How To Train For Climbing V4-V5: 5 Drills to develop technique and strength

[@MirrorSound95]

Now this, is quality content! I knew drills existed, but didn't realise in what ways are they effective, this really opened my eyes. I feel like I can see a bridge between all the chads in the gym and me now, which before seemed so unattainable. ty

[@SendEdition]

I’m so glad to help! Thank you so much for your comment, it really means a lot to me :)

[@geodesicmonkey]

As much as I enjoy watching Magnus prove he’s a gecko-human hybrid, I really do wish more KZbinrs like yourself who help everyday climbers got more attention. Keep the faith and keep Sending!

[@SendEdition]

Haha! Magnus is one of my favorites but yes - his skill is a little out of reach for me too. Thanks for taking the time to comment Patrick and I'm glad you liked the video!

[@Cranberrycheesecake1]

The 100 boulders in 100 min would not even be possible in my gym. I'm so jealous of all these videos in quiet gyms.

[@SendEdition]

It would be really difficult to do 100 even if the gym was empty so maybe if you can’t do 100 boulders, try 50 or even just 25.

[@PickleOnTop0]

my gym doesnt even have 100 boulders ):

[@JohannBeute]

@@PickleOnTop0 just climb the same routes over and over again!

[@PickleOnTop0]

@@JohannBeute I can manage it!

[@4D_SpaceTime]

For me its only possible on sunday evening past 8 pm

[@rivergillis7364]

As a new climber I’m breaking into the V4 range (finally sent my first one today!) and it’s awesome to see actual drills I can work on. I have been able to send V2s regularly and have recently been able to send maybe 50% or so of V3s at my gym. I can tell that V4 is definitely a big jump from V3 and down (for me at least) and I’ve been wondering what else I can do besides just keep climbing and working on my technique. Thanks so much for the awesome video.

[@Genital.Wartzenegger]

This channel is a goldmine. I swear every other channel that has elite experts teaching, leave out or overlook so many details and just don’t have a way with words like you.

[@justsugerbaby]

This was so crazy helpful!!! As a women with low strength, I don't like to train pull-ups etc. But your drills sound perfectly doable for me. I'm climbing for 6 months now and can't get past v4. Let's see my progress after your drills :)

[@KetchupKidKyle]

It's been a year, how are you climbing now? 👍

[@danisnotawombat6042]

I fear she gave up on climbing

[@kna_8910]

Sent my first V4 6weeks after I started climbing Really going to try some of these tips because it’s getting tough

[@DannyBPlays]

thank you for these! I've been climbing 6 years almost every week but never been able to do V4's, I'll try these for sure

[@SendEdition]

I’m so glad you like it :) thanks for commenting and I hope you get to send your first V4!

[@thisisgettingold]

My son is 16 and has been climbing for three months and he onsights 5.10c/d and projects V4 🤣

[@kkhchannel4813]

This is very down to earth tips and drills! Climbing videos nowadays are a bit polarized towards the professional and absolute beginner levels. Great to hear tips for improving after the beginner stage! Can't wait to try these out and try to get pass the bottlenecks I'm in now.

[@SendEdition]

Glad you like them and I look forward to hearing if they help! What do you tend to be struggling with, if you don't mind me asking?

[@kensutton4327]

Awesome, Thanks! Loved the jump cuts to Adam screaming hah

[@SendEdition]

Lol, he knows how-to scream 🤣 I’m glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment, Ken!

[@RustyLee101]

Lol. Heaphone warning! Damn near burst an eardrum 🤣

[@kensutton4327]

@@RustyLee101 lol

[@Li-Hu-M-C]

My new gym is more the "norm" and this V4-V5 technique applies quite well. Thanks for making these videos!

[@TheBlackJewelz]

These are actually good drills, not all the same old ones that everyone always talks about. I’m a climbing coach and I wasn’t familiar with the project and pump. Appreciated 👌🏾

[@SendEdition]

Glad you like them!

[@vlaaady]

I did my first V4 today. My biggest helpers so far were a cross training (paddle boarding, but I can imagine 100 V1s too) and ... relaxation before climbing. Relaxed muscles work better, so I do massage and sauna, followed by easy and short warm up before I climb and make sure my muscles don't get tense.

[@yardy88]

Your videos are helpful, cheery, wholesome. Thank you for sharing the contents of your delightful noggin. 😊

[@laurindamasonrealtor1925]

This video was the most helpful and amazing video for my specific issues especially fear

[@ichibanzombiekiller]

I've been getting stuck on v4s and v5s seem virtually impossible. I'm also not at the point that I want to dedicate lifting sessions to get better at climbing, so I really appreciate these alternatives on developing strength and technique that's still fun and engaging. Cant wait to try these drills out as well as the ones mentioned in the other v4-v5 progression video!

