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In this inaugural Weekend Crushers episode of the T4C podcast, Eric Hörst sits down with Aaron Shamy—an inspiring example of what's possible...
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Training and performance podcasts by Eric Hörst, the internationally renowned author, climbing coach, researcher, and accomplished climber of more than 40 years.

In this inaugural Weekend Crushers episode of the T4C podcast, Eric Hörst sits down with Aaron Shamy—an inspiring example of what's possible...

After a winter of disciplined training, stronger fingers, improved fitness, and high motivation, most climbers head outdoors expecting break...

Spring climbing season is here—and it's time to translate all those winter training gains into real performance on the rock. In this episode...

In this episode, Eric Hörst and nutrition science graduate student Jonathan Hörst discuss the newly updated U.S. dietary guidance and the co...

If there's one podcast you listen to this week, I hope it's this one! I'm genuinely proud of this episode, as it distills some of the most p...

In this second installment of a two-part series, Coach Eric Hörst takes the high-level systems philosophy introduced in Episode #122 and bri...

This episode is the first in a two-part deep dive into designing a comprehensive, long-term systems approach to training. Coach Eric Hörst u...

Modern athletes know that strength and endurance alone aren't enough. The ability to generate power efficiently, resist injury, and recover...

If you're a connoisseur of steep routes, this episode is for you! We've assembled a "Red River Pump" roundtable that reveals the training me...

Learn five powerful lessons for achieving big, difficult goals that I took away from watching Girl Climber -- the new film that chronicles E...

After nine years as an NFL offensive lineman for the Falcons, Commanders, and Jets, Wes Schweitzer has traded 330-pound trench battles for c...

Nothing is more elemental to climbing than fear. The fear of falling, getting hurt, failing, looking foolish, or simply facing the unknown c...

Coach Hörst shares 15 game-changing tips to elevate your climbing this season. Performance gains aren't made solely in the gym. As Coach Hör...

What does it take to break through to the next climbing grade? With each new milestone, the challenge grows harder—but potentially more rewa...

The podcast is a classic Eric Hörst tour de force of climbing wisdom! No matter your ability level, training background, or goals, listening...

In this episode, I reveal a powerful — and often overlooked — strategy for developing the mental, technical, and tactical skills needed to l...

Welcome to the first episode in a special series of performance-focused conversations with my friend, Dr. Thomas Cunningham. In this fast-pa...

Dear Listener, How about -- together -- we all try to SEND 2025? In other words, let's try to upgrade our thoughts and actions in all we do...

In this brief episode, I invite you to join my "Send 2025" New Year's Challenge! JOIN the SEND 2025 CHALLENGE by filling out this brief Goog...

The title of this podcast may have you thinking "WTF?" Well, this is a special episode of the T4C podcast...and I think you're going to real...

In this episode, coach Hörst shares 13 little things that can make a BIG difference when it comes to sending your near limit—or, perhaps, be...

One of the ironies of climbing performance outcomes is that as hard as you've physically trained in preparation, the outcome often hinges on...

This 20-minute flash episode will delve briefly into two topics: 1. Popular training biohacks, including sauna use, cold plunge, and intermi...

This 15-minute flash episode will delve briefly into two topics: 1, Stretching for climbers -- learn what to do and when. 2. Recent injury t...

In this Flash episode, I'm going to talk briefly about raising happy, healthy kids with a passion for climbing! There's no "right" way to ra...

This month, I'm serving up multiple "Flash Episodes" of the T4C podcast -- released weekly -- that you can consume in less than 20 minutes....

What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations for Ryan Devlin as he closes in on completing h...

Many enthusiastic climbers work hard to level up their performance year over year, and some of us invest great time, effort, and resources i...

To celebrate the 100 th episode of the T4C podcast, I wanted to serve up a powerful, comprehensive, yet easily digestible and actionable lis...

When it comes to climbing, no single piece of gear is more influential on your performance than your shoes. Getting the right shoe fit and f...

In this episode, Coach Hörst shares his recent unique training day in the Front Range of Colorado. Eric will contrast the remarkable late-af...

The quality of your contact with the rock is paramount when it comes to climbing performance. Strong muscles, on-point technique, and a conf...

Lean in dear listener...and enjoy the most transparent Training For Climbing podcast ever! In this engaging episode, Coach Eric Hörst shares...

Do you want to level up in climbing...and across the board in your life? Many folks use the fresh start of a new year to set some goals and...

What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations for a training client of mine (Ryan Devlin) as...

In this episode, I detail 7 Training, Performance, and Nutrition Mistakes Common Among Climbers. I'll admit that I've been guilty of a coupl...

In this episode, I'll share some insider insights from the Canadian Climbing Medicine (CCM) Symposium held in Squamish, BC this past August....

What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations (for Ryan Devlin) as he projects his first 5.13...

For many climbers, Autumn is the season of sending. With the start of "send season" just 6 weeks away, this episode will describe a few keys...

For many of us, Summer is the season of climbing roadtrips. Whether you're venturing across North America, Europe, or Asia, visiting new cli...

The topic for this Flash edition can be summarized in this simple, but powerful concept: You can NOT train optimally for peak performance in...

Imagine going from having no project climb...to sending perhaps your hardest-ever route in just a few short weeks. That's the unusual story...

What's it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my prescription for one 5.12 climber looking to project -- and send -...

It's a question I get asked all the time: "Will doing some running (or other cardio) help my climbing performance?" Giving a proper answer d...

In this fascinating episode, Eric Hörst provides a deep and thoughtful overview of the research on the role genetics plays in sports prowess...

If you're passionate about improving your training, elevating your climbing, and advancing in other important life areas....then this is a m...

In this fast-paced episode, Eric details 7 end-of-climbing-season mistakes that you don't want to make! Becoming aware of common training mi...

You have been waiting all week to get out to get outside and climb! You've been training hard and your stoke is high to top some great bould...

Do you work or school full-time during the week, then on the weekends set off on a mission to climb your hardest? If so, then you've surely...

In this episode, coach Hörst shares 13 little things that can make a BIG difference when it comes to sending your near limit—or, perhaps, be...