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Hows the Book Going?

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Mark Reeves

Obviously this is a popular question that I am getting asked all the time, and the answer really is that I am not too sure. I had absolutely no sense on how things were going, until I sent Franco at … Continue reading →

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Coaching Workshops @ LLAMFF

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Mark Reeves

After chatting to the organisers at LLAMFF, it looks like I am going to be delivering some coaching workshops through the Beacon Climbing Centre. As well as giving a slideshow of Rock Climbing in the Americas. If you are interested … Continue reading →

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When I get pumped/scared/stressed I lose my footwork technique

Posted on December 5, 2008 by Mark Reeves

This is a fairly common situation for even the most experienced of climbers, as the pressure mounts on an ascent the ability to maintain that good and efficient footwork and technique is lost. There are a few climbers who can … Continue reading →

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Learning Good Technique or Unlearning Bad?

Posted on November 21, 2008 by Mark Reeves

Often people who want to be coached want to improve their technique, which in my mind is often the best way to make rapid improvements, as improving how you climb will improve your grade and confidence without the need for … Continue reading →

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