Thursday, February 5, 2009
New Members: Bouldering Safety & How To Fall
The new year always brings a lot of new faces in the gym and as such, we thought it would be a good time to remind everyone of some basic bouldering safety. The main thing you need to know, right off the bat before you start climbing, is the easiest to learn: How To Fall. That's right, many people get injured by falling, and landing improperly while bouldering.
Here are the basics:
The new year always brings a lot of new faces in the gym and as such, we thought it would be a good time to remind everyone of some basic bouldering safety. The main thing you need to know, right off the bat before you start climbing, is the easiest to learn: How To Fall. That's right, many people get injured by falling, and landing improperly while bouldering.Here are the basics:
The article mentions that you should always scout out your landing area before beginning any bouldering problems. Keep this extra little tip in mind:
- Hit the ground feet first, toes facing forward, with your knees bent.
- Absorb shock by collapsing like an accordion.
- Roll backwards to disperse force.
"Except in cases where an obstacle looms immediately behind you (e.g. a wall, person, etc.), there is seldom a reason to remain on your feet. Posting your arm behind you can potentially dislocate or break your elbow, wrist, or shoulder. Also take care when rolling forward, as whacking your head on your knees or the wall will reduce your debonair appearance."
Labels: Bouldering, climbing, How To Fall, New Members, Safety
¶ Thursday, February 05, 2009
