Allyson Gunsallus | The Challenges of Parenting as a Climber

 
 

Allyson Gunsallus is a mom and climber who is directing and producing a film series called Hand Holds: Climbing After Parenthood, with the aim of benefitting parental and maternal wellness in the community.  Currently shooting, with plans to release in spring 2025, this free-to-watch series will feature interviews with well-known climbers to uncover how families address logistical challenges, issues like postpartum recovery, and more – topics rarely explored in climbing media.

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CHAPTERS

(0:00) Theme

(0:36) Introduction

(1:40) Guest Introduction

(3:32) Hand Holds Name Origin

(8:48) Parenting for the Second Time

(14:35) Modeling Passion

(19:16) What is Hand Holds?

(28:13) Who will be profiled?

(30:18) Goals for Hand Holds

(48:03) Where will it be? How can we help?

(53:05) Wrap Up

(54:34) Theme


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Kris Hampton

A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering.  Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11. 

Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks.  He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.

http://www.powercompanyclimbing.com
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