The biggest game changer for me in the past years was actually changing my mindset. I just don't approach boulders with a "this looks hard - I don't like these holds - I cannot make it anyways - I hope I do it, otherwise I feel embarassed..." anymore. Instead I see "too hard" boulders as a great challenge and opportunity to get used to hard moves. I also started enjoying small improvements instead of just seeing topped boulders as a win. I mean, what have you achieved when topping a boulder that is in your comfort zone? Jerry Moffatt's "Mastermind" was a good lecture, I can only recommend reading it.
I always wonder why people don’t trying harder grade. I tried V6-V8 color on the second month. Why not if it looks fun? Can’t do it at least you understand what you need to improve.
The biggest game changer for me in the past years was actually changing my mindset. I just don't approach boulders with a "this looks hard - I don't like these holds - I cannot make it anyways - I hope I do it, otherwise I feel embarassed..." anymore. Instead I see "too hard" boulders as a great challenge and opportunity to get used to hard moves. I also started enjoying small improvements instead of just seeing topped boulders as a win. I mean, what have you achieved when topping a boulder that is in your comfort zone? Jerry Moffatt's "Mastermind" was a good lecture, I can only recommend reading it.
Exactly, love this Johnny!
Great vid! Very helpful advice.
I always wonder why people don’t trying harder grade. I tried V6-V8 color on the second month. Why not if it looks fun? Can’t do it at least you understand what you need to improve.