Climbing Her First 9a: Hazel Findlay on Mental Preparation

Today we have the second part of the two-part podcast featuring pro climber Hazel Findlay.  Hazel has made a name for herself in the climbing world with her impressive trad ascents up to E9/10 and recently made headlines with her repeat of the challenging Esclatamasters 9a route in Perles.

In the first part of our podcast, Tom Randall and Hazel focused on the physical aspects of climbing, exploring the methods, insights and takeaways from her training with Lattice through her coach Maddy Cope. 
Today, we will delve into the mental side of climbing, discussing the psychology and mental preparation and techniques that allowed Hazel to train effectively, project and perform on her 9a. Whether you're a seasoned climber or just starting out, don't miss this opportunity to learn from a true expert and find inspiration for your own climbing journey.

John Kettle's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rock-Climbing-Technique-Practical-Movement/dp/1999654404/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=135296940233&gclid=Cj0KCQiAorKfBhC0ARIsAHDzslv7KVZ5VJ79IuCyej6CSQn-h91hTW8e-CnMGThaplZvYhHZULWWEZwaAnBNEALw_wcB&hvadid=584800588510&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=1007064&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14622397484465433647&hvtargid=kwd-815159373797&hydadcr=24954_1816940&keywords=john+kettle+climbing+technique&qid=1676516509&sr=8-1

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