[@SendEdition]

I'm so glad that you liked these drills - I find them challenging, which is super fun for me. Let me know how it goes!

[@blairdowis491]

mixing in just some bent over rows and pull ups (assisted or negative ones if you dont have a pull up) to your regular workouts will help a tonnnnnn going from v4 to v5 (speaking from experience)

[@awssrocks]

I started climbing two months ago, your channel really helps! Thank you

[@BodyAndSoL]

Nice, drill dog! Haha, you do love your drills, don't you? I love having options that support my climbing in any way, so right on. Loving this. I purchased one of the gun massager and.... MY.... GOD is it worth the purchase!! I use it after any climbing session where I get really pumped. It has also helped me in recovering faster when I have overworked and my tendons are sore.

[@fufumccuddlypoops5502]

Looking forward to the climbing v6 edition of this video

[@SendEdition]

Yes! I’m not sure if it will be a V6 or a V6-V7 though. What do you think?

[@fufumccuddlypoops5502]

@@SendEdition I think either would work great! I just said v6 since personally I’m working toward that, but if it helps me to get v7 also that’s perfect!

[@maried4284]

​@@SendEdition V6, and then another one for V7 ! No just kidding, V6-V7 would be enough I guess, but now that I finally found a great climbing channel produced by a girl, I want more of these ! You rock, thank you for what you're doing

[@mayuri4548]

your videos are amazing!! I'm going to binge them as soon as I get the time. Thank you for this great content 🙌🙏

[@chrisembryclimbing]

This week I challenged myself to work on endurance and did 3 on, 1 off and 1 on, with the middle of the 3 days focusing on TryHard and projecting without looking at grades. It was a blast and I found that I made significant power endurance. Sure 2 moves further doesn't sound like a lot, but considering it was on an overhang and I physically couldn't do the moves before, even if I didn't stick them, that was big progress in only a week. As for sore muscles and recovery, I've been using Arnica Gel for years and using your skin care suggestions. All I can say, is if I can do that in a week......bring on the year! Try Hard and HAVE FUN! and don't be afraid to fall/fail. It is problem solving after all.

[@RossPotts]

As always, another good video at a more achievable level for me.

[@SendEdition]

I’m glad you enjoyed it, Ross! Thanks for watching and leaving your nice comment :)

[@LeeRilude]

perfect for my session on Thursday, thanks for the tips

[@SendEdition]

I'm glad to help - have fun on in your session!

[@HD-xy5zk]

Thank you so much! I can't wait to try these out!

[@kordoba5143]

Im currently doing level 4 out of 6 but only reach 50-70% of the tops. At level 3 I reach them all, expections of course. I was looking for specific workouts to get stronger at the wall and wacthed a few videos of yours. I made lots of notes and gonna try those tips out for the next few weeks. Thanks!

[@Noizkyatrst]

Thanks for the videos, I've started using your drills and they are helping me push into v4. Keep up the great work and vids!

[@AllOne95]

Great video! Really clear and on point, thanks!

[@nicfitz86]

This is the level I'm currently working on and it's tough! thank you for the drill exercises! Not sure my forearms can handle the 100 in 100 drill but something to work towards and I definitely need to work on endurance anyway - thank you!!

[@SendEdition]

Totally something to work up to - plus, you can easily track progress by seeing how long it takes to climb 100 or how many you can climb in 100 and then test it again in 1-3 months to see if you've gotten any better :) Thanks for taking the time to comment, Nicole! I'm glad you liked the video

[@emilyknights2335]

I don’t think I’ve climbed 100 boulders ever..

[@rachelbrown2658]

This is awesome! I always see people doing drills and never knew what to try. Hopefully this will help progress past my typical plateau!

[@chaosengine4597]

You can always go to these people and ask them what they do and why. If they are real climbing community members, they will happily tell you and even help you on the first couple of tries ;)

[@Maw0822]

As a large climber I'm mostly struggling with crimps and small positive holds, but I don't feel I should do hang-boarding or dedicated finger training yet. I will definitely try these drills!

[@R3drizer]

Great video! It’s really helpful for setting an intent when I go to the gym

[@SendEdition]

Glad it was helpful! and good luck on your next session :)

[@Ga18bo03]

First minute and you have a like hahaha Thanks for the tips, I'm going to try them out.

[@howtogibbon2109]

Nice advice, this probably helps on other levels too

[@SendEdition]

Oh, I totally agree! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment 😊

[@armandocabrera7560]

Awesome tips and awesome editing! cant wait to see your channel grow :)

[@SendEdition]

Thanks so much, Armando!!

