Podcast appearances and mentions of steven dimmitt

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 6 of 6) — If you climb long enough, you'll inevitably hit a plateau. In part 6, Jesse and I share our top tips and pitfalls for how to break through plateaus and continue progressing in your climbing. We cover the importance of focusing on skills rather than grades, doubling down on the basics, how to continually progress as a climber, and much more.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsThe NUG:frictitiousclimbing.com/products/the-nugCheck out my new portable hangboard.Rhino Skin Solutions:rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Revival Climbing Coalition:revivalclimbing.comEP 225: Tony Bell & David Bress (my episode with the founders of Revival)Check out the Tension Board 2:tensionboard.com/nuggetOr use the Tension app to find a TB2 near you.BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month. We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-6Nuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:01:21) – Our longest plateaus(00:03:50) – Jesse's Tip #1: Think long-term(00:08:10) – Steven's Tip #1: Get focused and make sure everything you are doing has a reason behind it(00:10:51) – Jesse's Tip #2: Focus on objectives instead of grades(00:14:17) – Steven's Tip #2: Consider rebuilding from the ground up(00:17:29) – Jesse's Tip #3: Focus on your climbing skills and not the grades(00:28:34) – Steven's Tip #3: Do more of what you haven't been doing(00:33:24) – Jesse's Tip #4: Double down on the basics (sleep, nutrition, stress, etc.)(00:37:19) – Long rests & rewarming up(00:38:12) – Steven's Tip #4: Consider changing your circumstances(00:42:40) – Pressure testing your assumptions(00:44:12) – Creative home walls(00:45:06) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Doing more of what you've been doing(00:45:49) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Overtraining(00:50:32) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Getting captured by other people's agendas(01:00:46) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Too much limit checking(01:04:27) – What to do when you run out of routes or boulders to progress through(01:09:21) – Steven's Pitfall #3: Switching styles too often(01:12:43) – Jesse's Pitfall #3: You're not actually plateaued, you've just built a tower(01:15:01) – Area-specific pyramids(01:19:48) – That's a wrap on season 2!

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 5 of 6) — Injuries suck. And unfortunately, they happen to most of us who push against our limits. In part 5, we talk about what to do when you get injured. We cover the emotional and psychological side of injuries and share some tips and pitfalls to help you get back to climbing stronger than ever.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsRevival Climbing Coalition:revivalclimbing.comEP 225: Tony Bell & David Bress (my episode with the founders of Revival)BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month.KAYA:kayaclimb.comUse code "NUGGET" at checkout for 20% off your first year of KAYA PRO.Rhino Skin Solutions:rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-5Nuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:00:19) – Injuries we thought we wouldn't come back from(00:05:02) – Caveats, & the inevitability of injury(00:09:19) – Jesse's Tip #1: When you do get injured, see the most experienced climbing-specific professional that you can afford as soon as possible(00:11:07) – Bonus Tip: Be persistent with your doctor and take control of your future(00:14:23) – Steven's Tip #1: Know that it's going to be ok(00:16:04) – Jesse's Tip #2: Understand the relationship between velocity and volume(00:19:07) – Steven's Tip #2: Let yourself experience whatever emotions come up(00:27:08) – Jesse's Tip #3: Find ways to keep loading or climbing(00:31:19) – My best onsight season ever(00:35:07) – Steven's Tip #3: Treat rehab like training (and how I rehabbed my first pulley injury)(00:38:41) – Jesse's Tip #4: Protect your identity(00:43:16) – Steven's Tip #4: Take a break from the climbing world if you need to(00:46:59) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Seeing a medical pro who doesn't understand your sport/identity(00:52:40) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Testing/checking your injury constantly(00:57:28) – More finger rehab tips(00:58:53) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Ignoring it for too long (give your injury a chance to self-resolve)(01:07:18) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Thinking of yourself as fragile or prone to reinjury after an injury(01:09:54) – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Being negative (talking and thinking negatively about your injury)(01:14:13) – Steven's Pitfall #3: Trying to rush the process(01:15:27) – Bonus Tip: Upper body injury = walk a lot. Lower body injury = Pull-ups.(01:15:42) – Wrap up

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 4 of 6) — Everybody wants stronger fingers. In this episode, Jesse and I share our top tips and pitfalls when it comes to building functional finger strength for climbing. We cover our favorite finger training methods, key principles to follow, how to apply your strength to the rock, how to avoid finger injuries, the power of consistency, and much more.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsThe NUG:frictitiousclimbing.com/products/the-nugCheck out my new portable hangboard.KAYA:kayaclimb.comUse code "NUGGET" at checkout for 20% off your first year of KAYA PRO.Check out the Tension Board 2:tensionboard.com/nuggetOr use the Tension app to find a TB2 near you.Revival Climbing Coalition:revivalclimbing.comEP 225: Tony Bell & David Bress (my episode with the founders of Revival)BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month. We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-4Nuggets:(00:00:00) – The NUG(00:01:19) – Two things that have improved Jesse's finger strength(00:04:12) – Using climbing to gain finger strength(00:07:53) – Overview(00:09:05) – Steven's Tip #1: Do something simple enough that you can be consistent with it, and do it for a very long time(00:11:02) – Examples of simple consistency(00:13:48) – Climbing on a board(00:18:14) – Jesse's Tip #1: You probably don't need much finger training(00:19:37) – Maintaining finger strength on a trip(00:21:50) – Steven's Tip #2: Use big edges to get strong and use small edges to apply that strength to the rock(00:31:28) – Jesse's Tip #2: Understand the adaptations from different styles of training(00:37:41) – Owning the hold(00:38:43) – Finger curls/active flexion(00:42:53) – Building forearm capacity and endurance(00:44:08) – Rate of force development(00:46:12) – Wall crawls/crimp crawls/low gear(00:48:33) – Steven's Tip #3: Own the hold(00:53:32) – RPE and 10-second hangs(00:56:32) – Jesse's Tip #3: Practice grips on the wall(01:01:28) – Steven's Tip #4: Train a variety of grip types(01:11:54) – Bonus Tip: The Ladder Program(01:14:56) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Training too heavy(01:17:20) – Genetric freaks and the 200 lb goal(01:18:25) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Not considering how you climb when you train your fingers (i.e. Your finger training should be specific to you)(01:22:26) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Doing your finger training when you're tired(01:24:38) – Watching Tyler Nelson one-arm hang a 15mm edge when tired(01:27:53) – Rate of Force test(01:29:28) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Switching protocols too often(01:30:30) – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Too much “perfect” edge training(01:34:44) – Steven's Pitfall #3: Stressing out about which protocol is “the best”(01:36:30) – “It takes years”(01:38:18) – Bonus Tip: N=1(01:39:55) – Wrap up

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 3 of 6) — In part 3, we step into the weight room. We cover weight training fundamentals, including the SAID principle, progressive overload, RPE, autoregulation, the big 4, and the rule of 10. We also discuss why we both lift, why climbers should train differently than weight lifters, programming ideas, common mistakes, and more.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsThe NUG:frictitiousclimbing.com/products/the-nugCheck out my new portable hangboard.Crimpd:crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app for free!BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month.Rhino Skin Solutions:rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!PhysiVantage:physivantage.com (link includes 15% off coupon)Use code "NUGGET15" at checkout for 15% off your next order. We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-3Nuggets:(00:00:00) – The NUG(00:01:21) – Why Jesse lifts weights(00:04:43) – Why I lift weights(00:06:19) – The safety of weightlifting(00:07:03) – Low-hanging fruit(00:08:06) – Jesse's Tip #1: Learn the basics (the SAID principle, progressive overload, RPE, autoregulation, and a basic understanding of anatomy)(00:12:36) – How I use RPE, & a big mistake I made early on in my lifting(00:13:16) – Other forms of RPE(00:16:11) – A study on reps in reserve (RIR) lifting(00:16:50) – A basic understanding of anatomy (ExRx.net)(00:18:20) – Steven's Tip #1: Train like an athlete in another sport, not like a weight lifter(00:18:54) – The Big 4 (push, pull, hinge, squat), & an example program(00:21:56) – The 10 Rep Rule(00:25:13) – Jesse's Tip #2: Learn how to modify your training(00:35:47) – How to progress primary & accessory exercises(00:37:26) – Why you should start with a compound exercise(00:38:25) – Steven's Tip #2: It's ok to focus on the bare essentials(00:40:43) – Way too much pulling training(00:41:30) – Step #1 for new lifters(00:44:07) – Drew Ruana bench press example(00:45:42) – Jesse's Tip #3: Load is more important to pay attention to than form(00:47:30) – Steven's Tip #3: Get specific strategically, and only after you build a base(00:49:42) – Jesse's Tip #4: You may need to reduce your climbing volume to adapt to your weight training(00:55:52) – Bonus Tip: Learn about hardstyle training(00:58:27) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Doing either too much or too little(01:01:14) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Going ham(01:01:14) – Bonus Pitfall: Not taking advantage of weight lifting when you're young(01:07:12) – You don't have to go to level ten(01:08:17) – Overall training load(01:09:09) – A little bit is still beneficial(01:11:04) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Not going heavy enough(01:15:56) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Too specific, too special, or too fancy(01:18:42) – Steven's Pitfall #3: Not eating enough protein(01:22:32) – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Not learning how to use autoregulation in some fashion(01:26:02) – Bonus Pitfall: Forcing it(01:27:57) – Nurturing your practice with weight training(01:29:26) – Avoid boot camp training(01:31:46) – Wrap up

