Rock Climbing Speech PDF

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Introduction A. Did you know that Texas is home to one of the very few indoor rock-climbing gyms, Inspire Rock, that have artificial walls that are taller than 60ft, 63ft to be exact. That is even taller than Olympic level rock climbing walls, which range from 35-40ft. B. Thesis Statement: Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport that requires strength, endurance, agility, flexibility along with focused mental control. C. I will continue to discuss the three specific types of rock climbing; Tope-Rope, Lead and Bouldering. D. As an active competitive climber, myself, I will be your coach into the world of beginner climbers.

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Body: A. Top-Rope climbing is when the climber is securely attached to the rope that passes through an anchor at the top of the wall as well as a belayer at the foot of the climb. 

Top-Rope climbing is one of the most popular climbing styles that is used indoor and outdoor.

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Belayer Vs. Climber

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Top-Rope climbing is ideal for beginner climbers as they learn to concentrate of their movements and techniques. Advanced climbers often Top-Rope harder routes to build new techniques or use the easier routes to build endurance and speed. 

Alex Johnson, team climber with North Face, interviewed with the huff post and stated that the way to the top is not always as direct as you might assume. It takes laser focus to work through which hold to grab and where exactly to place your foot before shifting your body weight.

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Now that I have discussed the best climbing style for beginner climbers, I will move on to a more advanced climbing style, known as lead climbing.

B. Lead Climbing is a more challenging climbing style that allows the climber to climb the more difficult and higher graded routes. 

Lead Climbing differs from Top-Rope because the rope runs directly underneath the climber, straight down to the belayer, rather than the top of the wall. (SEE PICTURES) Carabiners=clips (clipping in avoids big falls)

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Lead climbing is more dangerous than any other climbing style because it has the potential for bigger falls and your protection is all on the belayer rather than the top of the wall.

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According to the official Olympic Games, Lead climbing will make its first debut in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as a professional sport.

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Moving on from climbing styles that involve ropes and harnesses, I will now discuss a completely gear free climbing style, known as bouldering

C. Bouldering is free climbing on walls that range from 15-20 ft high without any ropes or harness. 

Bouldering requires no harness or rope because the walls are usually steep overhanging surfaces that require highly technical movements that cannot be properly executed with a rope.

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Dynamic movements are energetic and require forceful energy.

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According to REI, one of the top companies for outdoor equipment, Injury resulting from bouldering can be harsh since there are no ropes or harness, to avoid injury, there are ways to take proper care of your hands and learning proper fall technique.

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Conclusion A. As you can see, rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport that requires strength, endurance, agility, flexibility, along with focused mental control. B. I just introduced you to the three types of rock climbing, Top-Rope, Lead, and Bouldering. C. In conclusion, Rock climbing is a thrilling and adventurous sport. Many people consider rock climbing as more of a recreational activity for fun, although this is true, rock climbing is also a high demanding sport that will strengthen your physical and mental agility.

Works Cited Wilkinson, F. (2019, March 14) “Rock Climbing: from ancient practice to Olympic sport.” National Geographic. Retrieved from https://www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/activities/climbing/reference/rockclimbing/#close Wise, A. (2016 D 30th) “How Rock Climbing Does Your Mind and Body Good.” HuffPost. Retrieved from https://www.huffpost.com/entry/health-benefits-rockclimbing_n_5708847 Johnson, C. (Date N/A) “How to Get Started Bouldering.” Expert Advice. Retrieved from https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bouldering.html...