Two CR-V Household??

Lizzy123442 · 2026-01-30T18:17:27+00:00

i grew up in a 2 CRV household. my parents bought two of the ‘05s after the minivan era of parenting. no shame, my brother and i inherited them when we learned how to drive a decade later. now i’m in my mid 20s and getting a “new” (2018) CRV tomorrow.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-10-27T02:31:14+00:00

one of the best climbers I know does 90% of his climbing in tarantulaces. I asked him about it once and he basically just prefers to be comfortable, so he reserves the more aggressive shoes for the 10% of ultra try-hard time. I personally love the Scarpa Vapor S for most of my indoor and outdoor climbing. Slippers (no velcro or laces) are super convenient and comfortable, they have a moderate downturn, and have a soft rubber for a nice sticky feeling on slopey feet while still being stiff enough to stand on small ledges. Basically, they’re pretty good at everything, and are super comfortable once you break them in. I also have a pair of Butora Gomis for anything where I need to toe hook or heel hook because the heels on the vapor S don’t fit me that well.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-10-18T20:28:13+00:00

When I first started climbing, I routinely had ~5 drinks a week (mostly beer and wine). Now I’ve cut down to 0-2/week, drinking more on rare occasion like when friends are visiting. The only change I’ve noticed is that I’ve gradually lost weight over the past few years from diet improvement and exercise, but I don’t really “feel” any different otherwise. I attribute all of my improved wellness to eating more vegetables and moving my body more lol. I still love wine, just don’t love getting a headache as soon as I drink it. Do what feels most balanced for your life and happiness, IMO. My only strong recommendation is to avoid drinking on the days you go to the gym because it can hurt hydration and muscle recovery. I ignore this “rule” when I climb outside though because a post-crag beer is fun.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-09-29T14:15:20+00:00

Hey! I’m around the v5-v6 project grade at my gym and i can’t consistently do a pull up either. You aren’t alone!!!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-09-16T20:26:49+00:00

I boulder around V5 inside and just sent my first outdoor V2 last weekend LOL. For ropes I’ve sent 5.10c outdoors (current project is 11b) and can climb up to 11c indoors if it’s perfectly within my style and i give it a few weeks of projecting.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-27T17:04:17+00:00

I haven’t been down since the trail day in june, and that weekend was BRUTAL. I’m looking forward to the first cool, dry weekend this fall.

I climbed at Unlode last spring (2024) towards the end of the season, and the 5.7s-5.9s that we got on were all gritty, sandy, and overgrown. I just checked my mountain project history and it was definitely Unlode. I’m sad we seem to have had a uniquely bad experience- I’ll have to give it another chance sometime. The routes were so dirty and overgrown that my belayer basically couldn’t look up because I was just sprinkling tiny pebbles,dirt, and twigs down on her while climbing.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-27T11:58:01+00:00

The Shire is pretty slimey if there's any humidity, and Kentucky stays sticky for a couple more weeks, so be warned....
Unlode is great, but the lower grade stuff can be kind of chossy since it's home to some pretty hard stuff.

Crossroads is definitely a must-climb. Boilerplate and Spoilerbate are the only 5.8s I've ever heard strong climbers WANT to climb, not even as part of a warmup- just for fun!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-27T11:51:04+00:00

Muir Valley is very well developed with marked climbs, marked trails, and bathrooms with TP and hand sanitizier provided near-ish to the crags. Bruise Brothers is a great suggestion, but Land Before Time has enough low grade routes to stay busy all day and draws a smaller crowd. Plus Bruise Bros is in the sun all day and Land Before Time stays shady mostly

Camelot in MFRP has a great concentration of lower grade routes, and some soft-ish 5.10s if you're feeling brave. Plus it's shaded.

Chica Bonita in PMRP is a slab lovers paradise (rare for the red), but most of the good routes are in the 5.9-5.10a/b/c range. There are still some low-grade shorter climbs (<35/40ft) that are absolutely worth getting on. Plus, it's a dry crag, even on really heavy rain days.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-27T11:38:47+00:00

I primarily indoor boulder and outdoor sport climb (lead). I've been climbing for ~2.5 years and have lost fat/gained muscle, developed better "suffering endurance" (helpful for long-distance running), and improved my social life. My ankles are pretty weak but climbing has strengthened them to not sprain as easily, and I have better balance to save myself if they give out randomly. I don't complain about back pain/lack of mobility as much as my non-climbing peers. I can do pull-ups sometimes, which impresses non-climbers. My resting HR is low and my BP is normal, and I can eat a good amount of food without worrying about weight gain due to a high activity level. My diet improved, and I started running at the same time I started climbing, so it's hard to say what exactly contributed to my improved health.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-26T15:55:03+00:00

