This training plan is for those who want a shorter-term training plan in preparation for an alpine rock climbing objective, or for Steve House's 8 Week Advanced Rock Alpinist Training Plan.

The plan calls for 1 climbing day, 3 aerobic training days, and 2 strength training days per week. The focus of the plan is building general fitness to support good climbing techniques. This plan will lead to improvements in your technical climbing ability and prepare you for the more taxing 8 Week Advanced Rock Alpinist Training Plan.

This training program assumes you have the ability to run at a slow-to-moderate pace for 45 minutes and run or hike for a minimum of 90 minutes. The program assumes you can climb either indoors or outdoors one day per week. The strength training component is built so as to require minimal gear. A place for pull-ups and some free weights, such as dumbbells, kettlebells, or even bags of rocks will work.

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Happy Training, 
The Uphill Athlete Team