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 2 of 6) — In part 2, we share our top tips for training on spray walls and home walls. We cover training setup considerations, route setting tips, best apps for saving and sharing climbs, mastering benchmark climbs, how to iterate on your climbs for incremental progress, hacks for building a home wall on a budget, and more.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsThe NUG:frictitiousclimbing.com/products/the-nugCheck out my new portable hangboard.Check out the Tension Board 2:tensionboard.com/nuggetOr use the Tension app to find a TB2 near you.Mad Rock:madrock.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 10% off your next order.Revival Climbing Coalition:revivalclimbing.comEP 225: Tony Bell & David Bress (my episode with the founders of Revival)BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month. We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-2Nuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:01:20) – Best spray walls(00:05:46) – Terrain drives technique(00:08:00) – Choosing a wall angle(00:10:07) – Jesse's Tip #1: Home wall setup considerations (Use a mix of good and bad holds, a mix of textures, complement your local area, etc.)(00:13:05) – Steven's Tip #1: Build yourself a repertoire of quality climbs, and try to master them(00:17:45) – Bonus Tip: Cluster holds to build skills and learn movement(00:19:12) – Bonus Tip: Iterate on your climbs for incremental progression(00:24:52) – Jesse's Tip #2: Supercharge your sessions with route setting(00:27:59) – Steven's Tip #2: Work on climbs that are hard for different reasons(00:28:57) – Bonus Tip: Set chaotically (i.e. Set boulders without trying the moves, and try not to tweak them)(00:33:17) – Jesse's Tip #3: Do not underestimate the value of a short session on a home wall(00:35:52) – Steven's Tip #3: Circuits!(00:40:13) – Jesse's Tip #4: Make wood holds to save money(00:43:27) – Steven's Tip #4: Set foot moves(00:49:23) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Always trying new stuff and having crap sessions(00:52:08) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Not having the right mix of holds for the skill level(00:54:33) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Not keeping track of your sessions(00:55:51) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Not stopping when you power down (i.e. climbing too much and getting injured)(00:57:40) – Sandbagging on spray walls, and trusting your eyes(00:59:42) – Steven's Pitfall # 3: Only having big blobby footholds(01:02:03) – Steven's Pitfall #4: Not making your home wall cool (plus tips for building a cool home wall on a budget)(01:07:32) – Quantum leaps

We're back with Fundamentals Season 2! Jesse Firestone joins me again for six new episodes covering some of the fundamental elements of becoming a better climber. In season 2, we'll dive deeper into several important aspects of training, injury recovery, and how to break plateaus. Stay tuned for more episodes coming soon.Listen to Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentals

Fundamentals Season 2 (Part 1 of 6) — In this episode, Jesse and I each share our top tips and pitfalls for how to climb on a training board, such as a Tension Board, Moonboard, Kilter Board, Grasshopper Board, etc. This episode contains nuggets for folks who are just getting started with board climbing, as well as seasoned board lords.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes:thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsThe NUG:frictitiousclimbing.com/products/the-nugCheck out my new portable hangboard design.Revival Climbing Coalition:revivalclimbing.comEP 225: Tony Bell & David Bress (my episode with the founders of Revival)Crimpd:crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app.Chalk Cartel:chalkcartel.comUse code "NUGGET" at checkout for 20% off your next order.BetterHelp:betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month. We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Michael Roy, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Matt Walter Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-s2-part-1Nuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:01:14) – Our board climbing experience(00:05:42) – Jesse's Tip #1: Treat it like training (pay attention to weekly volume and progress it slowly)(00:07:09) – Bonus Tip: Keep board sessions short when training power(00:10:21) – Steven's Tip #1: Have a clear plan for your session (and develop 2-3 go-to session formats that work well for you)(00:11:39) – Example board session formats(00:13:45) – Wall crawls (aka crimp crawls) & Jesse's 3x3 session(00:15:32) – Jesse's Tip #2: Be creative and use the whole board as a tool (use extra holds/feet to learn hard moves)(00:22:44) – Steven's Tip #2: Don't be afraid to break the rules(00:25:08) – Jesse's Tip #3: Jesse shares his methodology for teaching V4/5 clients how to use the Moonboard(00:29:32) – Steven's Tip #3: Do what you can do consistently and build on it slowly over time(00:31:38) – Bonus Tip: Work hard moves backwards, and jump from the ground to practice latching(00:32:53) – Bonus Tip: Find a TB2 to climb on (and why I chose the TB2)(00:34:01) – Steven's Pitfall #1: Using your board as your only form of climbing(00:37:59) – More about wall crawls (aka crimp crawls)(00:39:03) – More love for the TB2(00:44:32) – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Taking board grades too seriously(00:47:49) – Steven's Pitfall #2: Using board grades to downgrade outdoor climbs(00:49:04) – Benchmark rants(00:50:39) – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Too much too fast(00:53:13) – Steven's Pitfall #3: Doing too much of the same thing(00:54:44) – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Doing too much off-the-wall finger training in conjunction with board climbing(00:56:56) – One thing I like to do on the hangboard if I'm board training a lot(00:57:48) – You need a reason to train things(00:59:17) – Using wall crawls to maintain finger strength(01:00:38) – Wrap up

This week we're joined by a voice you'll probably recognise! Steven Dimmitt, the host of The Nugget joins us to chat about podcasting as well as his personal climbing and we all ramble on about our personal climbing philosophies and what motivates us. We get to hear how being the host of a successful climbing podcast has changed Steven's relationship with his own climbing and what he is working towards for the future. In classic CT style, the conversation is wide ranging and varied so there should be something in there for everyone.  We really enjoyed the conversation and we reckon it'll make for some good listening. Also if you want to hear Steven getting a chance to have our Aidan all to himself, then keep checking the Nugget's feed as there is a new episode with Aidan coming soon! If you're enjoying our podcast and would like to support us: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=70353823Support the Show.

The final episode from Rocklands! Ethan Pringle joins me for a fireside chat on my last day in South Africa. We share a wrap-up of the trip, and tackle Patron questions about Ethan's back injury and rehab, his favorite climbing areas in California, why I still do “No Hangs”, my send of Octopussy, projecting tips, how I use the Tindeq, Ethan's most epic bat hangs, mental health struggles and setbacks, challenging your perceived limits, why Ethan thinks I should spend more time training on commercial gym sets, my thoughts about Rocklands overall, and much more!Check out Rocky Talkie!RockyTalkie.com/NuggetUse this link to get 10% off your first order of backcountry radios!Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app!Check out AG1!drinkAG1.com/NUGGETUse this link to get a free year's supply of vitamin D + 5 travel packs!Check out Wonderful Pistachios!WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!Check out Green Chef!greenchef.com/60nuggetUse code "60NUGGET" at checkout for 60% off plus free shipping!We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, Renzollama, Zach Emery, and Brandt MickolasBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-7Nuggets:0:03:51 – Rocklands Recap:0:03:51 – My recap of being sick, and how fast time flies on a trip0:11:55 – Comparing my trips to Magic Wood and Rocklands, and my main takeaway0:13:07 – Ethan's trip recap, and remaining goals0:18:22 – Recap of my journey on Black Shadow0:22:32 – Some of the other hard boulders I tried0:24:06 – The line between having a “bad” vs “good” trip0:25:29 – Expectations vs. reality, and resetting your reference points to find gratitude0:28:02 – Patron Questions:0:28:02 – Shawn's Question: Ethan's back injury/rehab, his plans to lift weights, and the rigors of bouldering in Rocklands0:34:04 – Shawn's Question: No Hangs, finding your max load for training, and my current approach to finger strength0:38:40 – Rajiv's Question: Top routes that have inspired Ethan, Connor Herson's repeat of Black Beard's Tears, and Ethan's FA in Greenland0:41:47 – Rajiv's Question: China Beach in Rumney0:43:05 – Rajiv's Question: Chris Linder's route Window of Opportunity0:47:59 – Travis' Question: My send of Octopussy, the process, and projecting tips0:56:40 – Colin's Question: Where Ethan developed his love for climbing, being a gym rat at heart, and his early climbing in CA1:00:10 – Colin's Question: Go-to climbing areas near San Francisco, Ethan's thoughts on Jailhouse, and areas in northern CA1:03:42 – Colin's Question: Bouldering exploration in the Eastern Sierras, and unfinished business at Shuteye Ridge1:09:58 – Colin's Question: Ethan's thoughts on the bouldering near LA1:13:11 – Cody's Question: Tindeq protocols, edge sizes, and some notes about my finger training on the trip1:19:40 – Patreon plug, and info about Q&As1:21:26 – Daniel's Question: Ethan's thoughts on bat hangs1:28:02 – Alan's Question: Which climber's superpowers we wish we had1:31:44 – Jacob's Question: Ethan's thoughts on mental health struggles, and how that plays into his climbing1:35:28 – Why loving yourself won't make you lose your edge1:39:02 – Wren's Question: My thoughts on sport climbing in the future, and meeting climbing partners on the road1:44:20 – Jacob's Question: Favorite sport climbing destinations in the US1:46:25 – Unpacking the word “favorite”1:47:15 – Lars' Question: Dealing with setbacks and mental struggles1:49:33 – The beauty of Rocklands1:51:07 – Connor's Question: Most memorable boulders, and life list boulders1:57:03 – Cooper's Question: Favorite home crags near the Bay that Ethan never gets tired of, and remaining highballs in Bishop1:59:13 – Luke's Question: Challenging your perceived limits2:09:08 – More Thoughts About Rocklands:2:09:08 – Why Ethan thinks I should spend more time on commercial gym sets2:10:40 – My thoughts on the climbing in Rocklands, and why I was hesitant to talk about it2:19:28 – Sweet spot grades in different areas, and wanting to be good enough to enjoy weird or unpleasant climbs2:22:59 – We need that 18-year-old Moonboard energy2:24:32 – Wanting to come back, and wrap up

