- Level 2
- PSO Level 2
- Climbs
- Upright
- Cup grip
Russian climb
Also known as: Russian climb (Outside-leg climb) · Outside-leg climb
A more efficient climb than the fireman, using outside-foot grip.
Once the fireman is yours, the Russian saves you energy on long sequences. Learn both — you'll use both.
Common mistakes
- Letting the hips lead before the upper body is engaged
- Holding your breath through transitions — breathe out on the effort
- Skipping the warm-up. Cold shoulders plus a static climb is a bad time
Tips from instructors
- Start every session with shoulder mobility — even 4 minutes helps
- Drill the basics on warm-up, not when you're fresh out
- Film yourself once a month to see progress invisible day-to-day
- Cross-train: pull-ups, hollow holds, shoulder presses
- Rest days are training days — recovery is when strength builds
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