How to Improve your crimps INSTANTLY with Body Positioning

Helping my friend brian with his project which involves a lot of crimp holds.
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[@hannes3422]

What a great video. You really are a excellent teacher. Really inspires me to focus on spot on technique.

[@rockentry]

Thank you, It means a lot to me.

[@tianwang]

+1000

[@treeroot4369]

Something everyone knows is that hand and foot placement is important, but this video taught me that knee and elbow placement is also very important

[@Sky.aminii]

Hello🖐

[@RealFoodFamily]

I'm a thirty-something mama of 4 and last month I decided to finally join my husband and the kids with this whole climbing thing. :) I have to admit, I'm totally into it and trying to learn technique as much as possible because dynamic climbing ain't happening any time soon for this mama. We are climbing 4-6 days per week and I'm finally getting over my weight and strength plateaus and I'm overcoming so many fears- heights, falling, etc. I am ADDICTED to your videos right now. Thank you SOOOO much for all you're doing here. I hope it is a fruitful business for you at this point because I'm not finding anyone posting videos for climbing as useful as you are. The comparison videos of "right way vs. wrong way" are incredibly helpful, and the videos for beginners are much appreciated. Many blessings to you!!

[@Val.Kyrie.]

Real Food Family me too! I’m almost 35 and a mommy to a 3 year old boy. He’s a huge climber and I started a couple weeks ago for him (or else he literally climbs the walls and book shelves and boulders the sinks....). He loves it, he’s an absolute natural, we’ve been there every day except when I physically can’t take him. But now I’m finding it more enjoyable for me too, and I’ve been seriously trying to learn. A wall I couldn’t do a week ago, I managed to do because of all these tips and lessons I’ve been studying on KZbin. Good for you and your family! I’m trying to get my friend (her husband used to climb) into it with her kids too!

[@furiousmat]

Very nice comment. When I started about 2 years ago I realized that watching videos really does help a lot. Even if sometimes just by watching the clip it's hard to really get it, little by little these movements enter your psyche and soon enough without realizing how you got here, you'll see some of these moves naturally happen in your climbs. And not so long ago finding good videos that give technical advice was very hard. This channel is very good for this.

[@Ivheh]

Can you not refer to yourself in the third person as “THIS MAMA” pls. I want to feel safe when I come to this website and browse

[@albanelegius7351]

Asmanate whats wrong with her referring to herself as ‘this mama’? (Not trying to be rude just genuinely confused)

[@jmclean6648]

+

[@rockentry]

Hello Friends, Brian was one of my first subscribers when I started rockentry and I just had to share his progress. Proud of ya brian! ;) instagram:@dyno_soares

[@b.saurus1117]

Thank so much for featuring me on your video and for being such an amazing sensei :)

[@rockentry]

You did great my friend! Thank you for the love and support, you rock!

[@michalifabian9646]

Good job!!

[@LindseyEnders]

You killed it! So inspiring. I'm ready to try to go back to the gym and try some crimpy problems now.

[@PJexxx]

Good job man!

[@AlbertMXG]

oh man I laughed so hard with the "see Brian some time ago" as I just saw myself there ... gotta improve technique '-.-

[@GingerTrain]

Really solid coaching advice, I like how you showed bad examples as well so he knows what not to do. I also think it is super important how you emphasized not throwing to holds when you can just spend an extra second re-positioning your body to reach for it statically. It may be a bit harder to do in the moment but it is going to be a lot easier in the long run. Nice video!

[@rockentry]

Yes, Re-positioning is worth it as long as it's necessary and helps for the upcoming moves. Thank you, Much love!

[@rileyrose574]

Brian’s smile literally makes me so happy

[@chrisreynolds2410]

I hear you, I gotta chubby, no homo

[@flflflflflfl]

Interesting, it makes me figuratively happy

[@MrBennyrick77]

this is the kind of break down that is like 1 out of 10000 to find.. Finding anyone you know to talk so specifically through each part is impossible, no one wants the conversation to go that deep. A lot of youtubers climbing, but this kind of analysis is unique. Really appreciate this, I feel climbers are THINKERS, but only when we use BODY POSITIONING FIRST, and STRENGTH Second. I like to use strength first because it seems easy, but watching this body positioning, I need to use this first instead. Love your video, i Subscribed, cheers!

[@wilsonbell4566]

That was such a great video. I have learned so much about the subtle hip shifts that either make or break the send. I Progressed a lot in my climbing from your videos. Much love and appreciation

[@rockentry]

Thank you!

[@caylenbjornsson2182]

Love how humble you're keeping things bro. Another awesome vid!

[@foobeats]

+1 for brian and for the video. Really inspiring, especially the comparison with the old videos. One love

[@joshgudgel]

That animation you used when you got your center of gravity over that heel made it super clear, nice job!