Ethan Pringle is back on the podcast! We talked about our first few weeks in Rocklands, the style of climbing here, his plans to try Monkey Wedding 8C, nemesis boulders, micromanaging holds, two habits that Ethan does every day, taking your time while executing hard moves, adjusting on holds, and Ethan talked about his dad's life after his stroke, his final weeks, and his passing on November 6, 2022.Check out The Nugget on YouTube:youtube.com/@thenuggetclimbingCheck out AG1!drinkAG1.com/NUGGETUse this link to get a free year's supply of vitamin D + 5 travel packs!Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app!Check out Rocky Talkie!RockyTalkie.com/NuggetUse this link to get 10% off your first order of backcountry radios!Check out Wonderful Pistachios!WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, Renzollama, Zach Emery, and Brandt MickolasEthan's Other Episodes:EP 21: Ethan Pringle (Jun 2020)Follow-Up: Ethan Pringle (Oct 2020)EP 44: Steven Dimmitt (feat. Ethan Pringle) (Nov 2020)A Call from Ethan (Jul 2021)Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/ethan-pringle-returnsNuggets:0:03:49 – Princess Pringle0:06:13 – Rocklands Trip update0:11:24 – Feeling fit for bouldering after sport climbing0:14:14 – Ethan's haphazard approach, and following the psych0:20:04 – Monkey Wedding (8C/V15)0:21:43 – Being surprised at the tactics of some really strong climbers0:24:03 – Rapid firing dynamic moves0:26:09 – The style of climbing in Rocklands0:32:37 – Bonus cruxes and nemesis rigs (Black Mango Chutney and Dangle)0:40:20 – Munchy holds0:41:12 – Micromanaging holds0:44:56 – Pause0:45:57 – Ethan-ism #1: Rolling out0:48:33 – Ethan-ism #2: Drinking lots of water0:51:03 – The lacrosse ball, and lubricated tendons0:54:00 – The injurious style of Rocklands0:55:54 – Ethan-ism #3: “Take your time.”1:03:12 – Perfectionism and being detail oriented, and accessing beast mode1:07:12 – Wanting moves to feel good, and committing when they're not1:08:39 – More about the style in Rocklands, and funky moves1:10:02 – Adjusting on holds, and Adam Ondra on Perfecto Mundo and La Dura Dura1:15:18 – His dad's stroke1:20:12 – Ethan's sleeping injury1:26:08 – His dad's quality of life in the final years of his life1:33:10 – Honoring his dad, which parts of Ethan feel most like him, and how his dad didn't how to process and talk about feelings1:39:22 – How Ethan developed his emotional intelligence, and giving space to other people's thoughts and feelings1:44:21 – A shared life philosophy1:47:58 – The loniless of thinking your inner messiness isn't ok1:49:11 – What made Ethan feel the best when his dad passed away1:53:46 – His dad's passing on November 6th, 20222:03:19 – Living2:06:22 – Thinking about the future2:10:10 – Goals and evolution2:12:39 – Inspiration, the unpleasant nature of hard rock climbing, and Seb on Bibliographie2:16:59 – Goals for the rest of the Rocklands trip2:19:07 – Plans to do trip updates, and my first two weeks in Rocklands2:22:57 – Indoor camping vibes, and plans for the podcast

This full episode is available for Patrons right now! Matt Heyliger is back on the podcast and joins me to talk about my bicep tendon injury back in December in Hueco, my rehab process, and how I was able to get back to climbing V10 in less than three months. We discuss the different stages of recovery, using BFR as part of my rehab, how to make the transition back to training, and how I am currently training for an upcoming bouldering trip to Magic Wood and Rocklands.Matt's Website:mattheyliger.comBecome a Patron to get access to the full episode! And support the podcast! *The full version is 1:31:47.*Watch the uncut video interview here!patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingMatt's Original Episode:EP 143: Matt Heyliger 

Fundamentals (Part 6 of 6) — In this episode, Jesse and I dive into how to structure your climbing year. We talk about the circumstances that led to some of our best years in climbing, the importance of having a plan and taking notes, why focus tends to produce excellence, how to build from one phase to the next, and making sure your training supports your climbing. Happy planning!Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse FirestoneTom Randall's Follow-Up:Follow-Up: Tom Randall The Nugget is brought to you by BetterHelp!betterhelp.com/NUGGETUse this link for 10% off your first month!Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app! (Available for iOS and Android)Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out LMNT!DrinkLMNT.com/NUGGETUse this link and get a free sample pack with any purchase! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, Renzollama, and Zack Emery Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-6Nuggets:0:02:55 – Sending my first three V11s in 2021, why 2022 was less successful than 2021, and "focus tends to produce excellence"0:09:56 – Why 2022 was a great year for Jesse, and flashing Free Willie V10 in Hueco Tanks0:11:56 – Jesse's new philosophy, and realizing that he will never try everything on his list0:13:37 – Steven's Tip #1: Write out a rough plan for your year0:16:31 – Jesse's Tip #1: Map out the major phases for your year0:17:16 – Steven's Tip #2: Reflect and take notes on your previous year0:20:01 – Jesse's Tip #2: Keep a daily journal0:21:17 – Bonus Tip: Celebrate your successes, and write down your top 10 climbing experiences at the end of each year0:22:14 – What Jesse includes in his daily journal, and reviewing once a season0:24:21 – My prefered journaling method, and the +/- system0:26:43 – Jesse's Google Keep beta0:28:05 – Steven's Tip #3: Give yourself time to transition between disciplines0:34:36 – Jesse's Tip #3: Write down three things that you want to work on to be prepared for each phase0:40:05 – Jesse's Tip #4: Your training should support your climbing (put the climbing first)0:43:27 – Steven's Tip #4: If you want to hit a peak performance, set aside three months to build toward that goal0:44:34 – Steven's Tip #5: Listen to my Follow-Up with Tom Randall on how to program your training0:45:23 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Just winging it0:45:43 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Not having a plan0:47:21 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Not rolling with the punches0:48:28 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Not taking notes (or not summarizing your notes in a way that is actually useful)0:49:22 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Not taking a rest phase0:52:14 – Bonus Tip: If you want to keep a session short, make a plan for right after the session0:53:55 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Bouncing around too often with disciplines, styles, rock types, etc.0:55:24 – Jesse's Pitfall #4: Putting all of your time, energy, and using all of the good conditions for one limit thing (throw yourself a bone every once in a while!)0:57:12 – The progression zone0:58:04 – Steven's Top Tip: Make a plan and take notes, and listen to my Follow-Up with Tom Randall0:58:47 – Jesse's Top Tip: Focus on the stuff that matters: no more than three0:59:22 – Jesse's two goals for 20221:00:13 – Let us know if you want a season 2!

Fundamentals (Part 5 of 6) — In part 5 of this series, Jesse and I share our tips and pitfalls for picking a project. As Jesse says in this episode, picking the right projects is a key part of having a satisfying climbing experience. We cover some of our best projecting experiences, as well as times we botched it, and we try to pass on what we learned along the way. Have fun projecting!Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse Firestone Check out The Nugget on YouTube:youtube.com/@thenuggetclimbingCheck out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app! (Available for iOS and Android)Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out LMNT!DrinkLMNT.com/NUGGETUse this link and get a free sample pack with any purchase! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, Renzollama, and Zack Emery Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-5Nuggets:0:03:26 – Plans for season 2 of Fundamentals!0:04:12 – Why picking the right project matters0:05:41 – Jesse's experience on Turbulence V11/12 in Leavenworth, WA0:07:05 – My experience on Eternia V11 in RMNP, CO0:09:39 – Jesse's epic to climb his first V10 in OR0:11:34 – Times I've botched it with picking projects, and a good experience on Crime Wave 5.13d at Smith Rock, OR0:15:58 – Jesse's experience with Boxcar 5.13c at the Rat Cave, OR0:17:04 – Steven's Tip #1: If you are trying to do the hardest thing you have ever done, make everything else easy0:18:09 – Jesse's Tip #1: Ask yourself the ABC questions: Is it accessible, badass, and challenging?0:21:03 – Bonus Tip: Know thyself0:22:08 – Steven's Tip #2: Remember that grades are a relative difficulty marker and they're not absolute0:24:01 – Jesse's Tip #2: A V-grade is a poor substitute for motivation0:27:16 – Steven's Tip #3: Think about what your last 3 months, 6 months, and year have looked like in terms of your climbing0:27:56 – Steven's Tip #4: Think about what the 1 and 2 month lead up time to the project is going to look like (and choose a pre-project if you can)0:29:55 – Jesse's Tip #3: Once you've committed to trying to do something, it's ok if you only want to do it because of the grade/difficulty0:33:55 – Steven's Tip #5: Pick a challenge that excites you0:37:27 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Overcommitting to a tick list,  and not leaving room for serendipity0:40:40 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Picking a limit project that is a pain in the ass in one or more ways0:42:13 – Jesse's realization from trying The Teacup V13 in Leavenworth, WA0:43:00 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Letting all of your other climbing suffer because you are just trying one project (I.e. Be careful about oneitis!)0:45:35 – Bonus Tip: Take the things you see on Instagram with a grain of salt0:48:00 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Picking a limit project with a single low-percentage move0:50:45 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Listening too much to other people (Don't let yourself be put in a box!)0:53:02 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Not adjusting the grade appropriately to find the correct level of challenge0:54:20 – Jesse's Pitfall #4: Picking a project just because it's there0:54:50 – Jesse's Pitfall #5: Not giving yourself a break between hard projects0:56:37 – Summaries are in the show notes!0:57:17 – Jesse's Top Tip: Learn to pay attention to that little voice in your head that tells you what's inspiring0:58:04 – Steven's Top Tip: If you trying to do the hardest thing you've ever done, stack all the cards in your favor

