Steve discusses the 6 rules that Climb Strong follows to build successful training programs for rock climbers. A proper framework is an essential part of good programming and will make the difference between a effective program and one that fails.
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ABOUT STEVE BECHTEL
Steve is the founder of Climb Strong, and is proud to be the worst coach on the Climb Strong team. A climber for more than 35 years, he has traveled to globe bouldering, sport climbing, and doing first ascents of some of the world's biggest walls.
He is happy when asked, "do you climb trad?" To which he replies, "I've never had much use for it."
He is cofounder of the Performance Climbing Coach organization, and is the author of several books on training for climbing. He lives in Lander, Wyoming, with his wife Ellen, and children Sam and Anabel.