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#### Riley Meyer

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## [I used to dread climbing approaches, but now I live for them (and some tips so you can too)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/i-used-to-hate-climbing-approaches-but-now-i-love-them)

 By: [Riley Meyer](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/riley-meyer)

The climbing approach, the trail or walk in to the base of an outdoor rock climb, can be a weird concept for newer climbers who have learned in a gym setting. I’ve heard from some that it can be intimidating climbing outside the gym because there is so much more you need to know and it can take some time before you can get there. But approaching the crag is one of my favorite parts of any excursion.

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