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A new year means new climbing goals. Whether you’re chasing your first V4, tightening up technique, or just trying to climb more consistently, here’s how to build real, sustainable progress in 2026. Practical tips, smarter training ideas, and a mindset that keeps you psyched—not burnt out.

In this month’s blog, we dive into what we’re most thankful for: our climbing community, the incredible outdoor playground we get to call home, the slow-and-steady gains that come with embracing the process, and the gym that brings us all together. It’s a reminder that the real win isn’t just the send—it’s the climb itself.