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A young man in a white shirt and glasses falls while bouldering indoors, shown in three sequence shots: hanging on, slipping off, and sitting on the ground giving a thumbs-up.
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A man gestures while talking to two others on a Boston indoor climbing gym floor, with a person bouldering on a wall in the background.
Climbing,

Climbing and Community: The Boston Indoor Climbing Scene

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Analog Connections: Boston’s Indoor Climbing Scene Boston knows a thing or two about athletic excellence. Climbing...

3 Min Read
A person with tattooed arms performs a low lunge yoga pose for beginners Pilates, resting their hands on two black yoga blocks.
Fitness, Yoga,

A Beginners Guide to Mat Pilates

Written by: Kenzie Bicher In our last post, we talked about the benefits of a consistent Pilates practice. Now...

4 Min Read
A person in a yellow shirt is bouldering on an indoor climbing wall with various colored holds at an Austin rock climbing gym; more climbing walls are visible in the background.
Climbing,

How to Start Rock Climbing in Austin

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Step Onto the Pads: How to Start Rock Climbing in Austin Austin is one of...

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A person wearing dark clothes climbs a rocky surface—perhaps one of the best places for Austin climbing—reaching with one arm while their legs dangle. Small green plants grow in crevices of the rock.
Climbing,

The Best Places to Go Rock Climbing in Austin

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Central Texas Limestone: A Local’s Guide to Rock Climbing in Austin  The city of Austin...

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A person with blonde hair in a white tank top does a seated forward bend on a yoga mat, reaching for their foot during a Signature Yoga session. A red die is visible on the floor beside the mat.
Yoga,

Bouldering Project’s Signature Yoga Classes

Written by: Kenzie Bicher   Bend, Don’t break.  Our yoga classes are designed for flexibility, mindfulness, and strength. Gradually...

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A person with tattoos and glasses does a plank exercise on a mat in a gym, showcasing the functional benefits of Pilates, with another person blurred in the background, suggesting motion and intensity.
Yoga, Fitness,

The Functional Benefits of Pilates

Written by: Kenzie Bicher The Functional Benefits of Pilates Pilates is a buzzword that pops up everywhere. If you've...

4 Min Read
Several people stand and sit near a large indoor bouldering wall with colorful climbing holds, embodying the vibrant atmosphere unique to climbing gyms. Two men face the wall, possibly planning their route and showcasing a different kind of fitness compared to traditional gyms. Other climbers and spectators are visible in the background.
Fitness, Yoga, Climbing,

Climbing Gyms vs. Traditional Gyms: Why Fitness is Shifting to the Pads

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Rock climbing gyms have exploded in popularity over the last decade, not only because climbing...

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A person in loose clothing lies on their back on a mat, smiling with arms and legs up, in what appears to be a playful or relaxed pose. The image is in black and white, capturing a moment that highlights the importance of bouldering safety even during casual practice or rest.
Climbing,

Afraid of Falling? What Beginners Need to Know About Bouldering

Written by: Kenzie Bicher What about bouldering scares you? Heights. Not knowing what you're doing. Feeling unsure of yourself. Looking...

4 Min Read
Four people stand at a climbing gym’s front desk, where two staff members assist customers discussing a weekly training routine for climbers. Climbing walls and gear are visible in the background under bright lights.
Yoga, Fitness, Climbing,

The Best Active Things to Do in Brooklyn

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Movement In The Borough: The Best Active Things to do in Brooklyn For New Yorkers and...

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A person in shorts and a yellow shirt grips a handle attached to stacked weight plates at a gym, preparing for a strength exercise as part of a weekly training routine for climbers. Another person stands in the background near gym equipment.
Climbing, Fitness, Yoga,

A Weekly Training Routine for Climbers (Including Yoga)

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Step Into the Lab: A Balanced Weekly Training Routine for Climbing You can learn a lot...

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Three men stand indoors, facing brightly colored climbing walls. One points toward the walls while another holds a drink can, perhaps discussing how to choose the right climbing gym. The scene is well-lit with a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
Climbing,

How to Choose the Right Climbing Gym in Your City

Written by: Kenzie Bicher Any good climbing gym is a place to sweat and climb, but a great gym transforms...

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Two young men sit on the floor of an indoor climbing gym, smiling and watching something off-camera. Climbing gear and a phone—perhaps with tips on how to get started indoor climbing—are nearby. Another person climbs a blue wall in the background.
Climbing,

How to Get Started with Indoor Climbing

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz Stoked on rock climbing but aren’t sure where to start? The sport can feel intense and...