Fundamentals (Part 4 of 6) — In part 4 of this series, Jesse and I discuss our top tips for how to improve your climbing technique, and share common pitfalls that can prevent progress. These are fundamental tips that you can practice at the climbing gym, the boulders, or the crag. We hope this episode helps you more closely examine your movement so you can level up your climbing!Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse Firestone Check out The Nugget on YouTube:youtube.com/@thenuggetclimbingCheck out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out Athletic Greens!athleticgreens.com/NUGGETUse this link to get a free year's supply of vitamin D + 5 travel packs!Check out LMNT!DrinkLMNT.com/NUGGETUse this link and get a free sample pack with any purchase! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, and Renzollama Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-4Nuggets:0:04:23 – Jesse's realization about his climbing style, and wanting to climb taller0:06:23 – My interest in getting better at straight-on roof climbing0:07:47 – Jesse's Tip #1: Structure your technical practice0:10:38 – Skills are specific to the intensity of the movement0:12:25 – My philosophy for improving technique and how it differs from Jesse's0:14:23 – Steven's Tip #1: Become really interested in becoming a better climber0:15:35 – Jesse's Tip #2: Technique starts with creativity0:16:53 – The lesson Jesse learned from Pangalactic Gargleblaster0:19:30 – Steven's Tip #2: Watch climbing videos0:22:21 – Jesse's Tip #3: Film yourself incessantly0:26:27 – Steven's Tip #3: Do perfect repeats0:29:33 – Steven's Tip #4: Film yourself and review the video between tries0:30:59 – The confidence that comes from having footage of yourself climbing well0:33:48 – “We tend to believe the things we tell ourselves.”0:36:26 – Jesse's Tip #4 (from Kim!): Speak the language0:38:31 – Steven's Tip #5: Do the one and two-star climbs at your home crag0:40:33 – Bonus Tip: Frustration is usually a sign that there is room for improvement0:42:12 – Bonus Tip: Have your friends set problems for you on the spray wall0:42:12 – The satisfaction of climbing a scrappy or unpleasant climb really gracefully0:43:34 – “Take me to a moderate that I've never heard of.”0:43:56 – Jesse's Tip #5: Treat your flexibility as a skill, and practice it on the wall0:48:38 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Assuming you've learned everything there is to learn0:51:33 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Assuming that if something looks good it must be good technique0:55:08 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Going through the motions0:56:38 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Becoming too robotic with your technique practice0:58:36 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Expecting gym technique to transfer to outdoor climbing1:02:25 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Not training your technique in your strong areas1:03:51 – Steven's Pitfall #4: Avoiding the things that you're bad at and turning everything into your style1:06:14 – Jesse's Top Tip: Be endlessly curious about how you're moving on the wall1:06:31 – Steven's Top Tip: Become very interested in climbing better and bring that intention to your climbing

Fundamentals (Part 3 of 6) — In part 3 of this series, Jesse and I discuss tips and pitfalls for going on a sport climbing trip. Whether you are a weekend warrior, planning your first-ever sport climbing trip, or a seasoned veteran, we hope this episode will help you send your dream routes and enjoy your climbing along the way.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse Firestone Check out The Nugget on YouTube:youtube.com/@thenuggetclimbingCheck out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out LMNT!DrinkLMNT.com/NUGGETUse this link and get a free sample pack with any purchase! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, and Yinan Liu Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-3Nuggets:0:03:29 – The worst sport climbing I've been on, destroying my rental car, and having too high of expectations0:09:16 – Jesse's experiences making weekend trips to Smith Rock0:10:29 – Jesse's Tip #1: Have a good partner or crew0:11:38 – Steven's Tip #1: Try to sport climb as much as possible leading up to the sport climbing trip0:13:12 – My trip to Rifle in 2018, and why it was successful0:14:30 – Jesse's Tip #2: Prioritize the right skills before the trip0:15:30 – Jesse's endurance/money analogy0:16:14 – A tip for how to practice and train for sport climbing on a spray wall0:18:38 – Jesse's Tip #3: Be mindful of crag's ethics and history when you travel to a new sport climbing crag0:19:48 – Steven's Tip #2: Be brutally honest with yourself about how much time you have0:22:27 – Steven's Tip #3: Be intentional with what routes you try0:23:21 – Bonus Tip: Leave the ground with purpose0:23:57 – Jesse's Tip #4: Think about links on your project as their own goal0:25:40 – Steven's Tip #4: Have a goal or an intention for every try0:27:29 – Jesse's Tip #5: Dial in your snack game0:29:02 – Steven's Tip #5: Do mileage, or try something that is hard for you, but don't try to do both0:31:59 – Bonus Tip: If you are a boulderer primarily, be open-minded and give the routes time to grow on you 0:31:50 – The sunk cost fallacy, being okay with recon tries, and why you'll probably get better at sport climbing over time0:38:35 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Not having the right clothing layers0:40:47 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Not being specific enough with preparation before the trip0:43:19 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Getting redpoint blinders0:45:45 – The value of not trying your project on the last day of your trip0:48:11 – Some thoughts and tips related to onsighting0:50:10 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Letting the group derail your plans and keep you in your comfort zone0:51:31 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Not discussing your plans and intentions with your partner before the trip0:52:10 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Having too high of expectations0:53:55 – Jesse's Top Tip: Endurance is important, but it's secondary to actual sport climbing skills0:54:25 – Steven's Top Tip: Be brutally honest with yourself about how much time you really have, and make your tries count

Fundamentals (Part 2 of 6) — In part 2 of this series, Jesse and I dive deeper into specific tips and pitfalls for going on a bouldering trip. We covered a wide range of topics including training and preparation, crash pad and kit recommendations, how to manage skin and energy, good bouldering ethics, how to boulder in a group, and much more.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse Firestone Check out Grasshopper Climbing!grasshopperclimbing.cominstagram.com/grasshopperclimbingTell them I sent you to save $500 off a fully kitted out 8'x10' Grasshopper board! Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out Petzl!petzl.comOr shop for Petzl quickdraws at your local climbing shop! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, and Yinan Liu Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-2Nuggets:0:04:22 – A favorite memory from Jesse's trip to Rocklands, and my week-long trip to Bishop in 20170:11:12 – Top out views0:12:06 – Jesse's Tip #1: Try to have a mix of crash pads0:16:55 – Steven's Tip #1: Make your preparation as specific as possible0:20:21 – Bonus Tip: Two things that people miss in their bouldering training0:22:51 – Steven's Tip #2: Decide really quickly whether or not the boulder you're trying is important for you (and have an intention for the trip and each climbing day)0:24:56 – Bonus Tip: Be mindful of the language that you use with yourself (e.g. “I should be able to do this.”)0:25:35 – Jesse's Tip #2: Organize your gear and car before your trip (and stash some emergency snacks in your bag!)0:30:01 – Steven's Tip #3: Bring everything you think you might need to the boulders0:32:41 – Jesse's Tip #3: Know basic bouldering ethics, and know how to move efficiently in a group (and be polite at the boulders)0:35:01 – Steven's Tip #4: Take breaks to run around and look at cool stuff0:36:28 – Bonus Tip: Take your climbing shoes off between every try0:36:49 – Steven's Tip #5: Sleep on a decent bed (and bring your pillow!)0:39:06 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Blowing through all of your skin on day 10:40:22 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: Getting socially exhausted (i.e. be mindful of how much social energy you have)0:41:46 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Spending the whole day “warming up” to do the hard thing0:42:59 – Bonus Tip: Learn how to warm up with minimal climbing (and be ruthlessly realistic about how much time you have and what you can do in a day)0:44:35 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Not being mindful of how much total energy you have0:46:45 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Blowing it with timing when it comes to conditions and sun/aspect0:48:02 – Bonus Tip: Try to find out when your project goes into the shade0:48:26 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Not taking responsibility for your own safety0:52:40 – Jesse's Top Tip: Know good bouldering ethics0:53:23 – Steven's Top Tip: Decide quickly whether the bouldering you are trying is important to you

Welcome to a new mini-series called Fundamentals! My pal Jesse Firestone joins me for a six-part series that covers some of the fundamental elements of becoming a better climber.  We hope these episodes answer common questions, and provide helpful nuggets for climbers of all ability levels. Stay tuned for more episodes coming soon!Listen to Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentalsJesse's Original Episode:EP 127: Jesse Firestone

Fundamentals (Part 1 of 6) — In this episode, Jesse and I each share our top tips and pitfalls for going on a climbing trip. Whether you are planning your first-ever climbing trip, or are a seasoned climber, we think you'll find some helpful nuggets here. We learned these lessons the hard way. Hopefully, you won't have to.Listen to more Fundamentals episodes!thenuggetclimbing.com/fundamentals Check out Athletic Greens!athleticgreens.com/NUGGETUse this link to get a free year's supply of vitamin D + 5 travel packs!Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!Check out Petzl!petzl.comOr shop for Petzl quickdraws at your local climbing shop! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, and Yinan Liu Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/fundamentals-part-1Nuggets:0:02:53 – Jesse's story of breaking his toe in Thailand, and my first-ever bouldering trip to Bishop CA0:06:28 – Lessons from our first failed climbing trips0:09:11 – Jesse's Tip #1: Set the tone for the trip early0:12:11 – Jesse's Tip #2: On a week-long trip, always rest the second day0:13:58 – Patience, and taking a week or two to acclimate on longer trips0:17:55 – Steven's Tip #1: Be open0:21:48 – Steven's Tip #2: Climb some easy things0:23:47 – Bonus Tip: Pay some attention to what your climbing values are0:24:10 – Steven's Tip #3: Go look at tons of stuff0:25:51 – Jesse's Tip #3: Minimize the decisions you have to make right after climbing0:27:24 – Try to avoid survival mode0:29:09 – Steven's Tip #4: Measure the success of the trip in experiences, and not in sends0:31:28 – Bonus Tip: Set process-oriented goals rather than achievement-oriented goals (and scrap the tick list)0:34:12 – How complicated it is to climb well on a trip0:37:34 – Jesse's Pitfall #1: When people recommend climbs to you, keep in mind that they almost always recommend climbs that they had good experiences on, not things that are objectively good0:39:11 – My first trip to The Red, Jesse's first trip to Hueco, and thoughts on training for your first trip to a new area0:41:55 – Jesse's Pitfall #2: Don't train right up until the trip, and don't try to cram your training in at the last second (show up rested)0:45:10 – Steven's Pitfall #1: Spending the entire trip on one climb0:46:07 – Steven's Pitfall #2: Climbing way too much0:47:21 – Bonus Tip: Be genuinely interested in other people's climbing0:49:01 – Bonus Tip: It's ok to climb a lot on a trip, but be sure to rest appropriately afterward0:52:39 – Jesse's Pitfall #3: Wrecking your skin0:54:47 – Steven's Pitfall #3: Not getting the intensity right0:57:52 – The sunk cost fallacy on a trip0:58:57 – Jesse's Top Tip: Set the tone early in the trip0:59:37 – Steven's Top Tip: Be open1:00:31 – Wrap up

Two podcasts at once! I chat with Steven Dimmitt of the popular Nugget Climbing Podcast. We take turns interviewing each other, and really get into the history of what we do, and the challenging side of a “dream job”. Visit The Nugget: www.thenuggetclimbing.com  Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15% off any product… The post 9 – Season 4 – Finding Nuggets in The Climbing World, A Conversation with Steven Dimmitt appeared first on The Climbing Zine.

