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Why would someone get an A4 injury rather than an A2 injury? Isn't the A2 the most likely to get injured when crimping? In this #short, we discuss one of the most common reasons someone would get an A4 pulley strain or tear. It usually has to do with hyperextension of the DIP joint (the finger joint furthest from your knuckles).
Some people are naturally more prone to DIP hyperextension when crimping, while others have the unfortunate habit of full crimping almost every hold to make up for poor half-crimp and open-hand strength. Frequent hyperextension of the DIP joint while pulling hard on crimps can put a lot of excess strain on the A4 pulley.
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Why would someone get an A4 injury rather than an A2 injury? Isn't the A2 the most likely to get injured when crimping? In this #short, we discuss one of the most common reasons someone would get an A4 pulley strain or tear. It usually has to do with hyperextension of the DIP joint (the finger joint furthest from your knuckles).
Some people are naturally more prone to DIP hyperextension when crimping, while others have the unfortunate habit of full crimping almost every hold to make up for poor half-crimp and open-hand strength. Frequent hyperextension of the DIP joint while pulling hard on crimps can put a lot of excess strain on the A4 pulley.
// MORE INFO //
For more content like this as well as in-depth blog writeups and links to research articles, go here: hoopersbeta.com
// PRIVATE PT CONSULTS //
Want an in-person or e-consult with Jason? Go here: hoopersbeta.com/private-sessions
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// DISCLAIMER //
As always, exercises and rehab programs are to be performed assuming your own risk and should not be done if you feel you are at risk for injury. See a medical professional if you have concerns before starting a new training or recovery program.
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and
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![How to Train Finger Strength for Climbing [Block Pulls Guide]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I_-YapmymjA/mqdefault.jpg "How to Train Finger Strength for Climbing [Block Pulls Guide]
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⚠️Block pulls? No hangs? Farmer crimps? Edge lifts? Arm lifts? What the heck are these things called?
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⌛ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro and Overview
01:04 A brief note about Dan and this video
PART 1: CONTEXT
01:49 Background Info: Why are no hangs so popular now?
02:44 Relevance: Why should I do this exercise?
07:21 Why this video is freeeeeee!!
PART 2: BEFORE YOU BEGIN
08:27 Equipment: What gear should I use?
09:53 Holds: Should I do pinches, pockets, monos, or crimps?
11:20 Edges: What size edge should I use?
11:34 Grip: Which type of grip should I use?
12:09 Bonus: How should I mount the weight?
PART 3: GETTING STARTED
13:25 Form: How do I perform no hangs properly?
14:57 Style: Should I do short reps or long holds?
PART 4: FIRST SESSION
16:46 Estimate: Should I do the same weight as I do on the hangboard?
18:24 Initial Testing: How do I figure out my working weight?
21:51 Subsequent Sessions: How do I structure future workouts?
PART 5: PROGRAMMING
24:27 Session Scheduling: When should I do this?
24:48 Frequency: How often should I do this?
25:16 Long-Term: How long should I do this?
25:56 Bonus: Should I combine this with other finger training?
PART 6: PROGRESSION
26:45 Basic Progression: How do I keep improving?
28:38 Advanced Progression: What if basic progression stops working?
31:55 Intuitive Progression: How do I manage real-world variability?
32:53 Outro: Special thanks to Mesa Rim North City!
📝 SHOW NOTES
Episode 128
https://www.hoopersbeta.com/library/how-to-train-finger-strength-with-no-hangs
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
As always, exercises and rehab programs are to be performed assuming your own risk and should not be done if you feel you are at risk for injury. See a medical professional if you have concerns before starting a new training or recovery program.
