How hard can Louis static?

Static everything challenge! How hard can Louis climb without his dynamic powers of momentum?
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[@federicobonasera8097]

Static? That was sloth style! 🦥 Unbelievable strength!

[@jellybean3057]

Nah. Not only strength, but the muscle endurance he has is unbelievable.

[@Will_528]

Nah

[@SkarnerTop]

Nah

[@mrmeepmeep2486]

This absolute legend adopted the strictest definition of static possible and smashed it

[@NukerMunkyGames]

People say that Dynos are about brute strength, but what this man does from the 7:00 - 9:00 timecodes is just an unimaginable amount of pure, raw, strength. And it couldn't possibly be further from Dynamic climbing if he tried. Honestly, i'd love to see Magnus have a go at climbing like this.

[@Catherine.Catherine]

I was just thinking that I’d like Louis and Magnus to do a video together where they can only do this style

[@nilsp9426]

Who in their right mind says dynos are about brute strength?

[@NukerMunkyGames]

@@Catherine.Catherine Right? It'd be _awesome_ to see them do a collab video together.

[@robertodelatorre3829]

That red route static was an impressive show of strength and control, hahaha. 7:20

[@jbrew1237]

Video meant to tone down on dynamic magic, yet this static wizardry just has my jaw dropping

[@mtc7598]

Lmaoo the slow-mo heel hook at 7:24, you are a beast Louis!

[@alexcouret]

The amount of body strength to pull that off from this position is pretty insane!

[@Jagknorr]

He looks like a robot learning to climb 😆

[@jakemason358]

This is a testament to how useful momentum is.

[@danielsigursson8512]

I love seeing this kind of troubleshooting in action, especially on the blue block. Great vid!

[@syindrome]

At the start of the video I was like: it's obvious what static is. At the end of the video I have no idea what qualifies as truly static.

[@JustinKoenigSilica]

you just gotta stop moving soon for it to be qualified as static smh

[@syindrome]

You sayin that if I dyno and then stop moving it was actually a static move??

[@JustinKoenigSilica]

@@syindrome sorry, bad grammer. "soon it might as well be considered static only and only if you do not move at all during the movement that one would commonly associate with bouldering, shaking my head"

[@syindrome]

So if I don't move at all during bouldering it is static? But how do I get to the top then?

[@JustinKoenigSilica]

@@syindrome oh my God it's a joke, get a sense of humor.

[@cameltown3641]

went bouldeing for the first time today, almost made it up a V1 but the last hold was just a LITTLE too far for me.

[@owenharris9690]

That is great to hear! Love to see people getting into the sport. Keep it up and that v1 will seem like nothing in no time!

[@craigbritton1089]

Great demonstration of the basics of problem solving: what will push/pull/ keep me in balance moving towards the next holds; what will push/ pull/ keep me in balance from going past the body positions I need to utilize those next holds; and set me up for the next sequence. And often the straight line of a Dyno does a lot to reduce the complex body geometry of multiple triangles and squares. Momentum often cuts the Gordian Knot of complexity. But you have to swing a sharp and accurate line.

[@ChrisCFCF]

Pushing his feet into a blank wall and holding his own weight in one arm, on a mediocre hold, 7:14 damn he is strong.

[@clairebivore]

I like at the end when he said to try this next time you climb... this is literally how I climb all the time - I always try to find ways around dynamic movements haha

[@henryk003]

you should try swinging around a bit more, his other videos have some good tips for getting into it. It truly saves a lot of energy and you'll be surprised at the results.

[@raiyiar]

jesus christ, that was some amazing bouldering absolutely beastly, and taught me a lot about the importance of momentum vs just holding on for dear life

[@originalandfunnyname8076]

2:42 best climbing dance moves xD

[@derekxiaoEvanescentBliss]

I think static should instead be defined by the initial momentum when you release a handhold. I.e. You can release a handhold statically, and grab the next hold while you are falling out. Not "you have to pause before the next hold". I think completely static movement where you can pause at any point in time constrains more than just louis' dynamic magic. edit: not that this lockoff-esque drill isn't good, I'm just saying it overshoots the intended purpose of removing dynamic climbing.

[@chickenmacnuggets100]

Its a good thing to train towards, the pausing, but i agree that anything that does not require juumping is static.

[@mr.pickle6487]

For me static means controlled, i.e, you could stop at any time during the move if you wanted to.

