Not exactly experienced(I started like a month ago) but the barrier to entry for bouldering is incredibly low! The grades are meant to kind of teach you the process as you go, and v0s and v1s are super beginner friendly. Just head to your local gym and give it a try!
May 2, 2024
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i despise exercising so much. i am not joking. i have never understood why people enjoy spending extra energy to move their body around and sweat.
however…
a few weeks ago i tried bouldering for the first time. coming into it, i was pessimistic because of my inherent attitude towards exercise. but once i tried it OMG!
i was so surprised about how much i enjoyed it.
bouldering truly solves all the issues i have with exercise:
1. it does not feel like an exercise (you feel like you’re playing in an adult playground)
2. you don’t sweat that intensely
3. the crowd isn’t intimidating(at least at my place it’s mostly nerdy tech hipsters, lesbians, and children)
4. somehow you don’t feel perceived by the people around you
anyways, bonus photo of an actual disc jockey at my bouldering place!!! :)
Apr 28, 2024
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I made great progress, two days a week and they put me on the advanced group at the class. I haven't felt this commitment to a sport since I was a child.
Nov 5, 2024
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All standing, low impact with simple movements, and the instructor has great enthusiasm. He mixes in helpful, motivational ideas. I’ve done this so many times I’ve almost memorized everything he says lol
If it feels too easy, I add weights or extend the exercises.
I’ve never wanted to exercise, and this one makes me happy to have done it.
Jan 28, 2025