#fingerstrength #climbingtraining #blockpulls")
![How to Train for Climbing [Full Body Guide ft. Dan Beall]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Iy8wi_u5oFI/mqdefault.jpg "How to Train for Climbing [Full Body Guide ft. Dan Beall]
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Videos mentioned:
Core Strength vs. Body Tension (Ep. 123): https://youtu.be/jwyd40EBnlI
⌛ TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 Intro and Overview
00:00:36 Basic Context & Programming Advice
00:02:06 Upper Body: Vertical Pull (Anatomy)
00:03:01 1. Vertical Pull: Relevance
00:03:48 2. Vertical Pull: Exercise Recommendations
00:04:45 3. Vertical Pull: Exercise Demo
00:06:05 4. Vertical Pull: Bad Form
00:07:04 5. Vertical Pull: Progression
00:09:21 6. Vertical Pull: Rep Range
00:10:03 7. Vertical Pull: Final Note
00:10:30 Upper Body: Horizontal Pull (Anatomy)
00:11:18 1. Horizontal Pull: Relevance
00:13:47 2. Horizontal Pull: Exercise Recommendation
00:14:57 3. Horizontal Pull: Exercise Demo
00:17:31 4. Horizontal Pull: Progression
00:19:59 5. Horizontal Pull: Rep Range
00:21:30 Upper Body: Shoulder External Rotation (Anatomy)
00:22:07 1. Shoulder External Rotation: Relevance
00:23:23 2. Shoulder External Rotation: Exercise Recommendation
00:24:36 3. Shoulder External Rotation: Exercise Demo
00:27:20 4. Shoulder External Rotation: Progression
00:30:25 Upper Body: Compression (Anatomy)
00:31:48 1. Compression: Relevance
00:32:35 2. Compression: Exercise Recommendation
00:33:47 Upper Body: Push (Anatomy)
00:34:45 1. Push: Relevance
00:36:02 2. Push: Exercise Recommendation
00:37:39 3. Push: Exercise Demo
00:38:30 4. Push: Easier Variations
00:41:58 5. Push: Rep Range
00:42:23 Upper Body: Fingers, Hands, Wrist (Anatomy)
00:43:41 1. Fingers: Relevance
00:44:32 2. Fingers: General Recommendations
00:45:24 3. Fingers: Programming & Progression
00:47:48 4. Fingers: How to Get Started
00:49:14 5. Fingers: Hangboard Form
00:51:59 Lower Body: Push (Anatomy)
00:52:57 1. Leg Push: Relevance
00:53:47 2. Leg Push: Exercise Demo
00:54:30 3. Leg Push: Progression
00:54:50 4. Leg Push: Final Note & Progression
00:55:43 Lower Body: Pull (Anatomy)
00:56:41 1. Leg Pull: Relevance
00:57:21 2. Leg Pull: Exercise Demo
00:57:27 Lower Body: Toe Hook (Anatomy)
00:58:33 1. Toe Hook: Relevance & Recommendations
00:59:41 2. Toe Hook: Quick Technique Demo
01:00:25 Lower Body: Heel Hook (Anatomy)
01:01:47 1. Heel Hook / Hamstrings: Relevance & Recommendations
01:03:22 2. Heel Hook / Hamstrings: Exercise Demo
01:05:52 Lower Body: Hip Abduction & Adduction (Anatomy)
01:07:02 1. Hip Abduction/Adduction: Relevance
01:07:49 2. Hip Adductors: Exercise Demo
01:08:39 Dan Beall Coaching Info & Conclusion
📝 SHOW NOTES
Episode 125
https://www.hoopersbeta.com/library/how-to-train-for-climbing-full-body-guide
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
As always, exercises and rehab programs are to be performed assuming your own risk and should not be done if you feel you are at risk for injury. See a medical professional if you have concerns before starting a new training or recovery program.
🖼️ IMAGE ATTRIBUTIONS
Anatomy Images (WikiCommons): Anatomography, CC BY-SA 2.1 JP, via Wikimedia Commons
FHL, gastrocnemius, peroneals, tibialis: Polygon data were generated by Database Center for Life Science (DBCLS)[2], CC BY-SA 2.1 JP, via Wikimedia Commons
Quads: BodyParts3D/Anatomography, CC BY-SA 2.1 JP, via Wikimedia Commons
Hamstrings: BruceBlaus, CC BY-SA, via Wikimedia Commons
Adductors: Beth ohara, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ankle and Toe Extensors: OpenStax College, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ankle Movement: Connexions, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons")
