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That's Not Real Climbing

Jinni Xia
Climbing
Competition Climbing
IFSC
Bouldering
Paraclimbing
Climbing Competitions
Mental Health
Olympics
World Cup
Route Setting
Speed Climbing
Rock Climbing
Climbing Holds
Chaz Misuraca
RP3 Classification
Climbing Commentary
Daniel Boldyrev
Alana Yip
Blindness
Mad Rock

A glimpse into everything behind world of competition climbing.

Hear from setters, organizers, athletes, and everyone in between to learn about this fast-growing sport!

For further discussion, check out the comp climbing Discord at discord.gg/QTa668g8zp.

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Meagan Knecht and C Lad are both level 5 belayers in the USA who are also helping out with belay training videos for World Climbing. In this episode, we’ll debunk the myth that women can’t belay men or heavier climbers, we’ll learn about the problems... more

Max is a World Climbing routesetter from Great Britain who most recently set for the bouldering world series in Bern 2026 and will be setting for Salt Lake in October as well. In this episode, we’ll learn about hold shaping, what happened when the Be... more

Sam is an 18 year old French boulderer who just recently won bronze at the 2026 Madrid world climbing series. You may also know him as the youngest person to ever do v17. In this episode, we’ll get insight into the world of new school climbing, how r... more

Andy is a climbing PT and this is his second time on the podcast. This time, he’s here with new research to talk about why youth climbers are maybe overdoing it with the climbing training, what early arthritis looks like, and the surprising dangers o... more

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Max Ayrton
World climbing routes setter from Great Britain
World Cup/IFSC route setting
Episode: Max Ayrton - "Alternative" Climbing Moves Are SO In
Samuel Richard
18-year-old French boulder climber, World Cup bronze medalist, known for V17 outdoors
French competitive climbing
Episode: Samuel Richard - New School Climbers are LOCKED IN
Emil Abrahamsson
Climber, YouTuber, and organizer of the Fantasy Climbing League
Self-owned content/brand (Abrahamsson)
Episode: Emil + Felix Abrahamsson - ANNOUNCING Fantasy Climbing League!
Felix Abrahamsson
Climber, YouTuber, and co-creator of the Fantasy Climbing League
Self-owned content/brand (Abrahamsson)
Episode: Emil + Felix Abrahamsson - ANNOUNCING Fantasy Climbing League!
Sam Avezou
French boulder and lead climber with multiple world cup medals
French national team
Episode: Sam Avezou - The SECRETS to French Climbing
Jackie Hueftle
Ratsang Director at the Pro Climbing League (PCL) and co-founder of Kilter
Pro Climbing League, Kilter
Episode: Jackie Hueftle - The MASTERMIND Behind PCL Routesetting
Mickael Mawem
French boulder and overall climber, Bouldering World Champion 2023
Professional climber
Episode: Mickael Mawem - An HONEST talk about money in climbing
Rachel Carr
Team GB coach and personal coach to Erin McNeice, with a background in competitive climbing.
Team GB
Episode: Rachel Carr - No high-level FEMALE COACHES??
Emma Edwards
A bulldozer on Team GB, debuting in the Senior World Cup Circuit in 2025 and has already made a World Cup Finals.
Team GB
Episode: Emma Edwards - Prague Finals DISASTER!

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Jenny
Host of That's Not Real Climbing and involved in multiple episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Interessant

    Ziemlich interessant, meine Highlights Matt Groom & Stasja Gejo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wassi13
    Germanya year ago
  • An audio BTS into comp climbing

    I really love this show and the different individual insights your guests offer into their experiences of climbing and competitions. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaeFish1996
    South Africa3 years ago

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#75
Belgium/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#139
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#232
China/Sports

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Andy McVittie - The Kids are Climbing TOO MUCH!
Q: Should folks with hypermobility even climb, and how should they approach training?
Hypermobility can be managed and may even be advantageous with proper control and strengthening; assessment by medical and climbing professionals is advised, and a plan that emphasizes strengthening through controlled ranges and avoiding high-stress positions may allow continued climbing safely.
Andy McVittie - The Kids are Climbing TOO MUCH!
Q: Any generalist advice for adults entering comp climbing to prevent injuries?
Maintain variety across climbing styles (sport, bouldering, easy vs. hard drills), balance technique work with physical training, and avoid overloading too quickly by building up gradually and listening to your body. It's important to include rest and not skip easy or mid-level sessions just to push harder.
Andy McVittie - The Kids are Climbing TOO MUCH!
Q: What are the most common injuries you see in adults breaking into the comp scene, and what general advice would you give to prevent them?
Elbow tendinopathies are common due to repetitive movements; prevention centers on load management, training with variety (different grip types, volumes, and modalities), including technique drills and progressive loading rather than jumping straight into hard problems. A well-rounded plan with easy, medium, and hard work, plus general strength work, helps build robustness.
Emil + Felix Abrahamsson - ANNOUNCING Fantasy Climbing League!
Q: Do you guys want to give a brief overview of what that's going to be like? How points and scoring work?
A Fantasy League works like a mini-game where you assemble a team of athletes within a credit-based limit, and scoring is tied to their placements in World Cups; you choose athletes you think will perform well while managing costs.
Sam Avezou - The SECRETS to French Climbing
Q: What are your go-to recovery routines after climbing?
Sam emphasizes prioritizing sleep, timely nutrition after sessions, and regular physiotherapy and massage as core recovery practices, with overall emphasis on consistency and listening to the body.

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A high-energy look at the competitive climbing scene, featuring conversations with elite climbers, coaches, route setters, and event organizers. Episodes commonly explore training, competition formats, coaching dynamics, and the evolving ecosystem around holds, gyms, and broadcasts. Notable angles include female leadership in setting, para climbing perspectives, and the economics and production behind major events. Listeners gain practical takeaways on preparation, mindset, and industry trends, making it appealing to athletes, coaches, gym operators, and sponsors curious about how top-level competition is shaped and delivered to audiences.

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