Welcome to Episode 3 of the “This or That” series, where Tom Randall delves into the complex debate route climbers often face: Should you prioritize endurance or strength training and what are the benefits and drawbacks of each? In this comprehensive episode, Tom explores both of the training methods, examining how they can affect climbing performance, style, and long-term development.

Key topics covered in this episode:

• The benefits and drawbacks of strength training for route climbers
• The advantages and disadvantages of endurance training for route climbers
• The impact of each training method on climbing performance, style, and recovery
• Finding the right balance in your training regimen to suit your individual goals and physiology

Equip yourself with the knowledge to make well-informed decisions about your route climbing training. Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel to get more This or That” series episodes to take your climbing performance to new heights!

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