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http://www.outdoorresearch.com/blog/stories/does-grunting-and-yelling-help-you-climb-harder DOES YELLING HELP YOU CLIMB HARDER? By Lindsey Kunz, June 4, 2013 I didn’t use to be a noisy climber. I didn’t want to draw any more attention to my climbing than necessary. But last year, I decided to give in to the urge to grunt or even yell a little. And to my surprise, I also started making some major breakthroughs in my climbing. I’m not a particularly badass climber—I typically prefer longer, sustained climbs over pushing grades— but I sometimes I like to push harder to accomplish something I didn’t think I could do. And after seeing how grunting and yelling seemed to benefit my own climbing, I wondered: Does grunting, yelling and screaming actually make you climb stronger? I did a little research, and the supporting evidence surprised me. The Science Of Shouting Junji Takano, a Japanese health researcher, looks at how making noise affects performance in his article How Grunting or Yelling Can Improve Your Performance [LINK]. He finds that grunting can help release tension, synchronize breathing, increase focus, increase core stability and increase strength. “Grunting or yelling changes your body chemistry. It triggers your brain to release adrenaline, and produce higher heart rate, increased blood flow, as well as psychological boost…Loud grunting also activates the muscles in your back and abdomen, which can increase your overall power for throwing, hitting, swinging, jumping, or punching.” How many times have you had to tell yourself to tighten your core while on a route? Grunting or yelling makes you do this instinctively. I often catch myself holding my breath on a difficult climb, depriving my muscles of crucial oxygen. Very hard contractions of the muscles also usually involve a contraction of the diaphragm, in turn increasing the pressure on the thoracic cavity, the hole your lungs fill. Exhaling helps release the pressure buildup in your body, and yelling releases carbon dioxide, making room for fresh oxygen. More research—featured in a 2012 Men’s Health article—draws a correlation between grunting and grip strength in martial artists. The Iowa State University researchers looked at martial artists’ hand grip strength by squeezing a dynamometer, finding: “[The martial artists] performed the task silently, and then again while performing a breathing technique called the kiap—a sharp exhalation of air that can produce a quick, loud, guttural yell. The participants’ handgrip strength increased by about 7 percent when they did a “kiap” as compared to when they didn’t.” Keep It Courteous Grunting and yelling isn’t for everyone, though, and if you start—or continue—to incorporate grunting into your regime, you should be aware of this. Many people feel yelling or screaming is just for climbers to draw attention to themselves and also feel it disrupts the serenity of a natural setting. But there are people all along the continuum of acceptance. Some feel it’s only OK for climbers who are just about to fall off and need that extra boost, while others feel it’s only OK in a gym. Some don’t mind at all. I personally tend to be in the latter camp and if someone happens to let out a funny-sounding grunt or yell, then they’ve actually contributed to my climbing experience! I say, try it out and if you’re worried about breaking the “leave no trace” rule of “respect for the quiet enjoyment of others,” then just ask the people around you if they mind, and act accordingly. Choose Your Words Carefully I have found, if you find yourself talking aloud or under your breath on a climb, certain words, like “no!” or “shit!” can be defeating, while other words like “yes!” or “come on!” can help you stick the move. Likewise, I’ve found that certain grunts, screams, or whimpers can be defeating sounds, such as, “Uh-oh,” “eek!” or “aah!” But others tend to demonstrate more commitment, power, and focus, like: “Ptsaaaat!” “puhUUgh!” or “dtAaat!” (Pardon my phonetics.) Take the time to listen to other climbers, especially strong ones, and pay attention to the noises they make. You don’t have to scream like Adam Ondra. Just remember that timing is key for making your grunt, yell, or whatever count. Doing so just before your move versus during your move makes it far more effective. Practice Makes Perfect If you’re embarrassed, try going to the gym during off hours to boulder or toprope with a partner and try out different grunts to find your power noises. Believe me, I’ve made some funny ones, completely unintentionally! Like all aspects of climbing, be aware of your surroundings and be courteous to others. If you