[@whocares973]

Seeing the clip of how he used to climb vs how he climbs now is really great. Seeing the control that he has over his body now is really cool. Another awesome video!

[@brycewood5927]

Great video, and great coaching. Appreciate the breakdown, multiple examples and Brian's stoke (and your stoke in his sucess/progress).

[@brandonjelinek8963]

That was spot on. Great job editing and describing exactly what needed to be done to reduce strain.

[@Haberly]

I love how supportive you are of your friend! Excellent climbing technique from both of you💙

[@LydiaExplores]

You're an amazing teacher - one of the best teachers I've ever known of! Super appreciative of you and your channel :)

[@craiger2399]

His improvement over the older videos is really impressive, and his improvement after your coaching. Thanks for sharing that. Very helpful.

[@glassboxdorito]

super inspiring stuff! always good to be reminded that strength can only get you so far

[@rainkandy]

Oh my god!! I love the way you explained this route!! More please ❤️

[@stephencheung4642]

Just SUPERB videos! I've been climbing for a year now and the way you talk through problems and how to tackle them inefficiently and efficiently are so incredibly helpful. Thanks!

[@weedscientist1]

Fantastic video. Both you and Brian radiate such authentic positivity and stoke.

[@Diplonomads]

what a great video! so cool to actually being able to visualize each point you mentioned in this video! Well done to Brian!

[@indursmindur]

Such a great video. I've been climbing for only six weeks (totally hooked) and this is so useful. The format of starting with Brian, then your climb through including the bad examples, and finishing with Brian sending it is just perfect. Subscribed.

[@sebastianb.2349]

One of the best instructional videos I've ever seen. By showing the wrong way to do it helps a lot to understand when it's properly done.

[@robertogarcia2011]

Great video man! Truly out there to help others! Much love, and keep at it! 💪

[@ShowTheOreo]

I love how you show progression in your videos. Your videos help me work through plateaus!

[@earpluggs]

The smile is strong with this one. Thanks for this vid man! - great insights!

[@bertjelee]

Great coaching and awesome video annotations and editing. Love that one sequence as you rock your weight over and the white circle turns green. Well done!

[@ejl74]

I love watching how much detail goes into your videos! I also Love how your videos have a certain vibe that makes it very unique.

[@rockentry]

Thanks man, A lot of work and love are put into these videos for sure. Appreciate ya my friend.

[@thundercheeks1989]

Absolutely fantastic video. You are a great teacher, man!! Way to go Brian!!

[@dewdropper3614]

The best climbing tutorial I’ve seen on KZbin. Thank you!

[@johanoseroff9081]

Yes Brian!! Send it, cheers from Sweden. Great video as always :)

[@ssaw3008]

Excelent video man! Thanks for taking the time to show us! Cheers

[@ShaXCwalk]

You're the best teacher for climbing I've found so far. Really good explainations and visual edits to show it

[@osmark86]

So positive, humble and helpful. Really love your channel man!

[@rockentry]

Much love man! Thank you.

[@interestedinstuff1499]

I am a fifty year old beginner. A bouldering gym just opened a month or so ago near me. These sort of videos are exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks so much for making them.

[@dtrehalose]

This was a seriously good video. Your analysis is excellent and I love how you show the wrong way to do things as well as the good way.

[@ShallowPlane]

Very useful and a true friend is one that helps you get there on them projects

[@Xeratas]

Watching your videos literally makes me happy. I really not have any other youtuber I where i feel getting happy watching a video. Especially The last part seeing the progress of your friend compared to a year ago. I really felt how my heart got warm. Also always a good reminder how important technique is compared to strength

[@rockentry]

You just made me smile. It makes me really happy to know that other climbers like yourself really enjoy watching my content and brings happiness to you. Makes all the hard work really pay off, I really appreciate you and the love. Have a beautiful day!

[@michaeloconnor9581]

Thank you! Your videos and simple yet effective animations are very insightful. I struggle with the topics you addressed in this video so much, and now I can’t wait to get back to practicing. Keep up the great work!!

[@bsaggers95]

Stumbled across this thanks to the algorithm and instantly subbed, great advice and technique! Also your presentation is flawless, those 8 minutes flew by and left me wanting more. Thanks bro! Keep it up

[@caitlin.hardee]

so smooth and static! love the detailed breakdown

[@TheCatalangamer]

Damn, I'm working between v2-v4 but you made this V6 look doable. Looking at the video from your mate a year ago, it felt like looking at myself. It inspired me to try and get more control over my climbing

[@ENZOmasta]

This channel deserves more views. Love the details in every video

[@XLJimmyHat]

Great video, really appreciate what you're doing for the climbing community

[@feastmode7931]

soooo stoked. great info. cheers to both of you! i am where brian was a year ago but started really focusing on getting smooth, static sends. it's been fun. and informative for my weaknesses.