Luke Mehall is the creator of The Climbing Zine and The Dirtbag State of Mind podcast. In this episode, we take turns interviewing each other. I ask Luke why he started The Climbing Zine, what lessons climbing has taught him, what themes connect the stories he selects, and how to sustain creative work. He asks me about my origin story with The Nugget, what all of these interviews have brought to my life, and the difficulties I've faced along the way.Check out The Climbing Zine!climbingzine.comCheck out Grasshopper Climbing!grasshopperclimbing.cominstagram.com/grasshopperclimbingTell them I sent you to save $500 off a fully kitted out 8'x10' Grasshopper board! Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order! We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, and Yinan Liu Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/luke-mehallNuggets:0:05:18 – What Luke learned from Tim (the owner of Zia Taqueria) about business0:10:48 – Why Luke started The Climbing Zine0:13:11 – What characterizes a zine?0:17:59 – The theme that connects all of the stories Luke chooses for The Climbing Zine0:20:43 – Finding authors and stories, and why Luke almost never assigns stories/topics0:22:46 – How climbing gave Luke his life and saved him from substance abuse and depression0:26:37 – Why you can't rely just on climbing for your happiness0:27:55 – Sharing vulnerable stories that others can relate to0:29:26 – Luke's vision for his brand, and how he hopes to share his personal story through film0:34:53 – How to protect the thing you love when your creative work becomes your job0:38:57 – How Luke uses therapy to talk about his goals, and having a hype man0:42:13 – Steven's origin story with The Nugget, and what I am trying to do by sharing people's stories0:50:15 – What all of these interviews have brought to my life0:55:01 – The most challenging parts of building The Nugget into a sustainable business1:02:19 – Desiring routine and seasons1:04:27 – My favorite podcasting moments1:08:19 – Sustaining the effort, paying it forward, and closing thoughts from both me and Luke

New interview featuring me! Isabel von Rittberg is a good friend of mine and the host of Kegels and Coffee. She interviewed me on her podcast earlier this year to talk about my experience with my first-ever panic attack in December of 2021. We talked about what led up to the panic attack and how it was a wake-up call for me, how to stay sane while getting the work done, and much more.*This was one of the most vulnerable interviews I've done. And it's one of my favorites. Hope you enjoy :) Listen to more episodes of Kegels and Coffee!kegelsandcoffee.com We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, and Yinan Liu Become a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/steven-on-kegels-and-coffee

Welcome back to Kegels and Coffee! I am excited to start off with the one and only Steven Dimmitt, host of The Nugget Climbing Podcast. Known as a passionate rock climber who interviews world-class rock climbers and coaches, bringing us new insights, the latest training trends and life wisdom, Steven in my conversation shared a vulnerable side and a recent story that was a bit of a wakeup call: His first ever panic attack. We talked about what led up to this moment, the pressure we put on ourselves hosting our own podcasts, the ‘resistance' that any creator bumps up against (in our case editing block) and how to stay sane while still getting the work done. His show has reached over 1M downloads and has quickly become one of the top climbing podcasts in the world. You can learn more about Steven at thenuggetclimbing.com

My close friend Taylor Fragomeni joins me for Q&A 6! We talked about ways to improve your climbing if your access to the gym or crag is limited, and we tackled Patron questions about bouldering at night, best bang-for-your-buck strength exercises, beta videos, daily hangboarding, how to warm up for max hangs on a lifting day, and route and boulder pyramids.We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, and Craig LeeBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-6Nuggets:0:00:00 – Introducing Taylor!0:03:00 – Ways to Improve Your Climbing if Access is Limited:0:03:00 – Metal Game0:06:09 – Watching Videos0:09:55 – Visualization0:13:29 – Decision Maps (and having a backup plan)0:23:43 – Adding Stability Elements to Strength Exercises0:28:37 – Getting Creative0:29:41 – One-Time Coaching Calls0:30:24 – How to connect with Tay!0:30:59 – Patron Questions:0:30:59 – Hakan's Question: Any nuggets for nighttime bouldering sessions?0:36:42 – Cody's Question: Training recommendations for a 5.10 mountain guide, and biggest bang-for-your-buck strength training exercise for climbing?0:43:19 – Justin's Question: How often do you look at other people's beta videos when you're trying a boulder or sport climb? Do you ever avoid them on purpose?0:49:57 – Toby's comment and the benefit of taking notes on podcasts/books/etc0:57:06 – Sytse's Question: Do you still do Emil Abrahamsson's twice-a-day hangboard protocol?1:00:26 – Murpheys_law24: How do you warm up for max hangs on a lifting day?1:04:25 – Briana's Question: Do “old sends” count for your current pyramid? And thoughts on the 1-2-4-8-16 pyramid vs. 1-3-9-27?

Host of the hit climbing podcast The Nugget, Steven Dimmitt shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game.  - Steven, as many of you are surely already aware, is the host of The Nugget Climbing Podcast. With more than 135 episodes and over 1 million downloads, The Nugget has become a really valuable resource for the climbing community. Beyond the mic, Steven is a very strong and stoked climber. He's a V-double-digit boulderer, projecting 14a on sport, and casually deadlifts 405 lbs. This chat is equal parts insightful, entertaining, and psyched!  - PhysiVantage is the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Visit www.physivantage.com/discount/STRUGGLE15 to receive 15% off your full priced nutrition order.    Petzl is the official gear sponsor of The Struggle. Check out their amazing products, including the Sirocco helmet, at your local gear shop and learn more at petzl.com. - The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.  - Want to be a podcast hero and score yourself some rad limited edition swag? Support the show and the climbers who make it by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - SHOW NOTES: Struggle: 0:08:28 Training: 0:11:18 Nutrition: 0:25:03 Tactics: 0:36:26 Mental Game: 0:47:07 Purpose: 0:59:05 Takeaways: 1:07:55 - Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow, @stevendimmitt and @thenuggetclimbing - Free Sticker Alert! Please rate and review the show -- it really helps us to reach a wider audience! Snap a pic of your review and post to IG and tag @thestruggleclimbingshow so that we can find you, and we'll send you a sticker just because you're rad. - This show is produced by Ryan Devlin and Mary Mathis, and is hosted by Ryan Devlin. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective.  - Let's climb hard and do good things in the world!    

Originally from the PNW Steven left his career as an engineer in early 2020 to move into a van full-time, and pursue personal goals in rock climbing and traveling around the country interviewing world-class climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. Steven and I talk about some of that inspiration, how he got into climbing, and of course podcasts. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

Steven Dimmitt lives on the road year round, chasing the climbing weather in his van. He also produces The Nugget Climbing podcast, which is beloved in the climbing world and is considered one of the best long-form interview podcasts in the outdoor space.  In this episode of I'd Rather Be, Steven shares how he discovered his passion for climbing and some of the many lessons the sport -- and lifestyle -- have taught him over the years. Check out Steven's podcast here: https://thenuggetclimbing.com/Follow I'd Rather Be on InstagramShow notes and episode transcript at idratherbepodcast.com

The tables are turned in this episode! Steven Dimmitt joins Chad Andrews from Clipping Chains to talk about leaving his engineering career to start the podcast, building a craft vs. pursuing a passion, reaching more than 1M downloads, monetization, outsourcing things you hate doing, the glorification of van life, and key climbing principles he has learned from hosting The Nugget.Check out Grasshopper Climbing!grasshopperclimbing.cominstagram.com/grasshopperclimbingTell them I sent you to save $500 off a fully kitted out 8'x10' Grasshopper board! Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app! (Available for iOS and Android)Check out PhysiVantage!physivantage.com (link includes 15% off coupon)Use code "NUGGET15" at checkout for 15% off your next order!We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, and Craig LeeBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/chad-andrews-interviews-steven-dimmitt

Steven Dimmitt is the host of the popular Nugget Climbing Podcast, a show about performance climbing and the life-long journey of self-improvement. At the surface, it seems that Steven left his engineering job and moved into a van to pursue what might seem like a whimsical and youthful passion. Digging deeper, however, we see that the journey to critical and financial success is one of dedicated craftsmanship.How can we all leverage the power and contentment of craftsmanship to build a satisfying and meaningful life?I really enjoyed this one, and I hope you will too. Topics Discussed with Steven DimmittWhy Steven left his secure job as an engineer and moved into a van full-timeWhy Steven quit his job but doesn't consider himself to be “chasing a passion”The process to building The Nugget Climbing Podcast and generating a loyal following with over 1 million downloads!How Steven is close to surpassing his previous income as an engineer! Much more on the delicate balance of monetizationThoughts on transitioning away from full-time van life and prospective home ownership in a hot marketThe financial viability, misconceptions, and glorification of van lifeCommunity and romantic relationships on the roadThe demands of hosting a weekly interview podcast and thoughts on building a teamThe endless chase of satisfaction in performance rock climbingSteven's interest in music and future ideas for meaningful workThe sustainability of The Nugget and Clipping ChainsKey climbing principles Steven has learned from hosting The NuggetSo much more! Support this project: Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to the website: SUBSCRIBE ME!Show Notes and Links at Clippingchains.com

Recently, we have entered into a collaboration with Steven Dimmitt of The Nugget Climbing Podcast who is helping us with the editing, sound and production of our podcast. Steven's podcast is great, with loads of fantastic episodes to choose from. He is also a whizz at all the technical things. As part of this collaboration we are producing some mini-episodes together in pairs called "Reflections". These 10-15 min episodes are discussions around various different topics with the focus on learning, reflection and insights we may have had. They will be available to those who support The Nugget Podcast via Patreon, but we have included one here as a taster - enjoy!