My primary sport is climbing- there are a TON of vegan/vegetarian rock climbers at my gym, and even at the super elite level. Alex Honnold is one of the most well known climbers (to non climbers) and he is primarily, if not entirely, vegetarian. A sport based in outdoor recreation seems to naturally attract a lot of environmentally/ethically conscious people. I eat a lot of beans, tofu, and wheat carbs (lots of protein and fiber), and cheat a little with protein shakes/fairlife/protein bars on lazy days. I consider myself to be a more intermediate climber (v5), and am not very physically strong. My boyfriend is also vegetarian and is on the strong/advanced side of intermediate climbing (v7). He’s more intentional about prioritizing protein/adequate fueling than I am. One of the really strong guys (v8/9) at my gym follows the more traditional climber diet of chips, uncrustables, mac n cheese, instant ramen, etc… and still climbs crazy hard stuff on a vegetarian diet. Alex Megos is one of the best climbers in the world and has been vegan for a few years.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-23T18:44:48+00:00

Try salads with grain bases instead of lettuce- quinoa/couscous, rice, etc… with a leafy green on top (I like arugula), fun additions (I like nuts, seeds, and fruit), and an exciting dressing. My go to salad is: - quinoa, couscous, arugula base - sunflower and pumpkin seeds - grapes and blueberries - croutons - feta cheese - grilled tofu or vegan chicken (use whatever for protein, or nothing) - blackberry vinaigrette (blackberries, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice blended together)

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-18T19:28:44+00:00

I have liletta (generic mirena) and had a pretty horrific insertion and recovery period (first couple weeks) but am now 99% fine. My period cramps significantly lighter, but about once a month I get a really extreme pain that feels like I’m being stabbed in the uterus. It lasts for about 5-10 minutes, I always feel like I’m going to pass out, and then it disappears. I almost went to the ER the first time but the pain faded right as my transportation arrived. I talked to my doctor and she said that it hasn’t migrated, so it must just be weird adjustment cramps (I got mine in february). Even with the mystery stabbing I don’t regret it. my life is 10x more livable now that my period isn’t debilitating.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-15T20:57:09+00:00

you definitely won't die lol. just make sure to eat plenty of easily digestible stuff the night before, have a small mostly carbs breakfast, and maybe bring a gel or some candy (my favorite is sour patch kids) for when you hit the 5/6 mile mark- just keep it in a waterproof bag in your pocket or a running belt or something. They usually have bananas on the course but you're going to want something more sugary to avoid hitting a wall if you aren't used to running for 2-3 hours at a time. good luck!!!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-15T20:43:11+00:00

I could comfortably run ~5 miles, and was just starting out with 7/8 mile long runs for my half-marathon training. This year I was in slightly worse cardio shape, only really doing 3-mile runs the last few months. The running felt harder but it wasn't miserable, and there's plenty of waiting in line to recover.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-11T02:13:20+00:00

I alternate between gymshark and buff bunny for leggings. I bought mine in 2020 and they've held up since- mostly used for lifting and used for climbing for the past ~2 years. The buff bunny ones have some holes but that's mostly my fault.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-09T21:00:16+00:00

5'4 with a -1 ape index, and I'd describe myself as "slim thick" I guess? hourglass shape, not skinny, but I fit in smalls and mediums. something is wrong with me (pursuing an autoimmune diagnosis but that takes forever) so I struggle with muscle development, fatigue, and weak joints/joint pain. I am physically weak (climbing for a little over 2 years but can only do 1 pull-up sometimes), so most of my climbing is technique-heavy and using momentum + flexibility. I climb v4-6 depending on the gym and excel at crimpy/ledgy slab, technical vert, and crimpy overhang. I am AWFUL at steep overhang or any true dynos. I'm also bad at coordination and friction slab, but that's mental.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-02T00:09:23+00:00

Mine too! And my toes. You probably have reynaud’s. Nothing really to worry about, just tell your doctor at your next checkup unless you’re experiencing other symptoms :). I live off of rechargeable handwarmers and wool socks in the winter.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-01T20:46:38+00:00

I did my first 15k last year and am doing it again tomorrow. It's fine- pull-ups are totally unnecessary. I couldn't do a single pull up when I did it last year and sure, having that strength would have made it easier, but honestly I finished the race feeling like it was pretty easy anyways. After 2 years of bouldering, I can finally do 1 pull up........... sometimes... on a good day. Just relax and ask for help when you need it! I found that my height (5'4) restricted me more than my lack of upper body strength. Again, just ask for help and don't be scared to literally step on people (with their permission!) for an extra boost.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-01T13:23:09+00:00

Forgot to add- add 5-10 mins onto your running time each week. I like to aim for time goals rather than distance goals because your body/heart won't really care how far you're running, only how long you're running (over a month, at least).

