiring memoir by legendary rock climber Tommy Caldwell, the first person to free climb the Dawn Wall of Yosemites El Capitan “The rarest of adventure reads: it thrills with colorful details of courage and perseverance but it enriches readers with an absolutely captivating glimpse into how a simple yet unwavering resolve can turn adversity into reward.” The Denver PostOn January 14, 2015, Tommy Caldwell,...