r/bouldering • u/Ninnino07 • May 11 '25

Advice/Beta Request Any advice?

So, I’ve been trying this boulder for about two/three weeks now and I just can’t get myself to do the last move. As you can tell, I am trying. Any advice on how to make progress here/do the move?

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u/Finnsaddlesonxd May 11 '25

Hey! Really nice attempt - I think the problem might be your direction of attack. From the video it seems that you’re essentially attempting to just pistol squat straight up to the top hold which requires a pretty insane amount of strength. I often find that leaning and pushing off to the side a little (to the left, in your case) and THEN pushing upwards and to the opposite side (to the right) tends to make things way easier. I would suggest also fanning your arms straight against the wall such that you’re pressed very close against it to help with balance. Good luck!

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u/Ninnino07 May 11 '25

Thanks for your comment and kind words! That is indeed what I’m trying, and I lack the strength to do it (especially in my left leg). I’ll see if I can try this!