--- title: The Sendy Times (3) description: Expand your climbing knowledge with training tips and tricks from Movement's instructors, trainers, and coaches. (3) --- [![Movement Logo](https://blog.movementgyms.com/hubfs/Logo/Movement-Logo-H-RGB-Teal-White.svg)](https://movementgyms.com) - [Why Us](https://movementgyms.com/why-us/) - [First Visit](https://movementgyms.com/first-visit/) [Choose Location](https://movementgyms.com/location-finder/) - Categories - Follow Us - [Subscribe](https://movementgyms.com/subscribe-to-our-blog/) - [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) - [Start Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/start-climbing) - [Climbing Gear](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-gear) - [What's New](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/whats-new) - [Fitness & Yoga](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/fitness-and-yoga) - [Training For Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/training-for-climbing) - - The Sendy Times Expand your climbing knowledge with training tips and tricks from Movement's instructors, trainers, and coaches. [Subscribe](https://movementgyms.com/subscribe-to-our-blog/) - Categories - [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) - [Start Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/start-climbing) - [Climbing Gear](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-gear) - [What's New](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/whats-new) - [Fitness & Yoga](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/fitness-and-yoga) - [Training For Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/training-for-climbing) - Social - - [Subscribe](https://movementgyms.com/subscribe-to-our-blog/) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/high-volume-vs-low-volume-understanding-volume-in-climbing-shoes) [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [Start Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/start-climbing) | [Climbing Gear](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-gear) ## [High Volume vs Low Volume: Understanding Volume in Climbing Shoes](https://blog.movementgyms.com/high-volume-vs-low-volume-understanding-volume-in-climbing-shoes) By: [Erin Ergun](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/erin-ergun) How your climbing shoes fit can make the difference between a great session and a down-right painful one. A well-fitting pair of shoes keeps your heel locked in, your foot supported, and allows your movement on the wall to be the focus. Many shoe fit issues come down to one overlooked factor: volume. 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It helps keep your hands dry so you can stay focused on the next move—especially when the holds get a little more demanding. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/hunting-for-the-right-climbing-chalk) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/hunting-for-the-right-climbing-chalk](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/hunting-for-the-right-climbing-chalk) ![Happy Climbers | Subscribe to the Movement Blog!](https://blog.movementgyms.com/hubfs/IMPACT/Blog-Lead-Magnet.jpg) #### Subscribe to Our Blog! Get the latest climbing news, tips and tricks straight to your inbox. [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/a-perfect-sunday-in-the-presidio) [Climbing Community](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-community) | [Fitness and Yoga](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/fitness-and-yoga) ## [A Perfect Sunday in the Presidio](https://blog.movementgyms.com/a-perfect-sunday-in-the-presidio) By: [Movement Staff](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/movement-staff) There’s something special about ending your weekend surrounded by nature—especially when that nature lives in the heart of San Francisco. Nestled inside Presidio National Park, our San Francisco climbing gym offers an experience you can’t find anywhere else in the city: climbing, movement, and recovery, all steps away from miles of trails, iconic views, and historic landmarks. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/a-perfect-sunday-in-the-presidio) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/a-perfect-sunday-in-the-presidio](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/a-perfect-sunday-in-the-presidio) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-care-for-your-climbing-shoes) [Rock Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/rock-climbing) | [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [Climbing Gear](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-gear) ## [How to Care for Your Climbing Shoes](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-care-for-your-climbing-shoes) By: [Movement Gyms](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/movement-gyms) Let's face it—climbing shoes can get funky. While your climbing partner may not be running for the hills, there's a good chance they can detect the faint aroma of French cheeses emanating from your neglected footwear. The good news is that a few simple steps can take your shoes from funky to fresh. Let's dive in. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-care-for-your-climbing-shoes) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-care-for-your-climbing-shoes](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-care-for-your-climbing-shoes) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/open-hand-full-crimp-and-three-finger-drag-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter) [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [Climbing Technique](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-technique) ## [Open Hand, Full Crimp, and Three-Finger Drag: What They Are and Why They Matter](https://blog.movementgyms.com/open-hand-full-crimp-and-three-finger-drag-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter) By: [Hunter Price](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/hunter-price) If you've been climbing for a little while, you've probably heard someone mention crimping or even been told to stop doing it so much. And if you're newer, you might not have thought much about your grip at all. You're just holding on however you can. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/open-hand-full-crimp-and-three-finger-drag-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/open-hand-full-crimp-and-three-finger-drag-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/open-hand-full-crimp-and-three-finger-drag-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-start-lead-climbing-3-beginner-friendly-tips) [Lead Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/lead-climbing) | [Rock Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/rock-climbing) | [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [Climbing Technique](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-technique) ## [How to Start Lead Climbing: 3 Beginner-Friendly Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-start-lead-climbing-3-beginner-friendly-tips) By: [Erin Ergun](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/erin-ergun) So you’ve been putting in the reps top roping, building confidence, and eyeing those draws on the wall. Lead climbing can be an exciting and rewarding next step in your climbing journey. Leading challenges you both physically and mentally, and because it comes with more risk than top rope, learning the right systems, building good habits, and having a solid belay partner really matters. The good news? You don’t have to rush into it. Like any new climbing skill, learning to lead climb safely is all about progression. In this guide, we’ll walk you through three approachable ways to start lead climbing to build your skills, confidence, and comfort on the wall. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-start-lead-climbing-3-beginner-friendly-tips) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-start-lead-climbing-3-beginner-friendly-tips](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/how-to-start-lead-climbing-3-beginner-friendly-tips) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/do-i-need-to-be-strong-to-start-climbing) [beginner climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/beginner-climbing) | [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) ## [Do I Need to Be Strong to Start Climbing?](https://blog.movementgyms.com/do-i-need-to-be-strong-to-start-climbing) By: [Hunter Price](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/hunter-price) It's one of the most common questions we hear from people considering their first visit. And the answer is straightforward: NO. (Surprising, right?!) Climbing looks like it requires almost superhuman strength when viewed from the outside, but once you learn proper technique and body mechanics, it becomes something you'll fall in love with. Climbing is unique because it's a sport that builds the strength it requires as you progress. You don't arrive with it; you develop it by showing up. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/do-i-need-to-be-strong-to-start-climbing) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/do-i-need-to-be-strong-to-start-climbing](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/do-i-need-to-be-strong-to-start-climbing) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-rock-climbing) [Rock Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/rock-climbing) | [Climbing Community](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-community) | [Start Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/start-climbing) | [mental health](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/mental-health) ## [The Mental Health Benefits of Rock Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-rock-climbing) By: [Amelia Gale](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/amelia-gale) Whether you’ve been climbing for a few days, years, or decades, you’ve likely felt the physical changes that come from pulling on plastic or rock. But as climbing has moved more into the mainstream light, another aspect has gained attention: the mental changes. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-rock-climbing) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-rock-climbing](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-rock-climbing) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/y-do-you-board-climb) [Training for Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/training-for-climbing) | [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [Climbing Technique](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-technique) ## [Y Do You Board Climb?](https://blog.movementgyms.com/y-do-you-board-climb) By: [Nik Berry](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/nik-berry) Board climbing has boomed in popularity—and for good reason. It allows us to stay in one place while gaining access to more than 36,000+ problems (at the time of writing), all while sharing the same user experience with climbers around the world. These boards also distill climbing down to its rawest form, demanding a tremendous amount from our bodies. This intensity is why many of the best climbers spend the majority of their training time on boards. They are an exceptional tool for targeting the most critical strength components required to climb harder: finger strength, power, contact strength, and core strength. [Read More](https://blog.movementgyms.com/y-do-you-board-climb) Share - Close - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/y-do-you-board-climb](mailto:?body=https://blog.movementgyms.com/y-do-you-board-climb) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.movementgyms.com/why-you-should-hire-a-climbing-guide-for-your-next-trip) [Rock Climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/rock-climbing) | [Climbing Tips](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/climbing-tips) | [outdoor climbing](https://blog.movementgyms.com/topic/outdoor-climbing) ## [Why You Should Hire a Climbing Guide for Your Next Trip](https://blog.movementgyms.com/why-you-should-hire-a-climbing-guide-for-your-next-trip) By: [Erin Ergun](https://blog.movementgyms.com/author/erin-ergun) Are you hoping to get outside in the coming months? Whether it’s your very first day at the crag or you’re a seasoned climber planning a trip somewhere new, hiring a guide can completely transform your experience. Climbing guides bring a wealth of knowledge to any outdoor adventure. They know the best routes at every grade, how to move efficiently through a crowded crag, and how to manage technical systems safely and smoothly. They’re not just strong climbing partners, they’re instructors, mentors, and often your biggest cheerleaders when it counts. 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