4 Min Read
A woman in black athletic clothes climbs a blue indoor bouldering wall with large red holds, while colorful climbing walls and rope climbing setups highlight the difference in climbing styles in the background.
Climbing,

Bouldering vs Rope Climbing: What’s the Difference?

Written by: Anne Riddle-Cruz It’s a classic debate: What’s the best way to rock climb?  There’s lots to consider when...

4 Min Read
A woman in athletic clothing is bouldering on an indoor climbing wall in Seattle, gripping blue holds with both hands and feet while two large red holds are visible to her left.
Climbing,

A Local’s Guide to Indoor Climbing in Seattle

Written by: Kenzie Bicher If you live in Seattle long enough, climbing stops feeling like a hobby and starts feeling...

5 Min Read
Two women in athletic wear practice one of the best yoga poses, upward-facing dog, on mats in a bright studio. An instructor assists one climber, while yoga blocks rest on the wooden floor beside them.
Yoga,

Best Yoga Poses for Climbers

Written by: Samantha Feinerman Yoga can help climbers increase flexibility, stability, and strength. It’s also one of the best...

4 Min Read
A woman in athletic wear practices yoga for climbers on a mat indoors, performing an upward-facing dog pose, with two blurred figures beside her also in yoga poses, all working to improve strength against a backdrop of curtains.
Yoga,

Yoga for Climbers: Improve Mobility, Strength, and Performance

Written by: Samantha Feinerman Training for climbing isn’t all about strength.  Routine maintenance work and self-care are just as...

4 Min Read
A woman in athletic clothing climbs an indoor bouldering wall, gripping red holds as she engages key rock climbing muscles for support. Focused and suspended above padded flooring, she demonstrates a challenging rock climbing workout.
Climbing,

What Muscles Does Rock Climbing Work?

Written by: Kenzie Bicher What Muscles Does Rock Climbing Work? The answer: just about every muscle. Your body acts...

4 Min Read
A person in blue shorts and a black tank top is climbing a colorful indoor bouldering wall, gripping holds with one hand while their body extends outward. Bouldering is known as one of the best workouts for a full body workout.
Climbing,

Why Bouldering is One of the Best Full Body Workouts

Written by: Kenzie Bicher Intro Think of the wall as your vertical laboratory. This lab is your opportunity to...

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Two women in athletic wear smile and fist-bump in an indoor rock climbing gym, surrounded by others. Colorful climbing holds brighten the walls—perfect for anyone exploring a beginner’s guide to bouldering.
Fitness, Climbing, Yoga,

Beginner’s Guide to Bouldering: What to Expect on Your First Visit

Written by: Sofie Schachter Welcome! Climbing for the first time can be intimidating - we’ve all been there. But...

4 Min Read
Two people are exercising indoors, each squatting with a kettlebell in hand—train smarter and climb stronger with these climbing exercises. The photo is softly focused; the front person is barefoot, while the one behind wears sneakers.
Fitness,

Best Exercises for Climbing: Train Smarter, Climb Stronger

Written by: Abbie Chipps  For any climber, whether you just got a membership for Christmas or have been a...

6 Min Read
A woman in a blue tank top and black leggings climbs an indoor bouldering wall covered with numerous handholds and footholds, similar to those found on a climbing training board. She reaches up with her right hand, her ponytail swinging.
Climbing,

From Beginner to Advanced: Mastering Kilter Board Climbing

Written by: Abbie Chipps Kilter boards are interactive climbing training walls that users control with a smartphone app. They...

5 Min Read
A boy climbs an indoor bouldering wall, reaching up with one hand while gripping holds with his feet. In the brightly lit climbing gym, a climbing training board is visible in the background near another climber.
Climbing,

How to Choose the Best Rock Climbing Training Board for Your Goals

Written by: Elise Rehberg From finger warm ups to building explosive power, to training climbing technique, training boards are...

3 Min Read
A group of people practice Hot Fusion Yoga indoors on mats, performing a forward bend with arms clasped behind their backs. The motion blur conveys movement and energy in the bright studio, with yoga blocks visible on the floor.
Yoga,

Exploring the Power of Hot Fusion Yoga

Written by: Elise Rehberg Bouldering Project is a space built around movement for community. An interconnection of climbing, fitness,...

2 Min Read
A blurred image shows a group of people practicing yoga indoors, using yoga blocks to increase flexibility as they stretch forward on their mats. The photo captures movement and focus, highlighting the pursuit of both physical and mental clarity.
Yoga,

Heated Yoga Benefits: From Flexibility to Mental Clarity

Written by: Elise Rehberg Yoga asks you to stretch, balance, push, pull, and immerse your thoughts into the moment...

3 Min Read

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