Heather Weidner

How do you train specifically for your route? There are tactics to employ both on and off route.

Send more routes first go with savvy planning and execution.

We all seem to have some notion, likely passed on by a mentor or seen in a climbing video, of how long to rest between boulder problems or pitches, especially at max effort. But do these “tried and true” rules really hold up? And could we be resting smarter?

How Heather Weidner learned to embrace routes that challenged her weaknesses to become a stronger, more well-rounded climber.

Make the most of the strength you've gained climbing inside with these tips for transitioning to real rock.

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Embrace the process to build a productive relationship with redpointing.

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Heather Weidner climbs China Doll in Dream Canyon, Colorado, becoming the 4th woman in history to climb a 5.14 traditional route.

Heather Weidner shares 5 ways to stay healthy on a meat-free diet.

Pro climber Heather Weidner gives advice for expanding boundaries.

How to learn to enjoy the climbing process and not get discouraged by failing

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