Dear Friends! Though we may have never met, we are connected through our shared passion for climbing. Over the last 30 years I have "talked training" with thousands of climbers and I'm proud to have helped tens-of-thousands of individuals around the world improve their climbing through my books, magazine articles, seminars, and this web site.

T4C has partnered with leading handhold and wall manufacturer NICROS to produce the Training Center and monthly TC Beta e-newsletter. Below are links to a few recent training articles; click the Articles link above for a complete index. Follow the Multimedia link for Podcasts and the Books link to learn more about my books. Enjoy! --Eric Hörst

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Overview of Training for Big Walls
The physical demands of wall climbing are as different from those of bouldering, as running a marathon differs from the 100m dash. Muscular endurance and stamina are the primary physical constraints in wall climbing, whereas power and max strength are most essential for bouldering. Read on >>

The Importance of "Cameling Up" Before Climbing
Whether you are training indoors or climbing outdoors, sustaining proper hydration is essential for optimal performance, injury prevention, and recovery. Studies have shown that even slight dehydration results in reduced concentration, fatigue, and reduced strength. Read on >>

New NEXGEN2 Hangboard to Crank Up Your Training!
Perhaps the best training board ever designed, the NEXGEN2 has an amazing variety of features and a sweet differential texture that your fingers will love. Read on >>

Finger Tendon Pulley Injury & Treatment
Considering the incredible mechanical loading placed on our fingers when climbing, it should be no surprise that they are a common site of injury. The A2 pulley injury is particularly pesky to resolve. Read on >>