Movement Blog

Looking to swap pulling on plastic for certified organic rock without spending all day in the car?? Good news: Portland is surrounded by a solid handful of local crags, and you can reach most of them in under an hour. Whether you're a new gym climber ready to dip a toe into the outdoor scene or a seasoned sender looking for your next project, your next climb is closer than you think.

Linn Poston stares up at the 60-foot climbing wall, their hands moving from left to right, tracing and committing each move to memory. Poston is a 16-year-old with low vision from Lakewood, Colorado, and one of the top blind paraclimbers in the country. We sat down with Linn and their father, Scott Poston, to discuss winning gold at the USA Climbing National Paraclimbing Championships and what comes next for their family.

You’ve probably seen a bunch of run clubs popping up, and you probably have some climber friends who can’t go a single day without hitting the pavement. Then again, you might know someone who refuses to do any form of cardio that isn’t just the approach to a route or boulder. So, how much does cardio actually help us in climbing?

Summer is for saying yes to new adventures. Whether it's weekend hikes, patio hangs, or finally getting serious about your fitness goals, it’s the perfect time to switch things up. If you’ve been eyeing a new gym, looking for a fresh routine, or just need something that feels fun again then Movement might be your new go-to.

I remember looking 30 feet down at my friends, my fingers and arms were sore from over gripping, there were no colorful plastic rocks, and all that I could think was – Oh this is hard.

Father’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you are a dad, climbing with a dad, or just channeling peak dad energy year-round... You've come to the right blog. The Team at Movement Portland compiled a list of the best (i.e, worst) they got.

In honor of AAPI Heritage Month last month, we’re mixing culture with chalkbags in the most delicious way possible. Inspired by some of our favorite dim sum dishes, we’re breaking down the very real personalities you’ll meet in any climbing crew. So… which one are you?

We dug up some of our favorite old-school climbing holds—the ones that have seen decades of sends, sketchy beta, and questionable route-setting choices—and asked the most important question: What if these holds were zodiac signs? Each sign has its own energy, style, and quirks—just like these legendary grips. From fiery pinches to mysterious blobs, we matched the vibe of each astrological sign with a hold that totally embodies it. Read on - your cosmic climbing counterpart is waiting below.