Boulder Climbers 11/11/22 Boulder Climbers 11/11/22

Wrapping up 2022

In the climbing community we talk a lot about ethics and crag behaviors. The goal is to maintain climbing access by making climber behaviors align with sustainable recreational use practices. At the BCC we have keenly observed that the best way to change behaviors is through our volunteer program. When BCC staff teach folks WHY.

Boulder Climbers 10/31/22 Boulder Climbers 10/31/22

The Science of the Chicken Wing

Article by Dr. Evan Ingerson of Mend Physical Therapy, Supporting Sponsor of the BCC

“Chicken-winging” is a movement that every climber experiences. It is defined as a pattern of movement where the elbows raise to the sides instead of being tucked down closer to the chest. This compensation shows up when we’re fatigued and climbing near our limit. We all get told to avoid this position but many of us do not understand why it happens and if it’s truly bad for you.

Boulder Climbers 10/4/22 Boulder Climbers 10/4/22

How to Safely Return to Climbing After Injury or Time Away

Article by Dr. Evan Ingerson, DPT of Mend Physical Therapy, Supporting sponsor of the BCC

Returning to rock climbing after an injury or an extended break from the sport can be challenging. Many climbers do too much too quickly and end up re-aggravating their previous injury or causing a new one. While it may seem obvious to “go slow” and return to climbing “gradually”, there is little to no guidance as to the specifics for an appropriate return-to-climbing protocol.

Boulder Climbers 9/27/22 Boulder Climbers 9/27/22

BCC's 5th Annual Soirée

Tickets are on sale now for our annual Soirée held on Thursday, November 3rd at Rembrandt in Boulder. Come join us for an evening of celebration, connection, and revelry as we raise funds for crucial Front Range climbing stewardship projects. Secure your tickets here!

Boulder Climbers 9/6/22 Boulder Climbers 9/6/22

The Pelvic Floor: The Frequently Overlooked Limiter of Climbing Performance

Article by By Dr. Heather Fraebel of Mend Physical Therapy

The oft overlooked muscle group of the ‘core’, the pelvic floor muscles, which make up the bottom boundary of the ‘core’, play a huge role in providing the lumbopelvic stability needed to climb.

Boulder Climbers 8/26/22 Boulder Climbers 8/26/22

Let's Celebrate: 671 Bolts and Finished Trail at Upper Dream

What a year so far! 600 bolts replaced and an incredible new trail to Upper Dream Canyon.

The BCC staff and volunteers have been hard at work.

Boulder Climbers 8/2/22 Boulder Climbers 8/2/22

Are Your Hips Causing Your Shoulder Pain?

Article by Dr. Evan Ingerson, DPT of Mend Physical Therapy, Supporting sponsor of the BCC

It may not seem obvious, but weakness in our hips can lead directly to shoulder pain while climbing. Because climbing requires the use of all extremities simultaneously, impairments in one region of the body almost always have a direct impact on the other extremities. One of the most common, but seldom recognized, patterns is the relationship between the shoulder and the opposite side hip.

Boulder Climbers 6/6/22 Boulder Climbers 6/6/22