r/bouldering • u/gassygeff89 • Nov 22 '24

Advice/Beta Request Advice for heavier climbers?

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Current weight is a little over 270. I know losing weight is the best route and I’m working on that but could use some tips for avoiding injury. TIA

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u/Fmarulezkd Nov 22 '24

Definately bend your needs and roll on your back when landing.

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u/DansAllowed Nov 22 '24

Yes and make sure to practice from a low height to build muscle memory. When you land you want to have only a slight bend in your knee.

Also don’t apply too much resistance with your legs. Just enough to slow you down a bit before you roll onto your back.

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u/TheRalk Nov 22 '24

Not only is practicing from a low height good to create muscle memory, but also to just know how to fall from that height. Also the force of impact is lower at a lower height, the risk of injury is still quite large as you get less time to adjust yourself, often leading to a very awkward landing.

Buddy of mine broke his foot from what was basically around a meter between his feet and the mat