• How to Test Finger Strength (and what you should do with the results!)
    Jan 11 2026

    In this video, we will use the Tindeq Progressor to measure finger strength in unique ways: "curling" and "Pulling."

    The "Curling" method will give us our "true" finger strength numbers as it most accurately reflects the muscles of the fingers in isolation.

    The "Pulling" method will reflect the fingers' total ability to resist. The force numbers and levels will be greater because the force numbers are coming from the muscles and surrounding structures of the fingers.

    Both are important! But both are uniquely tested and trained! After this video, you will better understand how to target and improve both qualities of the fingers!

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    25 mins
  • Finger Strength Training for Rock Climbing (No Hanging Required!)
    Jan 2 2026

    In this episode, you will learn the simplest finger strength training methods and how to use the Tindeq Progressor, a force measuring device, to test and train the finger for stronger fingers, better climbing practice, and climbing performance. There are more ways to strengthen your fingers and reduce your risk of injury than just using a hangboard.

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    22 mins
  • Wrist Pain in Rock Climbers with Paul "Huffy" Houghoughi
    Oct 26 2025

    Welcome special guest Paul 'Huffy' Houghoughi!

    In this episode Tyler, Paul, and Collin talk about wrist pain in climbers. They cover the most common findings and injuries, what to do about them for rehab, and how to train more thoughtfully to best reduce the risks associated with wrist pain, including the TFCC injury.

    Enjoy!

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    34 mins
  • Climbing Injury and Training with Dr. Natasha Barnes
    Sep 1 2025

    Dr. Natasha Barnes has been climbing since 1999.

    Is a Touchstone Climbing Athlete.

    She is also a former National Bouldering Champion and Teva Games gold medalist (now GoPro Mountain Games/IFSC Vail World Cup).

    She has bouldered multiple V10’s and V11’s and climbed 5.13d/14a outdoors.

    And has been featured in several climbing films, interviewed or featured in climbing magazines and podcasts, and have been highly active in the community for 20 years.

    She is also a competitive powerlifter with an elite total and multiple State Records in the USPA and WRPF.

    She is the 2019 Sub Masters National Champion (75 kg weight class).

    And her best squat is 331, bench press 187, deadlift 380!

    She knows a thing or two about climbing and physical fitness...and has skillfully adapted her experience and knowledge to climbers of all experiences levels to get stronger, healthier, and rehab from injury.

    Interested in more info about Dr. Barnes? Click HERE for her website.

    Want to dive deeper into climbing science with Tyler Nelson? Follow our Climbing Science Podcast HERE.

    And for more information, coaching, and rehab program, visit C4HP online HERE

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • The Principles of Problem Solving: A Step-by-step guide to getting better at climbing with Coach Jesse Firestone
    Dec 5 2024

    Coach JFire and I talk about his new course: The Principles of Problem Solving. This is the summation of all of Jesse's coaching and experience over the years bundled into one amazing educational resource.

    The course is online, recorded, and can be taken at your own convenience! If you are catching this early and want to be a part of the Live sessions, they will be hosted Dec. 14th and 21st at 10am PST.

    The course not only comes with principle education to transform you into a Master Yoda yourself, but climbing drill videos, worksheets, and many more actionable steps you can use to better yourself, or those you coach, the very next day!

    To take advantage of this awesome opportunity click through the link below!

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    48 mins
  • Finger Endurance is better done off-the-wall?? Exclusive Coach's Q&A from C4HP Patreon
    Mar 27 2024

    In this exclusive Coach's Q&A from the C4HP Patreon we answer the burning questions that our members offer us each month. Included in those questions is the topic of endurance and Dr. Tyler Nelson has some new thoughts regarding better endurance training for climbing training.

    The team also dives into other questions regarding assessments and training plan organization.

    This 45 minute episode is only half of the full 90 minute discussion the coaches have! To listen to the full episode, and join the community of driven climbers and coaches, click the link below!

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    49 mins
  • What Does a Climbing Coach's Training Look Like?
    Sep 20 2023

    We are back! In this episode you'll catch the C4HP team discussing their recent training plans as they head into their climbing season, what they are doing differently this year as compared to last, and what they think climbers could do better to prepare to perform!

    The C4HP team has been busy developing and launching new projects:

    The Camp 4 Performance Certification - a Pass/Fail course design to teach and test coaches on their ability to coach, demonstrate, and think critically about exercises and concepts for the Youth Competitive Athlete. This course will leave coaches more confident in their abilities to coach and write effective training plans for their youth teams!

    Become a Camp4 Performance Coach!

    We are now on Youtube! Our next big push for our community is longer content that can dive into educational details more effectively. Please head over to C4HP on Youtube to subscribe to our channel to never miss an episode! Please like, share, and comment you favorite takeaway from our latest video: The Simplest Finger Training Method.

    We are launching a Patreon page soon! Be sure to keep an eye and ear out for our official launch and the exclusive offers contained in each tier!

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Keep it Simple to Send with Camp 4 Coach, Jesse Firestone
    Apr 14 2023

    Meet our newest Camp 4 Coach, Coach Jesse Fire Stone!

    Coach J Fire brings well over a decade of climbing experience and passion to the team. His wisdom is derived from endless curiosity about climbing, technique, skill acquisition and improving your mindset to more efficiently better yourself as a climber.

    Coach Jesse is currently taking on new clients and filling quickly! Click the link below to schedule your training!

    Train with Coach Jesse!

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    1 hr and 21 mins