Go From V0 to V3 In 2 Weeks 

I don't know, probably climbing outdoors. Like I don't want to be a dick but I wouldn't get so hung up on any gym grading as you'll realize when being outdoors that it's really subjective and almost always doesn't reflect the real grade.

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@@SendEdition I think I’ve learnt a lot of the techniques in the past, the hardest part is applying them :p it would be great just to follow you around and how to overcome the crux of different climbs around the intermediate range :)

The rule I was told is one V level per month generally. V0, V1, V2, V3 = 4 months seems about right to me. Also I agree, V levels vary dramatically from gym to gym.

Each levels usually have a steep difference, so I'd say that's good, especially if you didn't go very often.

If you believe you are untalented then it is so

It took me a year to get to V3 and enjoying every moment. 😊

Yeah it depends on a bunch of factors when you start climbing. I know people who've taken a year to get to the point where they can consistently climb v2, but other beginners who have been climbing some v3 climbs with a bit of 'coaching' or help from others on their 2nd visit to the gym. Obviously the younger, fitter and stronger you are when you start the higher the grade you're likely to be capable of. Strong people can often get up much more difficult climbs than others simply because they can use their existing arm strength to pull themselves up the wall rather than having to spend time learning better technique. There's a limit to that though because if, for example, you're making every v3 more like a v5 because you're pulling away with your arms you'll probably not do an actual v5 or v6 and, of course, stick them on slab and they come unstuck (literally) This is really not too different from a weaker beginner climbing. As beginners we made V0 more like a V2 when we pull up with our arms but perhaps it's less obvious to the beginner who jumps on a v3 and gets to the top after 1 visit to the gym how bad their technique was in spite of sending it. That stronger person feels like they've made more progress than they have - which is perhaps a reason to be cautious about chasing up the grades rather than, as the OP says in her videos learning climbing techniques. It takes around 4-16 weeks for fitness adaptations to work meaning you're limited by physiology to how quickly you can build strength. So if you need more strength you're unlikely to get it in 2 weeks. Technique similarly takes time to learn but maybe less time especially for the more beginner techniques. Consider when you're learning something else that doesn't need strength, e.g playing a musical instrument - you don't actually get better when you're taking a lesson or sitting practising. You get better after you've practised when you sleep. Just as you get fitter when you're resting after training not during the training. So a good rule of thumb if you're struggling with a climb is to know when you've tried the moves enough that you can stop go away, rest and come back and you'll climb it first time on your next visit rather than making yourself frustrated trying it over and over. Have 2 or 3 climbs you can't do at the same time and go between them so you don't get frustrated or bored struggling on just one. Last thing I'd suggest is, struggling to climb stuff you can barely get on the starting holds when you begin can be counterproductive when you start because you want to get mileage in. Climb stuff you can climb repeatedly but aim to climb it better. When it feels easy to climb then you've really learnt how to climb it. these beginning grades especially should feel easy. If they don't - practise them more until they do that's as important imo as finding a v3 you can struggle up to give you sense of progress. The bottom line is, no matter how quickly you race up the lower grades you're going to find intermediate and harder climbs need you to have developed sufficient technique and strength - so you won't climb those any faster simply because you managed to climb a v3 in your 2nd week - it'll just feel like you did the beginner grades quickly and then plateaued while you actually learn to climb.

Thank you for your comment - that is very exciting that you are seeing progress so quickly and I'm excited for you to send some v3s too. Have you noticed anything specific that seems challenging when you try new routes?

@@SendEdition I think my biggest challenges is my lack of experience with different holds? I am super used to jugs but as I'm climbing my v2's I'm noticing a lot more pinches and sloppers. I really love climbing and I am stoked I've progressed so (semi) fast to start v3 soon, but I am nervous about the new techniques needed like heel hooking and different holds

@@harrypotterpuppylove It sounds like you are well on your way to climbing v3s if you haven't already, congratulations! Hopefully, I can create more content about pinches and slopers for you in the future - though there are a few on YT already that are great. Of course, the more you climb, the more comfortable you'll become with all the holds and techniques - you got this!

Nice work!

Nice work!

Thanks for subscribing! I hope it's helpful and that you can finish the route :)

I’m glad you liked it and good luck with your dog - seems like he has already figured out how to adapt :)

Ive only been to a couple of gyms and im not an amazing climber, but usually when I do overhanging(overhung? im not a native speaker) V2/3s most of the movement can be done by twisting your hips and knees, not much back strength is needed, definitely not so much that youd need to be able to do a lot of weighted push ups. Adam Ondra could only do 13 pull ups when he climbed „Biography” at 13 yrs old, i think that really gives some perspective on how far technique and grip strength can carry you in climbing Also for reference I can only do about 7 strict unweighted pull-ups

​@@lupsik1 "Only" 13 pull-ups. Also children don't need as much muscles, because they are usually very flexible and don't weigh anything.

I'm glad it was so helpful, thanks for the comment!

I feel you. I've recently started climbing at 54. I'm short also and not that strong. It's challenging but I love it.