[@holbiss]

10:10 I love how he keeps chalking up while using legs only :D

[@naefaren3515]

That's got a be a GREAT workout in tangent with a dynamic style. Some days of slow, controlled, and just DRAINING movements seem like they'd be a real nice changeup!

[@sambeard4428]

It's cool to see how momentum gives both extra power and adds to performance as well as reduces fatigue (higher power => shorter time of strain). I think Louis is also the perfect example for this, since his climbing is so beautifully dynamic.

[@thomasschuering8199]

Still one of the best "stop motion" movies ever 😂

[@TheTMschannel]

I actually do this as training. It is awesome for lock off strenght, endurance and body awareness, and it trains it all in a really fun way, that often forces you to be creative with betas. I add two other rules as well. #1 no cutting feet #2 everything has to been done in slowmo including footwork. Meaning I can't pull hard up to a hold, lock off, and hover my hand for a second before I grab. It forces you to stabilise throughout the entire movement

[@shredthatguitar4eva]

The strength it takes to do something like this makes it so much more impressive

[@xCoNa14]

That orange beta was entrancing to watch static. Incredible

[@nilsp9426]

I love those little learning moments, I always enjoy them when I climb myself. Needless to say that my climbing brain is probably 1% of the size of Louis's.

[@liammccoart1858]

man moves with strength of an excuvator arm, never seen that before

[@damienleoskyangel9350]

Bravo! That red problem looks incredible hard with static moves!

[@LumixLeo]

He's absolutely cracked my guy!

[@anelivb]

This was the craziest display of strength I have ever seen!

[@Suntas]

Yeah, just gonna hang here for a second to get my breath having my feet up my fucking ears. Unbelivable.

[@paulgaras2606]

I cant wait until im so good that I have to make things impossible in order to challenge myself.

[@jonathanwieringa8808]

This deserves a sub, great effort!

[@ScottValler]

That upside down move to a heel hook was absolutely amazing and inspiring. Now I have something to aim for in a few years. I doubt I'll be able to do that on my third trip ever to the climbing gym next week.

[@damo_climbs]

I ussualy do this after a benchpress/deadlift session to really focus on body position, silent feet and sticky hands. Did it a couple of times and instantly saw improvements in my accuracy. Great vid once again!❤️🤙🏼

[@zhxnick]

I always love watching you climb! Older vid but I’m still commenting on it!

[@SimonHarris44]

I feel like I'm watching Hugh Grant climb and I love it

[@rasmuspreston]

Really entertaining, thank you guys! What a beast doing so well on those problems :D

[@davidw789]

LMAO this was definitely like watching a sloth slowly make its way up a tree. Great job!

[@jacktrussler20]

Always fun to watch you challenge yourself! wonderful video! :)

[@brdw]

This was really interesting. Great idea Mylo

[@mysticdryad2069]

you could probably call this something like a sloth climbing challenge

[@CatalystClimbing]

Love this name!

[@LucyInk121]

My brain kept thinking this was the cantina band from star wars

[@turoni314]

I've been thinking this for a while but I feel like you look like an off brand buffer James Veitch

[@larathompson1981]

ha! you look like every climber at my gym when they put up a combination dyno: they all try to avoid the dyno and go static!

[@TheFoxfiend]

If this guy had a spirit animal it would be a gecko.

[@Mornaewen]

Haha I think this is what I look like on every climb 😅 This is quite eye opening as to how working on gaining more confidence doing dynamic moves could really add ease to my bouldering.

[@DutchBoulders]

In the pink overhang it was like watching a sloth climb! Haha nice challenge

[@nilsp9426]

Personal update: did this drill (doing everything perfectly statically) a lot over the past week and even showed it to a climbing friend. It is mindblowingly helpful for beginners like me.

[@AcidusNovus]

Wow! On that red one 👍🏼

[@36itaycohen]

Great video idea 🤙

[@CatalystClimbing]

Thank you!!

[@nickpetrunin2666]

This video makes a great case for climbing with momentum

[@nicksharman]

I'm holding my breath just looking at this xD

[@torizito9347]

Louis is such a beast

[@tomiokasam2242]

i feel like this man can crack a coconut with his thumb and index finger. the core strength and grip strength is at 99

[@CatalystClimbing]

Unbelievable isn't it!!

[@tomiokasam2242]

@@CatalystClimbing no im a believer cuz I just saw him do it! Lol never challenge the man to a thumb wrestling match 🤣

[@CatalystClimbing]

😂😂

[@strrawberrytekken3698]

This was sick

[@motovr9979]

"Welcome to Jumanji, Nigel Billingsley at your service."

