Climbing is a lifestyle sport. So how can you perform at your best, prevent injury, and improve your longevity in the sport all at the same time? This podcast is the answer. The Strong AF Climbing Podcast is for climbers who want to build strength to support climbing and become more resilient athletes. In this podcast, we’ll talk about all things strength training for climbers, rehab and managing climbing injuries! Hosted by Dr. Natasha Barnes, an elite athlete herself and strength and rehab coach for climbers. Listen to the podcast and hop aboard the gainz train!
The Strong AF Climbing Podcast
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Climbing is a lifestyle sport. So how can you perform at your best, prevent injury, and improve your longevity in the sport all at the same time? This podcast is the answer. The Strong AF Climbing Podcast is for climbers who want to build strength to support climbing and become more resilient athletes. In this podcast, we’ll talk about all things strength training for climbers, rehab and managing climbing injuries! Hosted by Dr. Natasha Barnes, an elite athlete herself and strength and rehab coach for climbers. Listen to the podcast and hop aboard the gainz train!
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May 4, 2026
31. Hypermobility and Strength: Unraveling Myths with Taylor Goldberg
<p>Most hypermobile people are told to avoid strength training — but what if the key to stability is actually lifting heavy? </p><p>Taylor Goldberg, a fellow chiropractor turned hypermobility coach, reveals how progressive, heavy strength training transforms stability, reduces dislocations, and can even help avoid surgery. Her unconventional approach challenges outdated beliefs and shows how you can build resilience in your body, no matter your stretchiness.</p><p>In this eye-opening episode, Taylor shares her journey from secret hypermobile struggles to helping clients thrive through tailored, evidence-based movement. You'll discover how traditional modalities fall short and what truly works for hypermobile bodies. She breaks down common myths—like Pilates and yoga being the only safe options—and explains why heavy lifting is essential for bone density and joint health. Plus, we explore how to safely progress when your nervous system feels overwhelmed, and how to handle unpredictable symptoms like post-exertional malaise or POTS during training.</p><p>You'll learn practical strategies: how to start strength training safely at any level, modify exercises to meet your needs, and use external cues and tempo to control movement. Taylor emphasizes the importance of patience, realistic expectations, and self-compassion on your healing journey. </p><p>Whether you're hypermobile yourself or a clinician working with this population, this episode offers the hope and tools to unlock stronger, healthier movement—without fear or restrictions.</p><p>Make no mistake: hypermobility isn’t a life sentence of fragility. It’s an opportunity to optimize how your body can handle load, stress, and everyday movement. If you've ever felt discouraged by what you've been told, this episode will shift your perspective and empower you to get stronger — safely, confidently, and sustainably.</p><p>Perfect for athletes, coaches, clinicians, or anyone on the spectrum of hypermobility and connective tissue concerns—if you're ready to stop playing it safe and start pushing your limits with purpose, this episode is your game-changer.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li>The difference between hypermobility, HSD, and hEDS, and why it matters less than you think</li><li>Why many hypermobile people feel unstable, and what’s actually driving that</li><li>How to approach strength training without flaring up constantly</li><li>What to do when symptoms show up during or after training</li><li>Why most rehab is under-dosed, not too aggressive</li><li>How to build long-term capacity instead of constantly managing symptoms</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Taylor:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehypermobilechiro/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Taylor's IG</a></p><p><a href="https://thehypermobilechiro.com/home/about-taylor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Taylor's website</a></p><p><a href="https://thehypermobilechiro.com/resources-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Hypermobility Resources </a></p><p><a href="https://thehypermobilechiro.com/clinicians/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Hypermobility Mastery Program for Clinicians</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Natasha:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/natashabarnes/?hl=en"><u>Instagram</u></a></p><p>Join the <a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/fsp"><u>Foundational Strength Program</u></a></p><p>Book an <a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/rehab"><u>Injury Consultation or Rehab Coaching</u></a></p><p><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/training"><u>Train with me </u></a></p><p><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/"><u>My Website</u></a><br></p>
January 28, 2026
30. The Weight Loss Double Standard Climbers Don't Talk About
<p><strong>The Strength-to-Weight Ratio Debate: Why "Just Get Lighter" is as Oversimplified advice.</strong></p><p>Climbers often dismiss strength training for not transferring directly to climbing performance—but then turn around and treat weight loss as if it automatically makes you climb better. In this episode, we break down the irony in the strength-to-weight ratio debate and explain why both approaches are oversimplifications.</p><p>You'll learn:</p><ul><li>Why strength training and weight loss are both indirect levers (and neither replaces time on the wall)</li><li>How building capacity through strength training supports climbing performance, recovery, and injury prevention</li><li>Why chasing weight loss often reduces training capacity instead of improving it</li><li>What elite climbers can (and can't) teach us about training</li><li>When strength training or weight loss actually work as performance levers</li><li>What moves the needle for most climbers (hint: it's not one magic variable)</li></ul><p>If you've been stuck on a plateau, constantly injured, or wondering whether you should focus on getting stronger or getting lighter—this episode will help you think more clearly about what actually supports long-term climbing performance.</p><p><strong>Keywords:</strong> strength training for climbers, climbing performance, strength to weight ratio, climbing training, capacity building, climbing injury prevention, weight loss for climbers, climbing plateau, elite climbers, rock climbing training, foundational strength, climbing recovery</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow me on </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/natashabarnes/?hl=en"><u><strong>Instagram</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Join the </strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/fsp"><u><strong>Foundational Strength Program</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Book an </strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/rehab"><u><strong>Injury Consultation or Rehab Coaching</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/training"><u><strong>Train with me </strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/"><u><strong>My Website</strong></u></a><br></p>
December 17, 2025
29. If Strength Training Is Killing Your Climbing Sessions, Listen to This!
<p>Strength training is one of the most common things climbers tell me they want to do, and also one of the most common things they quit.</p><p>Not because they are lazy. Not because they do not care. But because it makes them sore, tired, and like their climbing sessions are getting worse instead of better.</p><p>In this episode, I break down why that experience is so common and why it does not automatically mean strength training is wrong for you.</p><p>We talk about: </p><ul><li>The difference between normal soreness and fatigue and actual problems</li><li>Why most climbers are overdosing relative to their current capacity</li><li>How recovery and fueling are often the missing pieces</li><li>Why capacity explains why some athletes can lift and climb on the same day while others feel wrecked for days.</li></ul><p>If strength training feels like it is competing with your climbing, this episode will help you understand what usually needs to change so it supports your climbing instead.</p><p><strong>Join my </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaDQlv7cUPkc-h3/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>IG Broadcast channel</strong></a></p><p><strong>Follow me on </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/natashabarnes/?hl=en"><u><strong>Instagram</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Join the </strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/fsp"><u><strong>Foundational Strength Program</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Book an </strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/rehab"><u><strong>Injury Consultation or Rehab Coaching</strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/training"><u><strong>Train with me </strong></u></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://natashabarnesrehab.com/"><u><strong>My Website</strong></u></a><br></p>
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