[@rhettetherington1351]

Great timing. I'm just starting to do V4's. Another really helpful video. Thanks

[@SendEdition]

Congrats on making it to V4s! I'm glad the video was helpful and thanks for taking the time to comment Rhett

[@Naafun]

"Liking this video helps me AND you". Haven't heard that one before, so true!

[@languagefreeassangeteacher5338]

Important training tips!

[@SendEdition]

I'm glad you liked it :)

[@arielraz5292]

Great video!

[@hregrib]

Very good video!

[@melissaadam8254]

Thank you so much for all of your helpful tips. I love the way you come across, your video edits and overall style. Keep going you are doing a great job. :)

[@SendEdition]

Thank you so much for your kind comment, Melissa. I’m testing a few things right now that I hope work well and I appreciate the feedback :)

[@k.langenegger3893]

I tried the breathing when doing a difficult move, works fantastic, thank you 👏🙂. I couldn't finish the problem, a B3 but I keep trying. In Switzerland we only have 6 steps (B1-B6) so I'm not sure which grade it would be in VS 😜

[@MrKtmberm]

Love your videos

[@stephenbrennan4508]

Thanks I got kicked out of my gym for screaming at kids

[@tarnowskidavidk]

Great video. Thanks for the tips

[@courtclimbs]

Thanks for these drills, I’m really looking to start adding in more drills and strength training to my climbing

[@SendEdition]

That's awesome! I look forward to seeing your progression :)

[@Madxlyn]

I hope to see you at that gym! I've been going there fairly often :)

[@SendEdition]

That’s awesome! Feel free to say hi to me if you do :)

[@Strummify]

Really appreciate this content, dropped a like and sub

[@ejl74]

Great tips. New sub here 🙌🏾

[@WuschelofDespair]

I have no idea if I can climb v4 or v5, I can do alm the blue ones, all the green ones and most of the red ones in my gym 🤷🏻‍♂️😅

[@buckhum55]

I look forward to going full Adam Ondra with my vocals on Saturday nights when my gym is empty.

[@JanDeWilde]

It's much more fun when the gym is packed. Bring a bullhorn.

[@DinoTamer23]

Cool drill ideas! How many of these drills would you recommend combining in one training session? Seems like the 100 Boulder one for instance shouldn’t be combing with more than 1 or 2 other drills for example. Thanks!!

[@lexinator111]

Thanks!

[@EugeneKirpichov]

This is great, thank you! Been really enjoying your videos, and this is right where I'm at. One more drill I found incredibly useful, suggested to me by a climbing instructor, is "one foot balance", climbing with at most one foot on the wall at a time - really forces you to develop the footwork and body movement. Would appreciate if you could do another video on how to incorporate drills into your practice! I've been just doing them for 15 min or so during warmup, is there a better way?

[@SendEdition]

Oo, this sounds like an awesome drill, thanks for sharing! I look forward to testing it out. And that video is in the works, so I'm excited that you are already looking for that :) Do you mind me asking how long your typical climbing sessions are?

[@EugeneKirpichov]

@@SendEdition Oh cool, looking forward to seeing that video! I climb usually 3x/wk, mostly bouldering, about 1.5h total between ~10-15min warmup on easy boulders with drills, ~10-15min on a hangboard, and the rest is harder boulders. Currently doing most but not all v4s in my gym.

[@lookherelooklisten7850]

I can flash every single v4 in every gym I go in my whole city but is so hard for me to do a v5, I done a few or even flashed it but is still so hard, idk why is a such a big gap from v4 to v5 even though I do v4 like is a v2

[@SendEdition]

Everyone has some sort of challenge that is preventing V5 sends so this is a common issue- you're not alone. Not to mention how you feel during the session, your strengths and weaknesses compared to the route setting, and other factors like placing your hips in the perfect position for the perfect engagement. What do you think is holding you back the most?

[@nikkitangtiphongkul1297]

👏like like like

[@MrJosiegirl]

The 100 boulders one do you have to complete them or is trying them sufficient?

[@SendEdition]

You typically have to work up to the 100 Boulder problems. You could even use a bench mark ever time you do the drill to get at least one more Boulder than the last time you did it

[@MrJosiegirl]

@@SendEdition so it's about completing the boulders rather than trying a hundred? Just so I can plan it 😅✨

[@NorthOCkook]

Thanks Adam Ondra for waking up my baby

[@selmastavemlyng2604]

Luv u

[@Buffalo93]

Those are great drills, but to be honest it's seems like hardly enough to get to v5 level, though I might not really know what v5 are we talking about (or how it relates to climbing grade) :)