The Process of Dealing with Fear while Bouldering (Video)

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Written By Kris Hampton

Bouldering can be scary. Hell, just about anything can be scary. For me, the process of dealing with fear is almost always about exposure in small increments. Do a little more, whatever you’re only slightly uncomfortable with, each attempt.

In this video, I find the height, the out of control nature of the move, and the strange landing to be too much, so I slowly work into it.

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Kris Hampton

A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering.  Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11. 

Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks.  He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.

http://www.powercompanyclimbing.com
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