[@rockentry]

Keep at it my friend and you will progress and start moving smoothly up the wall. Slowly but surely, thats for sure!

[@okzsub949]

Subbed. This is an excellent video and your overdub is well written and clearly spoken. Thank you for sharing I definitely learned something here.

[@rockentry]

Thanks for subscribing and welcome!

[@Pshady]

Always love the right and wrong examples. Was great to see the before and after of your friend, total transformation!

[@again7pyms]

Wow. What a helpful, graceful and classy video 😃😍 it was a joy to watch 😁

[@Fawcs]

I think this was one of your best videos so far! A really great example of technique and body positioning, keep up the good work :)

[@rockentry]

Thank you!

[@billjensen51]

Love seeing people progress in climbing like this. Very cool.

[@Fenrir133]

Great video, much better than some of the more professionally produced ones. The slow, explained body position shifts with a comparison to muscling your way up really helped. Thanks for uploading

[@keithl3789]

Been looking for a technical video like this forever, this is amazing!!

[@elizabetholson4851]

Your video technique is very helpful. I like the juxtaposition of what to do vs. what not to do. Thanks for all you do!

[@adamgarcia1270]

Hey man really well put together video! I've been climbing for a long time and have been focused on getting stronger for a little while now, but this inspired me to continue brushing up on technique. Keep up the good work!

[@jennboomz]

WOW! I learned so much just watching this short video. Nicely done!

[@Britmysta]

I know this is an old video, but it is my first time seeing it and my first exposure to your channel. I subbed because of Brian's joy, lol. Happy to learn more climbing techniques and watch more sends!

[@mahxylim7983]

this break down is so good :) great video!

[@jeffreymacdonald2352]

awesome video man! im only a little over a year into climbing and I found this vid so helpful. I think I'm turning the corner from being a beginner powering through routes to a climber who knows that technique and diligence will get me doing tougher routes and make my climbs more enjoyable. so thank you for these tips!

[@shrop]

Super helpful. Thank you. Great Progress on Brian's part!!

[@alexsika7160]

I enjoy watching your break down move by move for problems. I literally practice a lot of the techniques you speak about when I go bouldering. Thank you for all the great content!

[@rockentry]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@erikdejong9754]

Just subbed! Getting into climbing and you make me realize I can get by with technique not just strength!!

[@fitzgeraldzamorlouis8929]

Thanks this video was really helpful. I am having a hard time with the crimps hold and with your video i have learn the important of body positioning !

[@Jojo11344]

This was very helpful. The use of the demos on good vs bad technique made it quite clear what I’ve been likely doing wrong. Thanks so much!

[@PeterSodhi]

Great work both of you, awesome climbing

[@markhoverd4993]

It's amazing watching a controlled and flowing climbing style. I've recently taken up climbing in my forties and am guilty of climbing with my arms too much and t rexing. I've only been at it a few weeks though so hoping to use these videos to put more thought into my position and climbing movements

[@rebeccalaff853]

Thanks for this! Your lessons have helped me so much! When i first found your channel a couple of months ago, i was climbing v1s mostly and now I just sended my first v3! You're a great teacher, thanks soooo much!!

[@rockentry]

Love this! congrats on your progress! Keep at it.

[@Balgore8]

As always excellent advice. The hip twists, body against the wall, feet under you, etc all fantastic tips.

[@TheTechRabbi]

Awesome send! I’ve watched this video a dozen times. Always learning something new from it.

[@rockentry]

So glad you find this video very useful! Thanks for the support my friend.

[@Smonjirez]

I often have trouble understanding what people mean when explaining the ways in which they move their body while climbing a certain problem, but your videos really help!

[@Thepixxel]

Wow, the overlays (that illustrate center of gravity, ect) are so helpful paired with your coaching VO! Thanks for taking the extra time in editing - really effective breakdown of the climb!

[@rockentry]

Thank you!

[@miketaiwanwalkcity6355]

Oh yes I LIKE this video because he explains WHY and he shows the mistakes and the correct way with arrows and circle. Great explanation! Thanks

[@chuckz28]

This video was pretty eye opening. I look forward to trying these techniques in the gym

[@samhitchcock3560]

This is such a good explanation of body positioning. Thank you!

[@andrewramos5619]

These videos are really great. Thanks for the effort

[@ChaoticRain1]

Frankly this is one of the best tutorials I've seen on youtube. Easy sub from me!