Same here. 5'1" and turning 60 this year. I don't want my body to fall apart like my Mom's did. I'm noticing huge improvements in balance, mobility, and strength and Sara's videos are giving me the confidence to continue on. This sport is paying so many dividends!

Thank you for such a nice comment - you made my day!

All of my climbing pants are Black Diamond Notion - not sponsored or anything, I just like them so much that I keep buying them in different colors 😆

Congrats on your v3 sends! I'm glad the video helped and thanks for watching.

Thanks for your nice comment , I really appreciate it!

Massive cope.

yeah haha thats what im starting to notice with mine. v4s look crazy here

Cope

I find it wierd when people evaluated from videos... especialy beginners... experts have a hard time doing it without actualy doing the climb but there so many people like you inm the comment just saying how much hard his climbs are then the ones in the vids. just look other comments in all existing bouldering videos.. lot fo people like you saying how much harder it is at their gym lol

Nah u just sucky

Hey, that's really cool - thanks for sharing :)

V0s is where most everyone starts so you've got this! What do you tend to struggle with the most, do you think?

@@SendEdition Maybe lack of strength in the forearms. Also probably lack of confidence when it's high. I can switch feet, and do short jumps to reach holds but they feel very hard right at the top. Some v0s feel ridiculously easy others not so much.

Nice work, that’s awesome!

That’s awesome man what tips have helped u the most? I’ve only had two sessions and can get most v2s but v3 seems like such a big step up

Interesting! I didn't know that haha - thanks for sharing :)

Huh. In polish toes are, indeed, fingers.

I've tried writing a response to this comment a few times and the answer is too much for the comment section. Quick Answer: The need for flagging is dependent on the body position you want to be in and the footholds available to you. Longer Answer: I made a few videos about flagging on my channel that may be helpful to you. I'd especially recommend watching the Mistakes Climbers Make When Flagging video to help you get an idea of when flagging is applicable and what type of flag you should do. I hope this helps!

You'll get there, keep it up!

Same. Took me months to finally send a v2 at my gym.

Nice work!

Sure is! :)

That’s awesome that you were able to climb a V3 on your first time! I typically recommend trying harder routes but doing so can be frustrating if you feel like you are stuck and unable to climb harder routes after multiple tries. So consider trying harder routes while you develop your climbing skills. In the meantime, how do you feel about the techniques shared in this video? The skills you learn here, once you develop them, will be the needed foundation for more challenging routes down the road. Integrating drills in your warm up and developing a training plan is a great way to not only level up your climbing, but also help you enjoy more challenging movements and enjoy the art and challenge of climbing.

I totally know what you mean! My first V4 was at a different gym and I felt like it didn’t count because it seemed so much easier than the V4s I typically attempted. However, I count it now as my first V4, haha - got to celebrate accomplishments, right?!

So what do you think is preventing you from sending harder routes?

Great content by the way 👏

rumana142 thanks so much!

Thanks for your comment! I’m glad you made the point about the tips still being valid - a lot of people get caught up in the grade or how hard a route I demonstrated in my videos is, however, the actual skill development is where most of the benefit comes from, IMO

This is totally true! Thanks for sharing your tip :)

rumana142 thanks for watching the video, I’m glad you liked it!

True i first timed all the v3s in my gym which does seem kind of odd as I've never climbed before

Here's your opportunity to make that video

v3* *in a gym

A year to hit a V3? ooft ………… stick in there 👌🏻🧗🏻‍♂️

I agree it does depend on the person, but also the gym too. Took me 1.5 yrs as a shorter guy in hong kong starting from v2 to be now hitting the occasional v4 :) . Some taller freinds who started a few months back are already around v3 haha. But the vid does give good practical tips for beginners that will definitely put them on track to make progress quick (and i mean just being more comfortable on the wall).

It depends entirely on the gym in this case. In my area I know of a gym where going from v0 to v3 in a couple weeks is doable, and I know another gym where its pretty unrealistic. Gym ratings are all relative to the other problems within the gym.

What??? I hit my first v3 2 days ago, which was less than 2 weeks from my starting point. Of course I am a teenaged male, but still it was not that much of a challenge

The smiley face on your comment makes me think you mean that in a friendly way, but it could be a devious smile... Either way, I hope that the video helps you send your next project :)

@@SendEdition it's just like fitness. A good coach should at least have proper technique and form to teach a beginner, not necessarily strength. You seem to have neither yet. Keep climbing :)

@@mihaistefangrosariu6421 You don't need a PhD in mathematics to teach someone what an integral is. As a beginner, the tips here are great for me. You're actually less qualified than I am in appraising her teaching, objectively and evidently :)

Some gyms have top-out walls where you are supposed to climb on top of the wall. With these types of walls, there are established down-climb areas. It is totally worth asking a staff member if you aren't sure - my experience is that climbing gym staff are super nice when you're nice to them :) Hope this helps!

@@SendEdition thank you! After I posted this I asked a day ago. And yes, I discovered the magic place on top of the boulder 😂secret staircase in the back. 😂😂😂now whether I can climb up there or not is another question.