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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 the first-ever book to provide climbers of all ages and experience with the knowledge and tools to design and follow a comprehensive- personalized exercise program. Part One covers the basics of physical conditioning and goal-setting. Part Two takes readers through warm-up and flexibility routines- entry-level strength training- weight loss tips- and fifteen core-conditioning exercises. Part Three details climbing-specific conditioning- with twenty exercises to target specific muscles of the fingers- arms and upper torso to develop power and endurance. An entire chapter focuses on the antagonist muscle groups that help provide balance and stability- and prevent muscle injury. This section also has a chapter devoted to stamina conditioning- increasing the climbers endurance at high altitudes. Part Four shows how to put together a customized training program to suit the climbers needs.The book includes workout sheets for Beginner- Intermediate- and Advanced skill levels- tips for children and those over age fifty- secrets of good nutrition and an insiders take on avoiding injuries. Eric Horst is a performance coach who has helped thousands of climbers. His published works include Learning to Climb Indoors- Training for Climbing- and How to Climb 5.12. He lives in Lancaster- Pennsylvania....