[@iScootA]

Fought today with a very similar problem. And somehow, like it was predestined, i find your video. Can't wait for the next session! Great explaining, keep up the good work mate 🤛

[@jkitchens4798]

Sir, outstanding teaching video! I really appreciate the way you integrate other climbers, their goals, their errors, their progress, demonstration of the correct way to approach problems, conservation of energy, and much more. Despite being a rather accomplished athlete and climber, your humility is also extremely refreshing and motivating. Very nice!

[@rockentry]

Much love man, Thank you so much!

[@Aerodave11]

Love Brian's smile, what a great guy!

[@bobbafettishist5549]

Wow that video was very detailed and very good advice. Thank you! It's the best video I saw on body positioning so far! Keep it up!

[@rockentry]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@FightingPapaDragon]

I love your channel and your videos man. I learn so much for you and its also nice to listen to what you have to say. Keep doing this bro, you're awesome :)

[@jonkrause6714]

Seeing this again and meeting Brian - how cool. Dude is so strong. Enjoy the reinforcement of body position. He is my pseudo doppelgänger in that we’re both 5’7”, 185 lbs, but he is -1 ape and I’m +2 ape.

[@redshift3639]

Love watching people with impecable technique climb. So graceful. Well done.

[@rockentry]

Thank you!

[@TheUntam3d]

Really helpful video loved it. Good job brian :))

[@lauramoser5588]

I adore his smile, I just have to smile with him whenever I see his face, he looks so gorgeous! and great video of course, helpful as always :)

[@meganwong9508]

Wow, really awesome video! I think this one was really eye opening for me. Even though you've talked before about crimps before, and I've tried to implement more of those tips, I think to see you climbing and letting go of some of the hand holds (especially the one at 4:58) - crazy! In theory it makes a lot of sense but I think to have the opportunity to actually see it, it just makes THAT much more sense. Not only that, but I love how this problem blends in foot work + body position together so well. I think as a beginner(ish), I often hear things like watch your feet, weigh into your feet, shift your weight, etc...but I sometimes it's hard to fully understand it all or you forget that everything goes hand in hand together (ie. they aren't just isolated/individual concepts of climbing). Again, I thought this problem and how you described everything highlighted all these things really well. It was also super cool to see your friend's progression. Very inspiring! Keep up the great work. Climbing aside, I really liked the filming in this one, too! I thought the panning angles of your friend visualizing the route, and you setting the camera back to have you both in frame while you teach him, looked super cool as well :). As always, thanks for your videos! Cheers.

[@rockentry]

So glad you found this video very helpful! Your description of what you like in the video and what you find helpful about it REALLY does help me improve in creating great content, I thank you for taking the time to do that. I have to give credit to Brian for choosing a project that resonates with a lot of climbers, for sure. Thank you so much again for the kind words, Much love!

[@Parkourred3]

Just started climbing! These type of videos are great! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@FF-xz9ms]

Hey, I am climbing a lot and watching a lot of climbing videos as well. Just wanted to let you know that I found this very entertaining and interesting. Great way to teach, thanks !

[@Liedragon]

Excellent progression Brian , Keep it going

[@AzzasDodo]

Awesome video, my brother and I started climbing up again after they stopped all the covid restrictions here in Aus. Loving it we go week, I'm excited to try these tips next week

[@janets203]

Thanks for this video. I've just started climbing at 51, have good upper body strength BUT terrible positioning. This video is great to watch as you're thinking about your next moves and not just throwing yourself up and hoping for the best (like I do). I hope, with a lot of practice, I can really improve my body positioning to improve efficacy and be a smarter climber. I will continue to watch your videos, they really are great!

[@christopher6952]

Another great video! I definitely climb like "brian a year ago". This is the sort of progress I'd love to make. Your buddy is looking solid these days. #goals

[@TomDyerBartender]

Great video, really well explained. Gonna go try it out tonight. Thank you. Keep doing more videos like this.

[@descombesaxel5696]

I can tell the editing work you put in this video! the animations are soooo smoth Keep up the quality content!!

[@rockentry]

Appreciate you!

[@colleenhathaway8415]

Nice job, man! Video is well done. Thank you

[@georgemills4768]

Thank you. This is very useful to me as a beginner. Although it will be a long time before I reach this level, the techniques you show, the clear explanation and helpful graphics will put me in good stead.

[@linds3y900]

seriously, one of the best parts of this sport is the love I feel for my friends when they achieve their goals. That makes me just as happy as me achieving my own goals.

[@chrisbromley1699]

Wow... just an incredible job explaining and showing techniques. Amazing teaching

[@Maurinusa]

Great vid. As a relatively new climber myself, I found this really educational

[@erikbakker1639]

Maaaaaaannnnnn!!!! I so love how you explain what you are doing and why hou are doing it. Mentioning the center of gravity, the markings etc. etc. Awesome! Thanks, im learning a lot.

[@rockentry]

Glad you found it helpful! Thank you!