On a mountain surface or indoor climbing wall, good quality, well-fitting personal climbing gear is basic to safe and enjoyable rock climbing or sport climbing.

Feb 7, 2010 - Kalyani Candade

Rock climbing is a challenging sport, but this makes it a wonderful workout for the whole body. Here is how to get started.

Mar 29, 2011 - Jane Barlow

Discover exactly what bouldering is and why people rock climb on boulders. Learn what it takes to start bouldering, including gear, techniques, safety, and where to go.

Jan 25, 2010 - Alli Rainey

If you're looking for tons of moderate, well-bolted, super-fun sport climbs look no further than, of all places, a dude ranch in the heart of Arkansas.

Mar 8, 2007 - Shelly Dwyer

Rock Climbing in Santa Barbara: awesome views, perfect weather, good climbing. What more could you ask for?

Feb 23, 2011 - Robert Beno

Battling rock or building skills on an indoor climbing wall, understanding mountain climbing equipment is critical to fall safety. More on safety climbing harnesses

Feb 6, 2010 - Kalyani Candade

The safest, easiest way to learn how to climb for both adults and children is to sign up for a short and inexpensive rock climbing lesson at an indoor rock climbing gym

Nov 25, 2008 - Alli Rainey

At the end of a rock climbing trip or climbing season, evaluating your performance can yield a solid climbing fitness program for the off season.

Nov 28, 2010 - Alli Rainey

Improve athletic performance by keeping a training journal. Record goals, workouts, competition results, and state of being. Use a training journal to enhance progress.

Feb 11, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Climbing at your gym's upcoming competition? Whether you're a beginner climber or a seasoned competitor, learn how to prepare for your next indoor climbing gym showdown.

Apr 5, 2010 - Alli Rainey

The challenge of mountain climbing is very different from the thrill of an indoor climbing wall. A guide to climbing techniques, rock climbing gear, climbing accessories

Feb 1, 2010 - Kalyani Candade

Improve athletically through mental training. Learn about goal setting, the training journal, meditation/visualization, positive affirmations, and recommended reading.

Jan 7, 2009 - Alli Rainey

If you prep and plan accordingly, you can rock climb with ease and fun.

Dec 21, 2011 - Sara Anastasia Ferrer

You've selected a climbing area and arranged transportation. Now consider making these additional plans for an even more satisfying rock climbing trip.

Oct 17, 2010 - Alli Rainey

Rotating a hoop around various parts of the body is a lot of fun and the resultant benefit of exercise and fitness is a bonus. Learning to Hula Hoop is easy.

Feb 15, 2010 - Pauline Mascarenhas

If you think you're too busy to train for rock climbing, think again. Learn how to incorporate rock climbing training exercises into your daily schedule.

Sep 12, 2010 - Alli Rainey

Discover how strong, fit legs can help improve your climbing and prevent climbing injuries. Learn some at-home leg exercises that can lead to better climbing performance.

Jan 4, 2010 - Alli Rainey

Get better at rock climbing by using a rock climbing training program. Components include training climbing techniques such as good footwork, among other key focus areas.

Aug 28, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Rock climbers looking for inexpensive climbing holds for the home climbing wall can create their own rock climbing holds out of rock and wood in a few simple steps.

Nov 30, 2008 - Alli Rainey