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A podcast for the average rock climber featuring the training and nutrition information the everyday climber needs to know. Hosted by Lauren Abernathy, Head Coach and Founder of Good Spray Climbing, and Certified Nutrition Specialist, Caitlin Holmes. Come to learn about climbing, stay for the goofy antics. You’re in for a good time.

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Latest Episodes

The ultimate performance marker of energized climbers: work capacity.

From what it means, how to build it, and how to know if you need more of it - we're teaching you how to make work capacity work for you!

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If your nutrition looks good on paper but you're still feeling "blah" - this episode is for you.

We're digging into why "eating enough" doesn't always cut it when it comes to keeping you energized - and we're taking a couple side quests into caffein... more

Let's get technical AND tactical - this week we're breaking down the most common ways climbers waste energy on the wall. From footwork faux pas to tactics to resting skills - we're  giving you some actionable tips to climb more efficiently - so you c... more

You don't get better at climbing while you train - you get better when you leave the gym and start recovering. However, it's possible that your recovery strategies aren't helping as much as you think they are. So in this episode, we'll be showing you... more

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Recent Guests

Shannon Smith
Expert ski coach and founder of Range Fitness
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Episode: Ep 85: Ski Training 101 with Coach Shannon Smith
Kris Hampton
Kris is the host of the Power Company Climbing Podcast and has been climbing since the 90s.
Power Company Climbing
Episode: Ep 83: All things granite with Kris Hampton, "granite is a rental car"
Chelsea Murn
Experienced climber known for her significant achievements in bouldering.
Episode: Ep 82: How to Solo Boulder Outside with Chelsea Murn
Dru Stulb
A coach in Houston, Texas and enthusiastic climber.
Momentum Silver Street
Episode: Sends and Suffers: Ep 85 Coaching Youth Insights and Experience Sharing with Mario Stanley and Dru Stulb
Evan Ingerson
Physical therapist and rock climbing specialist
The Climbing Project
Episode: Ep 78: Should you climb with pain? How to do it and when to get help with DPT Evan Ingerson
Juliet Hammer
Coach, V12 climber, former national competitor
Episode: Ep 60: How to crush at being a short climber with Juliet Hammer, CSCS
Parker Farabee
Doctor of physical therapy and co-owner of Neuro Base Camp Physical Therapy.
Neuro Base Camp Physical Therapy
Episode: Episode 52: Overtraining vs. Under-recovering and physical therapy red flags, "not just a shark" with Dr. Parker Farabee
Dr. Davis Ngo
Doctor of physical therapy and professional climbing coach
Self
Episode: Episode 50: Using pain to heal, highball bouldering, ego climbing, and dealing with fear. “Don’t tell my mom about this” with Dr. Davis Ngo
Dr. Lara Pence
Clinical psychologist with a doctorate and over 23,000 clinical hours working with athletes and high achievers.
Coaches Collective
Episode: Episode 49: training with your humanity in mind and coaching comprehensively, “more than a jiffy” with Dr. Lara Pence

Hosts

Lauren Abernathy
Head Coach and Founder of Good Spray Climbing; climbing coach and fitness professional; host with deep coaching experience.
Caitlin Holmes
Certified Nutrition Specialist; co-host with a focus on fueling, nutrition science, and practical diet guidance for climbers.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 315 ratings
  • The best climbing podcast!

    Can’t even adequately describe my love for this podcast! Lauren and Caitlin are funny, relatable, and always provide helpful insight and cover topics that are relevant for climbers of all skill levels. I always learn something that I can apply directly to my training, climbing or nutrition while listening just feeling like I’m hanging out w some friends. Thank you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tallgirlbeta
    United States3 months ago
  • My favorite!

    Lauren and Caitlin are fun, informative, and always entertaining. Big fan of the fun facts! They share so much helpful information that has helped me level up my climbing BIG TIME. Very grateful for these two!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ErinG27
    United States4 months ago
  • exceptional podcast

    These two ladies have created a fantastic podcast that focuses on diet and training for climbing, including tid bits on tricks to have a better day at the crag. Their format is easy to follow and quite entertaining and educational. Thank you for creating and hosting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Savanna deg
    United States6 months ago
  • Delightful climbing training podcast

    There’s so many climbing podcasts out there these days. But none are quite as good at striking the right balance between fun and informative. Lauren and Caitlin have managed to create something so delightful and zany that I’m constantly grinning and giggling as I listen. Never before has climbing (and non climbing!) knowledge been so enjoyable to absorb. Eagerly awaiting the next episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Astarblaze
    United States6 months ago
  • A Craggin Good Time

    This podcast is so informative and entertaining. I love listening to very knowledgeable women share their wisdom with the rest of us average climbers. Each episode inspires reflection on the topic, something I don’t always get with other podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sthrgrl
    United States9 months ago

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The show is praised for humor and chemistry between hosts, making complex topics approachable.
Listeners value actionable tips they can apply to training and nutrition.
Overall sentiment highlights consistency, relatability, and motivation to climb more effectively.
Guests and coaching insight are seen as credible and helpful.
The format is described as entertaining, informative, and supportive for average climbers.

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How to Become a More Energized Climber Episode 1: Are you energized?
Q: What do you notice in your clients when they make changes that give them more energy?
Caitlin notes that clients often focus less on body image and more on climbing performance, letting go of perfectionism in their diet.
How to Become a More Energized Climber Episode 1: Are you energized?
Q: What does it mean to you personally to feel energized?
Caitlin describes feeling energized as having a clear mind and a springy body, excited for the climbing session ahead without distractions from hunger or other thoughts.
Top 3 Holiday Training Tips
Q: What if you have less time than an hour for a workout?
Stick around for tip number three where specific emergency workouts will be discussed.
Top 3 Holiday Training Tips
Q: What do you feel for you personally is the hardest thing about being an athlete during the holiday season?
Generally having to negotiate with family about training time, leading to doing nothing often.
Ep 83: All things granite with Kris Hampton, "granite is a rental car"
Q: What do you think feels extra challenging about granite?
You don't get as many opportunities to calibrate for granite.

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