In Q&A 5, I tackle Patron questions about my own current hangboard training, how to fit everything in that we need to train, how to deal with bad body image, how my training and climbing have changed since starting the podcast, golden nuggets for newer climbers, where I found the theme song for the podcast, my van life internet setup, and much more. *Treat this episode like a buffet! Listen straight through or jump around as you like. I organized these questions into categories and added timestamps below.Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app! (Available for iOS and Android)Check out PhysiVantage!physivantage.com (link includes 15% off coupon)Use code "NUGGET15" at checkout for 15% off your next order!Check out Rhino Skin Solutions!rhinoskinsolutions.comUse code “NUGGET” at checkout for 20% off your next order!We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, and Craig LeeBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-5Nuggets:0:03:55 – Intro and updates0:07:41 – My Personal Climbing / Training / Goals:0:07:41 – Vincent: Current finger strength routine?0:15:16 – Vincent: What does your current training cycle look like?0:18:24 – Konstantinos: What are your European dream sends?0:20:24 – Daniel: If you could send the next grade by sacrificing something pleasurable, what would it be?0:22:20 – Christoph: How did it go trying to free Moonlight Buttress? Are you going back?0:24:18 – Christoph: Plans for Yosemite this year?0:26:00 – Matt: Top 3 go-to climbing shoes?0:28:04 – André: What grade do you honestly feel is your absolute limit in bouldering?0:29:27 – André: Do you miss some of the body strength exercises you used to do a lot? (Pistol squats, deadlift, etc.)0:32:17 – Xander: How have these podcasts shaped the way you climb and train?0:36:25 – Training / Climbing Advice:0:36:25 – Konstantinos: What would be your golden climbing nugget towards newer climbers?0:40:19 – Briana: How do you fit in all of the different types of training that seem necessary, without getting too fatigued?0:44:34 – Neal: Verm mentioned curing his chronic elbow tendonitis by primarily training his shoulders. Do you have any insights into this?0:47:42 – Nutrition / Body image:0:47:42 – Savva: How do you deal with bad body image?0:52:25 – Savva: How do you decide how to eat and rest without getting obsessive or spending a fortune?0:54:37 – My Background / Route Setting:0:54:37– Justin: Furthest you got from the WWU rec center and found tape on your shoe?0:55:30 – Justin: Biggest positive change in commercial climbing gyms vs. when you started? Biggest negative change?0:58:06 – Justin: Did WWU shape your climbing experience for the better? How do you think modern collegiate climbing experiences compare?1:00:30 – Will: Did you have a favorite setting style as a route setter back in college?1:01:52 – Will: Did you set at a bouldering or a rope climbing wall?1:03:58 – Vanlife / Traveling / Lifestyle:1:03:58 – Savva: How do you plan your climbing trips?1:07:08 – Savva: Biggest expenses doing van life?1:08:23 – Ainsley: Cultural differences between different climbing areas? Biggest takeaways from traveling?1:10:46 – Briana: Is it difficult to find partners on the road? Any tips for finding partners for roped climbing?1:12:38 – Fil: Any thoughts on how to fill your non-climbing time when living in a van?1:15:08 – Skyler: Where do you like to climb during the summer?1:16:06 – Joe: Favorite go-to dinners in the van?1:17:42 – Liam: Internet setup in the van?1:19:32 – Personal / Fun / Random:1:19:32 – Casey: If you could have been a pro athlete in any other sport when you were young, what would you be?1:20:57 – André: Top 2 climbing places outside of the US you would like to know and why?1:22:17 – André: Who's is the freakiest climber you've seen perform live, and how was it?1:25:32 – Savva: How does your family feel about climbing?1:26:41 – Savva: What do you want to try / learn / experience / send next year?1:29:35 – Savva: What's the last book you enjoyed or found important?1:31:22 – Vincent: As your fame grows, how do you see yourself changing?1:33:21 – Vincent: What things you didn't think about when you started this venture have become important for you?1:34:43 – Vincent: Are there any things that felt important when you started, such as training and climbing outdoors, that have changed in priority?1:35:51 – Daniel: Are you thinking of settling down any time soon?1:37:14 – Daniel: Are you dating now? Do you want kids?1:38:44 – Darren: What are you grateful for and why did you stop asking that question?1:41:12 – Podcast / Podcasting Goals:1:41:12 – Taylor: How did you choose the theme song for the Nugget?1:42:58 – Taylor: What podcasts does a podcaster listen to?1:45:54 – Ainsley: When you say “I'll link to that in the show notes”, are you just leaving yourself a reminder to do it when you listen back? Was this conscious when you started?1:47:36 – Daniel: Have you ever had to postpone an interview because of your mood, mental health, or tiredness? Are there any interviews that you think you should have postponed?1:53:34 – Christoph: What do you like best about how Tim Ferriss approaches podcasting? What do you like least?1:56:12 – Linda: Does the finished podcast that we hear follow the actual order/flow of the interview in real life?1:58:32 – Hunter: Do people recognize you at the crags? Do you find that you have to keep up a different persona/image while at the crags?2:01:28 – Hunter: How do you view your progression in podcasting? And what do you think it takes for you to get to the next level (whatever that means to you!)?2:03:30 – Wrap up

Heather Weidner grew up in Las Vegas, NV. After five years as a veterinarian and weekend warrior, she finally realized that what she really wanted to be doing was rock climbing. Heather is a perfect mix of gentle and fierce: as sweet as can be with people and animals – always smiling – but relentless on the wall. She's climbed up to 14b sport (Stockboy's Revenge) and 14a R trad (China Doll). This episode lies very close to my heart, because it was recorded only three days before her son Dallas Dean Weidner was born. In our conversation, Heather shares her journey toward motherhood, the challenges along the way and the beauty of building her own family. 

Steven Dimmitt chats to Mina on his podcast 'The Nugget Climbing Podcast' about her early life and living in India, learning about impermanence from her dad, chasing flow state, memorable high ball boulders, learning to try hard, becoming a mama and much more... We highly recommend his podcast! You can find it here Enjoy!

Steven Dimmitt is living proof that when you live life chasing your own curiosity, the output can lead to opportunities you never knew existed. Steven is a rock climber, podcaster, and entrepreneur.He left his engineering job to move into a van full-time, and pursue personal goals in his passion of rock climbing. For the past year, he has been building The Nugget Climbing Podcast where he interviews world-class climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. The podcast has already hit 500k downloads in the first 18 months. Dive in and let's explore how successful entrepreneurs are the ones who scratch their own itch!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:28] Opening Segment I introduce today's guest, Steven DimmittSteven gives a bit of his background Thinking life is about choosing the “least bad option” Fell into the path of engineering Breaking out of the self-limitsGoing into entrepreneurship - “what is an itch I want to scratch?”[05:29 - 20:01] Successful Entrepreneurs Scratch Their Own ItchSteven talks about his first lessons as an entrepreneurThe mistake of trying to create something you're not interested in The start of Steven's blog Building credibility with the podcast Starting a podcast without generalizing the content Rising above the competition by niching down Incorporating your interests and digging deeper Scratching your own itch Always curious and asking questionsThe networking opportunity that comes from good interviews Becoming financially stable from the content aloneHow Steven makes his content unique through authentic curiosity Extract the most interesting things from each person A quick word from our sponsor[20:02 - 26:50] Steven Dimmitt on Building Your Network How Steven breaks out of his shell to connect with other people Breaking down introversion vs. extroversion Get uncomfortable at least once a week Who you know or what you knowNetwork over knowledge Make other people as interesting as possible Some amount of imposter syndrome can be healthy [26:51 - 35:33] Closing Segment  ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with StevenLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “If you change your inputs, you are capable of achieving different outputs.” - Steven Dimmitt“I think people can really feel curiosity. I don't force my guests to talk about specific things, I just want to really try to extract what's most interesting about that specific person.” - Steven Dimmitt“Everyone is interesting if you ask them the right questions.” - Steven DimmittResources Mentioned: The Nugget Climbing PodcastThe Four Hour BodyThe Four Hour WorkweekTools of Titans Want to connect with Steven? You can follow him on Instagram. Show some love and head on over to https://thenuggetclimbing.com/ and get connected to the community. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ready to talk fear, balance, and failure? Ready or not, this week we talk to fellow podcaster, Steven Dimmitt of The Nugget Climbing podcast, about all those things in relation to his transition from engineer to full-time van lifer and climber. Steven drops so may nuggets (see what we did there) on how he found his balance and good intentions driving good results. Link up: https://linktr.ee/friendsoffailure Send us your failure at stories at friendsoffailurepodcast@gmail.com Steven's Website: https://thenuggetclimbing.com/ The Nugget Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenuggetclimbing/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevendimmitt/?hl=en Van Tour Video: https://vimeo.com/645447177

What can you do to become a world class entrepreneur? Success leaves clues, even if the success happens in a different arena. Today, Steven Dimmitt will unpack the clues from the world of rock climbing! He is an elite-level rock climber, and creator of The Nugget Climbing Podcast. He left his engineering job in early 2020 to move into a van full-time, and pursue his passion of rock climbing. Now he travels year-round, and interviews world-class rock climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. The podcast has been a great success, hitting 500k downloads in the first 18 months. Steven's goal is to learn from the best in the world. He hopes to apply the "nuggets" he learns from his guests to improve his own climbing, and to help share their inspiring stories. Listen NOW as we discuss, "How To Become A World Class Entrepreneur." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/30minutehour/support

