The Campus Board: training friend or foe of dedicated young climbers? What is the evidence? Read more »
Campus boards are great for strength training but can seriously damage your fingers if used inappropriately. Read more »
Children and adolescents are not mini-adults. Audry Morrison has some recommendations for monitoring the training of dedicated young climbers. Read more »
Medical professionals united under a common interest in climbing at the BMC Climbing Injury Symposium 2016. In a year when climbing enters the Olympics, growth and development were the key themes; specialist physio Paul Welford reports. Read more »
Friction blisters on the feet are a common and potentially serious complication of mountaineering and other outdoor activities. Most people will experience blisters at some point in their pursuits and will adapt their socks, footwear and foot hygiene accordingly. Read more »
It isn’t just winter that brings threatening weather to the British hills. Summer storms can be fatal – so what should you do to stay safe? Read more »
Fingers took centre stage, and feet had a supporting role, as European experts gathered in Manchester at the third BMC Climbing Injury Symposium on 15-16 November. Tom Bond, BMC Climbing Wall Committee Chair reports. Read more »
What goes up sometimes comes back down: accident and injury can strike at any time, but what does it take to get back on top? Read more »
Now the winter is fast approaching, all but the most tenacious of climbers will scurry indoors. But just how safe is indoor climbing, and how can you avoid injury? Read more »
A climbing injury can have a lasting impact both physically and mentally. Overcome your setbacks with the help of Rebecca Williams, clinical psychologist and climbing instructor. Read more »
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