let out a noise and it looks like people aren’t so happy, maybe save the grunting and yelling for the gym. But it’s worth a try if it can help you get you to that next level. This day could not have come soon enough.. Seems like a nice, sunny vacation destination.. I'm almost... no... I just am... embarrassed to send these your way, but get past the dialogue and the ridiculous "amenities" and it is actually a pretty cool place, with an awesome objective. (Part 1) (Part 2) To make up for possible embarrassment, here are three more videos. One from the GNAR (Great Northern Arizona Republic) at The Forks. It's Monsoon Season... from Tamara Hastie on Vimeo. For the pebble wrestlers. In Russia, rock wrestles you! Scotland, Sandstone, and Skyhooks Geshido,
Mac Get ready for send season! (Of MTB and climbing) Geshido, Mac Fred. Beckey. (No intense slow motion editing needed) Now go climb! Geshido, Mac Access Fund/AZ needs YOUR assistance: http://www.rockandice.com/lates-news/arizona-climbing-area-at-risk-for-destruction-access-fund-says ARIZONA CLIMBING AREA AT RISK OF DESTRUCTION18-Sep-2013 By Andrew Hewitt The Access Fund is currently at odds with a proposed copper mining bill in the House of Representatives that threatens the existence of the Oak Flat climbing area in Central Arizona. The bill, known as the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act of 2013, proposes an exchange of 2,400 acres of public land for 5,300 acres of private land for the creation of a new copper mine, according to the Access Fund, and is scheduled to receive a vote tomorrow. Oak Flat, about fifty miles east of Phoenix, is popular amongst boulderers, who frequent its over-1000 boulder problems. It was the longtime home of the Phoenix Bouldering Contest and is located in Queen Creek Canyon, an area also known for its volcanic towers. Though mostly located on protected land, Oak Flat contains one of the largest concentrations of undeveloped copper ore in the entire world, according to the mining company’s website. The company, known as Resolution Copper Mining (RCM), states on its website that the extraction would help meet the demand for nearly 1 billion pounds of copper per year in the United States and would provide an indispensable ingredient for the creation of renewable energy sources such as “solar panels, wind turbines, smart grids, [and] hybrid and electric cars.” In addition, the proposed project is estimated to bring $61.4 billion in economic return over the mine’s life and create 3,700 jobs. The project sounded an alarm, however, when in 2004 the Access Fund learned of the mining’s potential destruction of at least two climbing areas within Oak Flat: Atlantis and The Pond. The proposed method of mining, known as block-cave mining, involves extracting the copper ore by way of underground tunnels, thereby creating a surface instability that results in the sinking of the ground-level environment into a crater-like feature (see video below). The affected area, says the Access Fund, would include Oak Flat’s bouldering areas as well as a number of traditional climbing crags. “If the problems and routes are destroyed by the copper mine, it would be the single greatest loss of climbing resources in U.S. history,” said the non-profit in an online video. In an effort to combat RCM’s proposed project, The Access Fund has made available on its website a public petition in defense of Oak Flat in anticipation of tomorrow’s crucial vote. Rock and Ice will continue to monitor the legislation as it moves forward and will provide updates as information becomes available. Ummm...stay safe out there? ...By bringing your kevlar I guess... http://www.climbing.com/news/climber-shot-in-ten-sleep-wyoming/ Climber Shot in Ten Sleep, Wyoming By Climbing Staff 9/17/13 - Around 2:00 a.m. on Monday, September 16, a climber from Ecuador was shot outside his tent in Ten Sleep, Wyoming, the popular sport climbing destination. Details are scarce at the moment, but Tom Lindner (father of Chris Lindner) was camping nearby with his wife, Elke, and he spoke with the Washakie County Sheriff. Lindner says, "Based on what the sheriff told me, around 2:00 a.m. on the morning of September 16, two climbers from Ecuador, Ana and Jose Luis, were sleeping in their tent along the road just west of Leigh Creek Campground. They supposedly heard a noise 'like a branch breaking' and went outside to investigate. He was shot in the stomach region by a 'small caliber' weapon. Ana drove him to Worland, Wyoming. The sheriff was notified around 3:00 a.m. and woke us up around 4:00 a.m. By the time we went to check on him in Worland later in the morning, he had already been life-flighted to