In Q&A 4, I tackle patron questions about Hueco round 2 and other goals for 2022, my plans for V12 and 5.14, how my trip to Leavenworth went and plans to return, my favorite features in the van, dating on the road, my remote working setup, what I've learned from nearly 100 episodes of the podcast, and making sense of conflicting advice. *Treat this episode like a buffet! Listen straight through or jump around as you like. I organized these questions into categories and added timestamps below.Support the Podcast:thenuggetclimbing.com/supportWe are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Bryan Fast, Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, and David LahaieBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingWebsite Links:Top ListsSteven's FavoritesShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-4Nuggets:0:00 – Intro and updates7:04 – My Climbing / Training / Goals: 7:14 – Oskar: Tips for night climbing?14:07 – Taylor: Plans for Hueco round 2?16:53 – Casey: Hueco tick list? And what about Rifle?17:57 – Casey: Do you prefer to write your own training programs or to have a coach?18:46 – Casey: Outdoor vs. indoor bouldering performance? Does it matter?21:27 – Casey: Do you like night sessions? Is it hard to fall asleep after?22:52 – Jimmy: Favorite endurance workout on a home wall? 25:43 – Karl: Do you think kneepads change grades?33:12 – Tim: Do you ever climb easy stuff for fun?35:44 – Tyler: Party tricks vs. helpful training?38:14 – Tyler: Dream areas or routes in Canada?38:55 – Andrew: What makes a limit boulder problem “limit”? What makes a perfect repeat “perfect”?42:32 – Shanna: What will you implement from the PCC?46:24 – Jordan: Have you dabbled in trad or multi-pitch climbing?49:44 – Eric: What is the softest 5.14 in the US? Why aren't you trying it now?51:09 – Nolan: How have you moved past plateaus?53:08 – Nolan: Have you been on JDI yet?54:35 – Conor: Can you tell us about your early climbing and training? What would you change?58:20 – RJB: Where are you on your climbing journey?1:00:57 – Luke: Goals for 2022? How do you go about goalsetting?1:09:06 – Drew: Did you come back to try The Practitioner? And how did it go?1:12:55 – David: Goals in Leavenworth?1:14:37 – Nutrition / Weight Gain:1:14:45 – Karl: Does starch count as sugar?1:17:33 – Angelo: I'm embracing my body type and getting stronger, but when will I stop gaining weight?1:23:15 – Vanlife / Current Lifestyle / Personal Life:1:23:24 – Tyler/Ethan/Luke: Favorite van features? What did you bring but haven't used? 1:28:03 – Tyler: Can you describe work station in your van? What is your internet setup?1:31:50 – Matt: Any mice in the van?1:32:54 – Jordan: How long have you had your van? Thoughts on dirtbagging now vs. pre-van?1:34:47 – Michael: Pee bottle tips?1:36:54 – Logan: Why did you choose your van?1:39:27 – Howard: Health insurance as a vanlifer?1:41:53 – Nolan: Have you settled into the lifestyle as a full-time vanlifer podcast superstar yet?1:43:59 – Desiree: What are some favorite experiences you get to have living on the road? Pitfalls? Tips?1:49:29 – John: How do you handle long winter nights in the van?1:50:42 – Alexandra: How is a dating life when living in a van?1:53:56 – Shanna: Are you living in the van nonstop? Do you think you can do it indefinitely?1:56:49 – John: Coffee or tea? Method of brewing? Any tats?1:57:45 – Brian: Vanlife product you just can't get behind?1:58:42 – Brian: What have you given up for vanlife that you miss?1:59:35 – Brian: What alternate life would you be content with?2:00:41 – Daniel: Do you still play video games?2:03:26 – Liam: Did you save up money before quitting your job, or say fuck it? Also, what is your climbing story?2:06:30 – Jonathan: What is your relationship to mindfulness or meditation? How do they affect your life and climbing?2:10:52 – Fun / Funny / Other:2:11:00 – Tyler S: Weirdest smell you've had in the van?2:12:03 – Tyler S: Most ridiculous outfit you've climbed in? 2:13:27 – Tyler B: Any plans to head out east to climb on southern sandstone? Dream climbing trip?2:14:49 – Tyler B: Who would you like to spend a climbing with?2:15:42 – Brian: Other hobbies?2:17:21 – Brian: Who would you take on a multi-pitch climb?2:18:18 – Podcasting / What I've Learned From Episodes:2:18:30 – Ryan: You've put out nearly 100 episodes—How do you deal with conflicting advice from all of these badass climbers? 2:24:22 – Tyler: If you could collaborate with any podcast, what would it be?2:25:30 – Tyler: Top 3 podcast guests?2:26:36 – Finn: What interview do you find yourself organically thinking back to the most?  2:28:23 – Garrett: Has the podcast made you a better communicator? Has it made you more confident when meeting people?2:31:30 – Wrapup

Today we are speaking with Steven Dimmitt! Steven is the host of The Nugget Climbing Podcast. Steven was hosted on our primary podcast, so be sure to check out Steven's amazing story about rock climbing and podcasting on episode 136 of Boundless Body Radio!Find Steven at-https://thenuggetclimbing.com/Podcast- https://thenuggetclimbing.com/all-episodesIG- @stevendimmittPodcast tools that Steven uses-Logic Pro XZoom H6 RecorderSHURE SM 68 MicAudio-Technica ATR2100 USB Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Hazel talks with Mina and Steven Dimmitt of the The Nugget Climbing Podcast about their respective recoveries from under-eating/over-training. Although their stories look a little different they both managed to get into a position of poor health in the bid to get stronger and lighter for climbing. Both have since made a full recovery and are in great shape mentally and physically. In this conversation they talk about each of their uniquely difficult journeys back to full health. The emergence of stories like theirs are part of a growing trend in climbing that reprioritises strength gains over weight loss and uses practices that better reflect latest research. Thanks to Mina and Steven for being open to talk about this because conversations like this do a lot to improve the health of our community! Go here for the previous episode on Mina's diagnosis of RED-S. Go here to hear about Steven's story.

In Q&A 3, I tackle patron questions about my two most successful winters of training on my home wall back in Bend, how my training has evolved and what it looks like now, how to maintain strength while living on the road and climbing full-time, advice for nomadic living, life mottos, try-hard mindset, hair dye, M&Ms, singalong jams, and much more.Become a Patron:  patreon.com/thenuggetclimbing One-On-One Consultations:thenuggetclimbing.com/coachingShow Notes:  http://thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-3Nuggets:0:00 – Q&A 3 overview, and info about Patreon and one-on-one consultations5:05 – Faelan's Question: Lessons from two winters of training on my (Steven's) home wall, and my best week of climbing ever16:20 – Andrew K's Question: Have you ever visited The New or other east coast crags? What areas do you dream of visiting?17:44 – Jimmy's Question: How much running should someone do for sport climbing to build cardio?20:39 – Joe's Question: Am I limiting myself by only climbing near home in Tahoe? Which areas should I travel to in order to grow the most as a climber?25:03 – Joe's Question: Any advice for me as I pursue a new video project and start creating content?28:19 – Andrew W's Question: Why have you struggled to make gains in your training in the past? How has your training evolved? How do you train now?35:30 – Andrew W's Question: Tips for building and maintaining community while living on the road?38:08 – Andrew W's Question: Do you have a quote or motto that best describes your approach to living?41:26 – Casey's Question: Any advice for training/maintaining strength while living on the road?48:42 – Clay's Question: How do you think about the question, “How do you think about that?”51:19 – Casey M's Question: Did you really dye your hair blonde? Why not purple?52:44 – Casey M's Question: Any person totally non-climbing-related that you would love to have on the podcast?55:52 – Casey M's Question: Have you ever absentmindedly picked all of the M&Ms out of someone else's trail mix? 56:19 – Casey M's Question: You are riding in the car with a friend and you are the DJ: what do you pick to sing along to?57:23 – Casey M's Question: What mindset do you try to channel when trying hard?59:00 – Casey M's Question: When will you start trying to do stunts in videos? Can we send you skateboard tricks?

I was interviewed on the Nugget! This is a re-post of an interview with me on the Nugget Climbing Podcast with host Steven Dimmitt. I love being on the other side of an interview occasionally, and Steven is a fantastic interviewer. We had some laughs, talked about some serious stuff, and I feel a little vulnerable about how much I shared personally, honestly.  I'm an open book, but when it's recorded and put out to the world, it's a little nerve wracking! I hope you enjoy this interview and maybe get to know me a little better (than you even wanted to). Here's Steven's description of the interview from his site, and he has some other good show notes on the episode page if you're interested. Neely Quinn is the founder of TrainingBeta, and the long-time host of The TrainingBeta Podcast. We talked about Neely's health journey and discovering paleo, not wanting a boss, why she decided to create TrainingBeta, lessons learned from hosting 160+ interviews, injuries and surgery, project piano pieces, kids vs. houses, and her new puppy named Willa. You can learn more about Neely at trainingbeta.com Show Links This episode on The Nugget Climbing Podcast website My Nutrition Program for Climbers: Nourish Work on your nutrition with me

Steven Dimmitt is an elite level rock climber, entrepreneur, and the host of The Nugget Climbing podcast. Steven had a pivotal moment in his life one day when he felt he was wasting away in his cubicle at work.  He couldn't imagine a lifetime living the way he was... In this episode he gives his three high percentage tips and in the full episode #121 he shares his whole story, joining us from the van one evening. You'll love his tips and the full epsidoe if you missed it. Please support our Sponsors... The Build a Business Success Secrets Monthly Print Newsletter It's a monthly playbook about the inner workings of building a company. It's written specifically for entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners to make them smarter, happier and richer. Check out the special offer for listeners today >>>

Steven Dimmitt chats to Hazel on his podcast 'The Nugget Climbing Podcast' about mental training, the ego, fear of falling, fear of failure, her experiences with Magic Line and much more... We highly recommend his podcast! You can find it here Enjoy!