[@HenrikMyrhaug]

As soon as I saw this guy, I just thought: "He doesn't look like a static climber"

[@er4din903]

this was gorgeous to look at. very impressive athletecism

[@hussey5316]

He makes these things looks so easy.

[@TheKamiBunny]

Takes furry felt sheet and rubs myself. "Eh? what was that?" "Not that kind of static?"

[@szpaqus]

you call it a challenge, I call it an average day at the gym :p I am so static in my movements as I have problem with accuracy (and strength) in dynos. I love doing balance climbs :D

[@suchasreallife]

Big lock off using momentum is still static I’d say but who knows, this is ultra static

[@aleperezmoreno2368]

Man, those shoulders

[@SuperKneehow]

lol I wonder what grade these boulders are done static. First challenge one looks like a v12.

[@MrSamucbr]

Hi! I like this idea, is this meant to train/realize where your technique is? or is just a challenge with no more depth to it? I am just starting and not sure if i should keep training normally or this could help me grow a bit faster! Anyways cool content!

[@rebeccaedwards8262]

Super fun video!

[@yaboiturtle8478]

I cannot imagine having that strength

[@RealWorldClimbing]

Knowing when to use momentum and when to go static. Much of it is body intuitive.

[@krismebz8917]

So impressive

[@88Spint]

What a cool challenge!

[@PapaSoggy]

Absolutely outstanding. 👏

[@RossPotts]

Knee bar both sides @7:40

[@linksgrunversifft4270]

I‘d be less strict on judging what is static. Impressive though! Btw I have to do most things static, since I weigh 95 kilos with no mussles worth mentioning lucky me at least I’ve got 1,84m and a good ape factor😅

[@dustinwheeler3833]

not a climber, never have been, but i know it takes mad skills and upperbody strength to pull of slow climbs, gj!

[@Noutelus]

This guy looks to be in his 20s and in his 50s at the same time.

[@Bobdylan12121]

what are the horns coming out this mans shoulders, one look at him and I can tell he's a climber, he's built like a bridge troll.

[@jakebennett4307]

It's Louis "Japan-Women's-Bouldering-Team" Parkinson

[@odonski9611]

foot swaps considered static??

[@88Spint]

Never seen anyone attempt a toehook on his heelhook before :)

[@annikabean7509]

Feels like exactly the way I climb, and also as it is not a good thing in terms auf power usage and stuff hahahha

[@MentalschlankAt]

Nice!

[@Jana-sm8tc]

OMG I love this!

[@captainnemo2034]

Moving like a lizard

[@carsonalexandermuck1136]

Reminds me of a praying mantis

[@chalkisplacebo.6697]

static climbing means figure 4s n 8s

[@laufsteakmodel]

damn. Im done believing Louis is human

[@nilsp9426]

11:30 that foot swap was not static :P I call myself out...

[@BadShrimp]

then neither is 2:20

[@ICe-ph5mr]

👌

[@maxdilcon5679]

This is my climbing wall!!! 😴

[@Thunderd0me]

hello woody allen....

[@oliverbarry7160]

This is the most tired I've seen Louis in a video 😂😂 Definately his anti-style

[@nilsp9426]

It also showcases how much energy you can save by climbing dynamically. I love every boulder that teaches me a little bit of that.

[@georgestone8099]

7:19 doesn't even look real

[@apoorvpro]

Obscene amount of strength... Love the vid

[@hankhill9988]

this guy has climbing cheats on. hes like 14 ft tall and like 87 pounds.

[@maikburbach1348]

You're very hard to yourself. I wouldn't count a "swinging door" as dynamic 😂

[@ratznefumel]

I would agree, but able to slow the momentum down to almost a sloth helps in positioning yourself to control the movement instead of just swing for it.

[@joakogro]

So easy for talls, is simple logic. The moves ststics is more easy for talls! Is real man! Omg wht happen in climbing today!!

[@jonathanhawken]

its annoying watching louis climb, dyno or static its just so easy.

[@dave10134]

his face do not match the body at all

[@ComputerManDanMiller]

This is my favorite drill to do while warming up! Really makes you think hard about body position.

[@DavBotsArcade]

BEEEEEAAAAAAST I bet doing that on the regular would turn you into a gravity defying monster heh.

[@purplelord8531]

tai-chi climbing