Billings, Montana." UPDATE: Washakie County Sheriff Steve Rakness said the victim and his girlfriend are fine, and he is expected to make a full recovery, according to the attending doctor. The victim was life-flighted to Billings because of its state-of-the-art trauma unit. Not many details are being released since the case is still under investigation, but Rakness had this to say: "At this time I do not feel there is any immediate threat to the climbing community in the canyon or the Ten Sleep area, as we have not received or obtained any information or evidence to suggest otherwise. However, because details are sketchy and we are still investigating this issue, I would like everyone to please call with any info they might have about this case, or if anyone observes or hears about suspicious persons or incidents in the area. Any information will be helpful." Rakness called the case "puzzling," and said investigators have no idea as to why it happened. From initial interviews with climbers in the area, nothing was unusual with the victim during earlier climbs, while eating dinner with another climber, or with the victim's personal relationship. Contact the Washakie County Sheriff's office at 307-347-2242 if you have any info. Stock. Up. (Closely related to climbing)
http://blogs.denverpost.com/beer/2013/09/13/colorado-flood-impacting-several-front-range-breweries/11501/ Colorado flood impacting several Front Range breweries By Jeremy Meyer The Denver Post TOPICS Colorado flood, Left Hand Brewing,Longmont, Oskar Blues The St. Vrain River swelled during this week’s flood, threatening Left Hand Brewing’s Longmont facilities. (Courtesy of Left Hand Brewing) The historic Colorado flood that has torn apart roadways, ripped homes off foundations and forced thousands of evacuations also has impacted one of Colorado’s most thriving industries — shutting down a number of breweries. Bags of malt are placed in front of the doors of Left Hand Brewing in Longmont on Thursday, which was being threatened by a surging St. Vrain River. (Courtesy of Left Hand Brewing). Left Hand Brewing in Longmont has been under evacuation orders for two days from the surging St. Vrain River next to the brewery. So far, the brewery has received minimal damage, said Emily Armstrong, spokeswoman for the brewery. “But we’re not out of the weeds just yet,” said Armstrong on Friday. The river flooded the brewery’s loading dock area and broke a gate, letting some water in the brewhouse, but not enough to cause too much damage, Armstrong said. The staff put up bags of malt in front of the taproom and the river didn’t penetrate that area or cooler, she said. Electricity has been shut off, so there is concern about beer in process, she said. The brewery has decided to turn its Octoberfest event next weekend at Longmont’s Roosevelt Park into a relief effort, said Josh Goldberg, events and community coordinator. “Longmont is literally in bad shape,” Goldberg said. “There is going to be a big, big mess to clean up. Our mission is to do the right thing, contribute back to where we live, work and play. So we want to take our benefit and turn that into something really valuable to our community and make it a disaster relief effort.” Meanwhile, officials from Longmont’s other big brewery, Oskar Blues, are watching their Lyons brewpub, which has survived the flood, according to Dave Chichura, head brewer. “Our brewpub apparently is up high enough that we weren’t affected,” Chichura said. “We can’t get into the town, which is troubling. … There will be no brewing or any type of use of water until it is deemed safe.” Chichura said he is more concerned for everyone in Lyons, particularly his friends and co-workers. The brewery’s Longmont facility has been shut down mostly out of concern for employees, he said. The Longmont restaurant, Home Made Liquid & Solids, is being used as a commissary to make food for shelters, he said. Avery Brewing officials said their Boulder brewery and tasting room were unaffected by the flood, other than having power shut off overnight Thursday. The tasting room closed because roadways around the brewery and its parking lot had flooded, said Joe Osborne, the brewery’s marketing director. “Luckily our engineer was able to get things back on line quick enough,” Osborne said. “We still need to check whether anything got affected too badly.” Hey everyone.. good weather out there, except Colorado. Variety of awesome climbers, making sweet FFA's: Cedar Wright getting his own FFA in Yosemite: The late Johnny Copp and Micah Dash showing how it's done: Alex at it again in Yosemite: Geshido,
Mac Enjoy, and get out this weekend!
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