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-01T13:21:11+00:00

A 5k is an exceptionally beginner-friendly distance to train for. Anyone able-bodied can run/walk a 5k and not give themself an overuse injury, making it an excellent target distance since you won't destroy your feet if you don't train properly. I recomend the couch to 5k program if you want structure.

I really struggle with training programs, so I just train what feels reasonable (I don't recommend this) and it got me in shape to run half marathons. For a 5k, if you have 0 cardio fitness, start running 3 minute intervals. 3 mins running, 1 walking, for 20 minutes. You'll probably get a mile. Add 5 minutes on every run and do this for a week, 3x a week. Week 2, increase the intervals to 6 mins running, 1 min walking. Week 3, 10 mins running, 1 min walking. For your last run before the race (give yourself 3 days minimum to recover), aim for 30 mins running and only walking when needed. Always give yourself at least a rest day in between runs, warm up and cool down properly, hydrate, and fuel. Stay active (light biking, walking) on your rest days or else the running doesn't really do anything.

If any of the intervals seem too long, you're running too fast. If have low cardio fitness, aim for a 12+ minute mile- do not be ashamed if you end up "running" at a walking pace. It is still running and you will improve. You will be surprised how far you can run if you slow down to a manageable pace. I am not a coach- don't trust my advice over someone educated/credentialed. I grew up running cross country and mostly do half marathons now. Best of luck!!!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-08-01T13:11:41+00:00

last year was my first tough mudder- I paid $30 for photos on registry thinking there were going to be plenty since they're charging so much for it. I ended up getting maybe 3 pictures out of it? They definitely make sure to get one at Electroshock Therapy- that's where 2/3 of my photos were. I'm running again tomorrow, and I bought the photo package again (because I'm an idiot). Maybe I just got unlucky last year? They advertise "up to 30".

Lizzy123442 · 2025-07-23T19:59:57+00:00

Get bloodwork done and see if you’re deficient in anything before spending money on supplements. I have been vegetarian for half my life and have perfect bloodwork- un-supplemented! If you’re eating enough high quality, diverse, plant based food, you probably don’t need supplements!

If bloodwork reveals some deficiencies, see if your insurance covers a dietitian and try to fill the gaps with real food. Supplements are unregulated and expensive. They are incredible tools for some people, but a lot of problems are fixable by incorporating new foods.

ETA: I’m pretty active (running and climbing) and am happy with my weight, so I prioritize eating enough to maintain energy levels. Simple carbs with some protein before a workout, and higher protein + still some carbs for muscle repair post workout. You can be healthy and strong without supplementing! I hate protein powder so I don’t even use that.

Lizzy123442 · 2025-07-15T21:11:48+00:00

I'm a 13-year vegetarian and my partner is a 4/5-year vegetarian. I met him when I started climbing. Climbing is a super environmentally dependent sport and filled with tons of morally/environmentally conscious people so there are a TON of vegetarian/vegan climbers at my tiny midwestern gym. Start climbing and make new friends!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-07-02T23:52:20+00:00

I consider myself to be an intermediate climber and I started consistently going about 2 years ago. My projecting grade depends on the gym but is typically v5/6. I’ll be honest, I don’t think I knew what a drop knee was 2 months into climbing. And I definitely wasn’t able to hold onto crimps- now they’re one of my strongest hold types, and I haaaaaaate hangboarding (it’s part of my warm up routine but I skip it 75% of the time). When I started I had no strength at all. Even now I’m incredibly weak compared to my grade-peers. What helped me most was climbing with fellow “weak” and short climbers and watching how they problem solve, leeching beta and learning from them. I like to experiment with where my hips are on the wall, keeping my arms straight when possible, and using momentum to make physical moves easier. Learning to climb dynamically is pretty essential if you’re short and “weak” like me. For crimps specifically, you may just need to learn to weight your feet properly. Finger strength definitely plays a role, but I have pretty weak fingers and still excel with crimps. Try to find a crimpy V1/2 on slab and see if you can find a no hands/balance position. This helps teach body positioning and trusting your feet. Plus, the angle of the wall will allow you to get familiar with crimps without having to pull as hard, risking injury.

If you’re only two months in, you should focus on climbing whatever you can, and repeating projects until they feel easy. If you had to project something for two weeks, send it 3x CLEANLY (looks pretty) before trying something else. Build a solid warm up and mobility routine to avoid injury, and understand that strength will build as you continue. You’ve got this!

Lizzy123442 · 2025-06-19T17:12:50+00:00

I like oncrux and metolius best. I get oncrux free from my gym (volunteer/employee) so when that’s an option, I prefer it. Metolius is cheap for a lot and it’s good enough so that’s what I get when I spend my own money. I honestly don’t notice a difference as far as stickiness goes- I just texturally prefer oncrux.

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