>>11694
I have been indoor/outdoor rock climbing for the last.....4 years? My best advice is as follows:
-Stretch a fucking lot, otherwise muscle cramps are guaranteed, gotta stay loose and limber.
-Equipment; Now most rock climbing places will offer shoe and harness rental. If you plan to do it more than a few times invest in a good pair of climbing shoes. They should be a half size to a full size smaller. Trust me, loose shoes mean no foot grip and that blows. Also Chalk bag is essential, otherwise your hands get to sweaty and you slip a lot.
-Start out bouldering(without a harness climbing) to get into the groove and to get comfortable with the holds.
-Don't be surprised if you don't make it for longer than 20-30 minutes your first time. Climbing is a intense sport that uses a lot of muscles you normally don't. It's really good for building core strength.
Best of luck to you brother, climb well.
I have been indoor/outdoor rock climbing for the last.....4 years? My best advice is as follows:
-Stretch a fucking lot, otherwise muscle cramps are guaranteed, gotta stay loose and limber.
-Equipment; Now most rock climbing places will offer shoe and harness rental. If you plan to do it more than a few times invest in a good pair of climbing shoes. They should be a half size to a full size smaller. Trust me, loose shoes mean no foot grip and that blows. Also Chalk bag is essential, otherwise your hands get to sweaty and you slip a lot.
-Start out bouldering(without a harness climbing) to get into the groove and to get comfortable with the holds.
-Don't be surprised if you don't make it for longer than 20-30 minutes your first time. Climbing is a intense sport that uses a lot of muscles you normally don't. It's really good for building core strength.
Best of luck to you brother, climb well.