Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Expert training and climbing tips from renowned coach and international best-selling author, Eric Hörst. Learn more about his latest book, Training For Climbing: physivantage.com/products/training-for-climbing
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THIS EPISODE RUNDOWN: 0:50 - Cafe & Kuchen! 1:20 - About the original Cafe Kraft in Germany. 2:30 - About PhysiVantage nutrition for climbers - why these products are uniquely effective to support your training and climbing. 5:40 - Overview of Supercharged Collagen -- how it can benefit climbers by supporting connective tissue recovery and strengthening. 10:15 - Importance of eating protein-rich foods, and only using supplements to make up a deficit. How much protein do you need per day? 11:40 - Overview of Weapons-Grade Whey complex -- designed for post-workout and bedtime use to support strength gains and muscle recovery. 14:00 - What about Vegans? Overview of plant-based POWERPLEX. 17:05 - Overview of ENDURE X, all-natural "beetroot plus" formula for improving blood flow, oxygen kinetics, and aerobic power for route climbs and recovery between intermittent intense efforts. 19:53 - CRUSH pre-workout supplement for focus and clean, no-jitter energy. 23:00 - If you're training right, then performance nutrition can make a big difference. What things you should consider? 23:50 - Eat quality foods first. Supplement to fill in the wholes and support optimal recovery and performance. Learn more about PhysiVantage products and save 10% with checkout code "SAVE10" here: physivantage.com/pages/supplements-for-climbers
************** YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED! **********************
25:15 - What role does fat play in the diet? 28:30 - How to reduce muscle bulk and lose weight? 30:05 - How best to make hangboard Repeaters progressive? 33:40 - How important is protein before going to bed? 37:10 - How much Creatine is okay to consume without negative results? 39:00 - On strength training days, how much different exercises can I do for a muscle group? 40:45 - Any advice for stir-crazy youth climbers stuck indoors? 42:15 - Can I do finger hangs on a pull-up bar? 43:20 - What injury might I have suffered in my shoulder from a slip during a Gaston move? 46:20 - What can I do to prevent leg cramping? 48:00 - Thank you to all PhysiVantage customers for supporting the brand!
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SPONSOR: Visit PhysiVantage performance nutrition and learn how our products can help you gain strength, increase endurance, accelerate recovery, and make you more injury resistant. Save 10% with code: SAVE10 -- physivantage.com
FREE eBook: 10 Must-Do Exercises for Climbers: physivantage.com/blogs/news/free-e-book-download-offer-for-physivantage-insiders
Eric's Training for Climbing website: trainingforclimbing.com
Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing twitter.com/train4climbing
Expert training and climbing tips from renowned coach and international best-selling author, Eric Hörst. Learn more about his latest book, Training For Climbing: physivantage.com/products/training-for-climbing
EPISODE time-stamps below -- Scroll down!
Click SUBSCRIBE and "ring the bell" for notification of future video releases and Livestream Training Café episodes!
THIS EPISODE RUNDOWN: 0:50 - Cafe & Kuchen! 1:20 - About the original Cafe Kraft in Germany. 2:30 - About PhysiVantage nutrition for climbers - why these products are uniquely effective to support your training and climbing. 5:40 - Overview of Supercharged Collagen -- how it can benefit climbers by supporting connective tissue recovery and strengthening. 10:15 - Importance of eating protein-rich foods, and only using supplements to make up a deficit. How much protein do you need per day? 11:40 - Overview of Weapons-Grade Whey complex -- designed for post-workout and bedtime use to support strength gains and muscle recovery. 14:00 - What about Vegans? Overview of plant-based POWERPLEX. 17:05 - Overview of ENDURE X, all-natural "beetroot plus" formula for improving blood flow, oxygen kinetics, and aerobic power for route climbs and recovery between intermittent intense efforts. 19:53 - CRUSH pre-workout supplement for focus and clean, no-jitter energy. 23:00 - If you're training right, then performance nutrition can make a big difference. What things you should consider? 23:50 - Eat quality foods first. Supplement to fill in the wholes and support optimal recovery and performance. Learn more about PhysiVantage products and save 10% with checkout code "SAVE10" here: physivantage.com/pages/supplements-for-climbers
************** YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED! **********************
25:15 - What role does fat play in the diet? 28:30 - How to reduce muscle bulk and lose weight? 30:05 - How best to make hangboard Repeaters progressive? 33:40 - How important is protein before going to bed? 37:10 - How much Creatine is okay to consume without negative results? 39:00 - On strength training days, how much different exercises can I do for a muscle group? 40:45 - Any advice for stir-crazy youth climbers stuck indoors? 42:15 - Can I do finger hangs on a pull-up bar? 43:20 - What injury might I have suffered in my shoulder from a slip during a Gaston move? 46:20 - What can I do to prevent leg cramping? 48:00 - Thank you to all PhysiVantage customers for supporting the brand!
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SPONSOR: Visit PhysiVantage performance nutrition and learn how our products can help you gain strength, increase endurance, accelerate recovery, and make you more injury resistant. Save 10% with code: SAVE10 -- physivantage.com
FREE eBook: 10 Must-Do Exercises for Climbers: physivantage.com/blogs/news/free-e-book-download-offer-for-physivantage-insiders
Eric's Training for Climbing website: trainingforclimbing.com
Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing twitter.com/train4climbing
