A spectrum of exercises to train contact strength.

From coach Nate Drolet and Tension Climbing, the obvious next progression in campus training is here.

Steve Bechtel has a new book out: "Logical Progression: Using Non Linear Periodization for Year Round Climbing Performance."

Limit (or Max) Bouldering is a tough exercise for many people to connect with, and is probably the most misunderstood exercise in your training plan.

Steve Bechtel and his co-author Charlie Manganiello tell us how, why, and when deadlifting is beneficial for climbers.

In this, our inaugural episode of The Power Company Podcast, we talk with pro climber Carlo Traversi.

So we’ve talked about campusing, but how do we actually implement it?

Not many people who are campusing understand exactly what plyometrics are.

Simply put, strength training should be a key part of your training, but not your entire plan.

Let's talk about when and why you might want to make the switch to using the smaller rungs.

The campus board's bad reputation arises from misuse.

I test my theory that a better way to system board for power would be to treat it more like bouldering, but on mirror-image symmetrical walls.

My thoughts on training had gotten maybe too complicated.  Too many exercises, not enough focus on the basics.

Should I be investing more time and focus on the hangboard and other sport specific exercises? Ryan Palo answers.

Can you simultaneously be in an intense training cycle and realistically expect to perform your best?  Doubtful. 

Anonymous said:What are you doing in terms of forearms, the weakest link for probably 99% of climbers?

Build the muscles, then ask them to work harder... that's the plan.

Despite the fact that the climbing I most often do is steeped in endurance, I can never have too much power.

ARC (Aerobic Restoration and Capillarity) is the new buzz word around my gym.

A reader asks for opinions on his proposed training plan to prepare for climbing at the Red.