That's Not Real Climbing
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<p>A glimpse into everything behind world of competition climbing.</p><p>Hear from setters, organizers, athletes, and everyone in between to learn about this fast-growing sport!</p><p>For further discussion, check out the comp climbing Discord at <a href="https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp">https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp</a>.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 4, 2026
Andy McVittie - The Kids are Climbing TOO MUCH!
<p>Andy is a climbing PT and this is his second time on the podcast. This time, he’s here with new research to talk about why youth climbers are maybe overdoing it with the climbing training, what early arthritis looks like, and the surprising dangers of outdoor climbing when it comes to competition climbers.</p><p></p><p><strong>Guest links</strong>:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.processphysiotherapy.co.uk/">Website</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/process.physio/">Instagram</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Reference links</strong>:</p><p></p><p>Thank you Mad Rock for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'notrealclimber' for 10% off your ENTIRE order, even if you're a returning customer! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://madrock.com/">https://madrock.com/</a></p><p>Learn more about the podcast at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com">www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com</a></p><p>Follow on Instagram at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p>Join the FREE community in Discord! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp">https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp</a></p><p>Join Patreon for a welcome gift, deleted scenes, and question priority: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps of discussion topics</strong></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>1:05 - Mad Rock Shoutout!!</p><p>1:45 - Spain trip and watching PCL</p><p>4:44 - Getting into climbing and PT</p><p>8:00 - Youth getting into competing more?</p><p>9:10 - Are youth climber overtraining?</p><p>11:28 - Outcome of growth plate fractures</p><p>16:43 - Youth Climbers very rarely get injured</p><p>21:28 - Youth climbers should not specialize in climbing</p><p>32:03 - What does arthritis look like?</p><p>37:00 - Is synovitis a sign of future arthritis?</p><p>38:55 - Injuries are actually coming from outdoor climbing....</p><p>46:32 - Max Milne's Foot Injury</p><p>49:53 - Are injury rates increasing within comp climbers?</p><p>52:53 - AUDIENCE Q: Common adult injuries breaking into the comp scene?</p><p>59:48 - AUDIENCE Q: Can you even climb with hyper mobility?</p><p>1:06:54 - Words of wisdom and where to find Andy</p>
April 27, 2026
Emil + Felix Abrahamsson - ANNOUNCING Fantasy Climbing League!
<p>You likely know Emil from being one of the OG climbing Youtubers who has also competed in a few world cups for Sweden. With his brother, Felix, they have started a new Fantasy Climbing League platform! In this episode, we’ll learn about how the Fantasy Climbing League works, how they feel about sports gambling in climbing, who their top picks are for their teams, and their predictions for all things competition.</p><p></p><p><strong>Guest links</strong>:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fantasyclimbingleague.com/">Fantasy Climbing League Site</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@EmilAbrahamsson">Emil’s Youtube</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/krimpmonster/">Felix’s Instagram</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/emil_abrahamsson_/">Emil’s Instagram</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Reference links</strong>:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://apps.apple.com/se/app/boardclimbs/id6499280509">Boardclimbs App</a></p><p></p><p>Thank you Mad Rock for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'notrealclimber' for 10% off your ENTIRE order, even if you're a returning customer! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://madrock.com/">https://madrock.com/</a></p><p>Learn more about the podcast at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com">www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com</a></p><p>Follow on Instagram at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p>Join the FREE community in Discord! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp">https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp</a></p><p>Join Patreon for a welcome gift, deleted scenes, and question priority: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps of discussion topics</strong></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>1:21 - Mad Rock Shoutout!!</p><p>2:01 - Living in Arco</p><p>5:22 - Starting climbing and competing</p><p>14:26 - Existential AI talk</p><p>17:14 - Fantasy Climbing League overview</p><p>21:10 - They've never played fantasy sports before!!</p><p>22:47 - Drafting strategy</p><p>25:37 - Are fantasy leagues gambling-adjacent??</p><p>33:36 - Top picks of the season</p><p>42:07 - Are injury comebacks good picks?</p><p>45:13 - Janja vs Ai debate</p><p>52:26 - Will Tomoa have a downfall?!</p><p>1:00:03 - Tomoa v Meichi?</p><p>1:02:37 - AUDIENCE Q: What style of comp climbing would change the results the most?</p><p>1:10:21 - AUDIENCE Q: What will the future of comp climbing look like?</p><p>1:13:38 - AUDIENCE Q: What expectations should a comp beginner have?</p><p>1:18:04 - AUDIENCE Q: What's your favorite WoW dungeon?</p><p>1:19:05 - Join Fantasy Climbing League ASAP!!!</p>
April 13, 2026
Sam Avezou - The SECRETS to French Climbing
<p>Sam is a French boulder and lead climber who has medals from several world cups and competed alongside his sister, Zelia at the Paris Olympics! In this episode, we’ll learn more about what it’s like growing up in a climbing family, tips for climbing as a short king, why he struggled in the 2025 season, and how he self-coaches.</p><p></p><p><strong>Guest links</strong>:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/sam_avezou/">Sam’s Instagram</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/bologna_sammich2/">Guitar Instagram</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Reference links</strong>:</p><p></p><p>Thank you Mad Rock for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'notrealclimber' for 10% off your ENTIRE order, even if you're a returning customer! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://madrock.com/">https://madrock.com/</a></p><p>Learn more about the podcast at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com">www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.com</a></p><p>Follow on Instagram at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p>Join the FREE community in Discord! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp">https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp</a></p><p>Join Patreon for a welcome gift, deleted scenes, and question priority: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast">www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps of discussion topics</strong></p><p>0:00 - Intro</p><p>1:24 - Mad Rock Shoutout!!</p><p>2:34 - His mother still competing at 42 years old</p><p>7:45 - Getting into climbing and competing</p><p>9:31 - AUDIENCE Q: Did growing up in a climbing family add pressure?</p><p>12:52 - Struggling between youth and senior circuits</p><p>16:51 - Rough 2025 season</p><p>22:53 - 2028 Olympics strategy</p><p>26:37 - Being a short king</p><p>31:34 - AUDIENCE Q: Tips for short kings?</p><p>35:41 - Training with the French team</p><p>37:51 - AUDIENCE Q: how do you self coach?</p><p>41:21 - Training only with climbing</p><p>45:21 - Gyms worth visiting in Paris</p><p>47:05 - Secrets to French slab</p><p>51:37 - AUDIENCE Q: What are you thinking about when climbing?</p><p>56:06 - Mental game</p><p>58:41 - 2026 goals</p><p>1:01:22 - AUDIENCE Q: Playing guitar?</p><p>1:04:58 - AUDIENCE Q: Can you make a living climbing?</p><p>1:08:40 - AUDIENCE Q: How to gain finger strength?</p><p>1:12:23 - AUDIENCE Q: Recovery routine?</p><p>1:15:56 - Where to find Sam</p>
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<p>A glimpse into everything behind world of competition climbing.</p><p>Hear from setters, organizers, athletes, and everyone in between to learn about this fast-growing sport!</p><p>For further discussion, check out the comp climbing Discord at <a href="https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp">https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zp</a>.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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