EPISODE 33: The boys are climbing toward higher altitudes this week as they sit down with rock climber, podcaster, and entrepreneur Steven Dimmitt. Steven left his engineering job to move into a van full-time and pursue his dream of becoming a professional rock climber. Earlier this year he started The Nugget Climbing Podcast, which has been met with great success—hitting 500k downloads within the first 18 months. Sharing the remarkable journey that led him to his present day success, Steven discusses the injury that ultimately became a catalyst to changing his entire life and helped him realize his true passion. The trio goes on to talk about everything from taking risks without the full security of a safety net, to growing out of your comfort zone & eliminating “good enough” from your vocabulary. Buckle up y'all, Episode 33 is here. We'll see you inside. Guest bio: With a goal to learn from the best of the best, Steven Dimmitt interviews world-class climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. He hopes to apply the "nuggets" he learns from his guests to improve his own climbing, and to help share their inspiring stories. Steven encourages his listeners to overcome their challenges & take the leap they've been dreaming about. Where to find us: Show Hosts @joshlevinefitness - CONTACT FOR COACHING! (https://www.instagram.com/joshlevinefitness/) @travishawkesmedia - CONTACT FOR MEDIA! (https://www.instagram.com/travishawkesmedia/) Today's Guest @thenuggetclimbing - FOLLOW FOR INFORMATION ON SELF-IMPROVEMENT & FITNESS! (https://www.instagram.com/thenuggetclimbing/) Podcast Producer @james_lohan - CONTACT FOR PODCAST PRODUCTION! (https://www.instagram.com/james_lohan/) Help us grow the show - Sub, Rate, and Review on Apple Podcasts! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/struggle-to-strength-podcast/) Watch The Video Pod On Youtube! - Youtube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDgIa3ZBMm3KaNi_hoFXxhQ) Follow the Podcast on social for even more content! - Struggle To Strength Instagram (http://https://www.instagram.com/struggle2strengthpod/)

Living in a van and traveling around the country might not be your thing. But for Steven Dimmitt it was, and he left everything behind to chase his dream. He is the proud host of of a podcast that he wanted to hear himself, but didn't exist- The Nugget Climbing Podcast. He interviews the very best world-class climbers to tease out what habits and routines that got them where they are today, and shares their inspiring stories with the rest of us! We are so grateful for Steven and his work and his amazing podcast and we were honored to host him on our show!Find Steven at-The Nugget Climbing PodcastIG- thenuggetclimbingFB- The Nugget Community

This is Part 2 of Steven Dimmitt's (Nugget podcast) interview of Eric Hörst on a wide range of climbing training and performance topics. In this episode you will learn...how young guns Cameron Hörst (20) and Jonathan Hörst (18) train compared to their coach dad (age 57), tips for parenting/coaching youth climbers, what it takes climb the next grade (whether it's 5.10 or 5.15), sloper training, the importance of protein, and more. There's a ton of great tips and sage advice in this episode. Lean in and listen up! Podcast Rundown 00:12 - Intro and overview of Part 2 of Steven Dimmitt's interview with coach Eric Hörst 2:25 - How Cameron and Jonathan Horst train for elite-level climbing compared to the training of their coach father training for his master's climbing ascents. 4:05 - Advanced hangboard training protocol details. 6:30 - Importance of listening to your body, adjusting training, and route-specific training. 7:30 - Tendon "loading history" and effects of youth climbing on tendon core structure. 8:30 - The pros/cons of youth single-sport and multisport involvement. 16:05 - Tips for parents and coaches of youth climbers. 18:15 - Climbing benchmarks of the Hörst brothers (aka The Send Bros). 20:25 - Current status of the Hörst brothers climbing. Cameron (age 20) just climbed his fourth 5.14d and first 5.15a (after this interview was recorded) and Jonathan (age 18) send his second 5.14c in July. 23:35 - Eric's "old climber" dream goal: A free big wall...or sport 5.14a? 25:20 - How to "win" as a weekend warrior? 30:00 - What it takes to climbing the next grade... 31:45 - Nature, nurture, and will power! 33:55 - How to improve on big holds? 34:30 - Pinch training tips... 37:00 - Sloper training. 38:55 - Importance of training wrist flexion and extension. 41:40 - What's most exciting about training for climbing in 2021? 42:30 - Pros/cons of system wall training. 46:00 - The role of nutrition in training and performance. 48:30 - The importance of dietary protein...to support strength gains, connective tissue remodeling, muscle protein synthesis, and more. 50:10 - Overview of Eric's PhysiVantage product line...and the benefits for recreational and pro climbers alike. (Get a 15% discount off full-price nutrition with checkout code: NUGGET15) 52:45 - All about supplementing with hydrolyzed collagen powder--overview of the fascinating research...and the numerous benefits for hard-training climbers, if you time it correctly. 1:09:30 - The value of high-quality post-workout protein consumption...plant-based or whey isolate...it's a difference-maker 1:16:30 - Wrap up comments...and a few words about the podcast sponsor PhysiVantage Nutrition. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST! Save 15% off full-priced nutrition with checkout code PODCAST15 PhysiVantage is used by dozens of pro climbers and thousands of recreational climbers around the world. Give PhysiVantage a try, and feel the difference it makes in your climbing! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes >> Thank yous: La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs, Organic Climbing. Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Visit PhysiVantage.com and get a 15% discount on full-price items with checkout code: PODCAST15 Podcast Audio and Content Copyright 2021 Hörst Training, LLC - All Rights Reserved.

In Q&A 2, I tackle patron questions about party tricks vs. useful exercises, training for long-term goals and what I am doing to train for Just Do It, how to prepare our bodies for tweaky moves, podcast behind-the-scenes secrets, my experience with feeling light vs. feeling strong, how I manage my weight after an eating disorder, favorite workouts for sport climbing, octopus wrestling, and much more.Become a Patron:  patreon.com/thenuggetclimbing Facebook Group:facebook.com/groups/thenuggetclimbingPrivate Q&As:thenuggetclimbing.com/coachingShow Notes:  http://thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-2Nuggets:00:00 – Introduction, Patreon, New Facebook Group, and Private Q&As05:18 – Scott's Question: Party tricks vs. useful exercises?11:05 – Brandon's Question: How are you training for ‘Just Do It'? 20:49 – Nolan's Question: Regarding JDI, which skills/strengths fall short for you, and which ones do you think are adequate? 23:56 – Nolan's Question: Can you build your sport climbing pyramid and bouldering pyramid at the same time?29:02 – Conner's Question: Is your current lifestyle (van, travel, podcast, etc.) financially sustainable? 31:11 – Jimmy's Question: Favorite workouts for transitioning from boulder to sport mode?34:40 – Liam's Question: How do we balance climbing or training in safe positions, with preparing our bodies for tweaky moves?37:20 – Alec's Question: What does the edit process look like for you?38:20 – Alec's Question: What do you talk about in your pre-show call?39:30 – Alec's Question: Do you have any insights into learning to climb fast?41:40 – Alec's Question: Do you have any proud ascents from Hueco?43:03 – Alec's Question: How do you do weight training on the road?43:54 – Alec's Question: Area's you'll plan on climbing in for the rest of the year?44:50 – Jeff's Question: How does the sensation of feeling light compare to feeling strong?49:30 – David's Question: How do you manage your weight, and how do you manage your thoughts linked to your eating disorder?53:54 – Emma's Question: How can I get better at climbing technique? Is it as simple as climbing more?58:00 – Emma's Question: What exercises beyond the hangboard are most useful for bouldering strength?1:00:12 – Casey's Question: Any supplements you take? 1:02:02 – Casey's Question: Tips for focusing before hard efforts on an onsight?1:03:38 – Casey's Question: Any thoughts on where you'd like to settle eventually?1:04:33 – Casey's Question: Any trashy TV you've been addicted to, or are you somehow immune?1:05:52 – Casey's Question: How much do you love watching good dancers on the internet?1:06:34 – Casey's Question: MAA match between 800 lb octopus and an 800 lb raccoon, who wins?1:07:27 – Casey's Question: What are you grateful for?

Steven Dimmitt is an elite level rock climber, entrepreneur, and the host of The Nugget Climbing Podcast. Steven had a pivotal moment in his life one day about a year and a half ago when he felt he was wasting away in his cubicle at work. He was working for a paycheck, but not fulfilled. He couldn't imagine a lifetime living like this. He quit, sold everything, bought a van and started traveling around doing what lit him up, rock climbing. For the past year and a half he's been living in his van, traveling to epic rock climbing locations and interviewing some of the world's best rock climbers to tease out the habits and routines that make them exceptional. His The Nugget Climbing podcast is a collection of fun stories, life lessons, and "nuggets" of insight from these world-class performers. And...it's been paying his bills. He lives in a van full-time, and can often be found living under a cliff with his climbing shoes, and microphone for company.  You'll love our conversation where Steven opens up about how all this happened and how he's building a media company with his podcast. Find Steven on... Web: The Nugget Climbing Podcast Instagram: @TheNuggetClimbing  Instagram: @StevenDimmet Facebook: The Nugget Climbing And don't miss the stinger at the very end of the episode. Thanks for supporting our sponsors that make this podcast possible for free for you. The Build a Business Success Secrets Monthly Print Newsletter Are you the type of person who wants to get 100% out of your time, talent, and ideas? If you are you'll also love our print newsletter... Build a Business Success Secrets Check out the special offer for listeners today >>> One last note....we're going the extra mile for you. This episode is enhanced with Dolby Sound processing to give you a smooth, easy listening experience. Why are we investing the extra money to to this? Because you're worth it as one of our listeners! More Information on Build a Business Success Secrets

On this BONUS episode of the Enormocast, I rebroadcast an interview we did on Steven Dimmitt’s The Nugget Podcast where he interviews me. Steven and I decided it would be a nice addendum to the Enormcast feed. In the interview, we focus much more on my climbing than any interview I have done previously. If … Continue reading "Enormocast 218.5: REBROADCAST Kalous Talks to Steven Dimmitt on the Nugget Podcast."

In this trailer, I explain my philosophy on ads, why I have chosen to rely on listener support, a breakdown of the different Patreon tiers, and what Patrons get for supporting the show.Support the Podcast:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingLearn more about Follow-Ups and Q&As:thenuggetclimbing.com/bonus-contentLearn about Consultations and Podcast Coaching: thenuggetclimbing.com/coachingMatt's Episode:thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/matt-fultzKai's Episode:thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/kai-lightnerFirst Q&A:thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa1Browse All Episodes and Show Notes:thenuggetclimbing.com/all-episodes