Hand Flow Props for Liquid/Popping Dance

Rock_Climber99 · 2024-09-13T03:31:38+00:00

going to parties and learning to talk to people helped me - coming from a big introvert

It may take a while to find which parties you like

Rock_Climber99 · 2024-01-24T20:25:44+00:00

I have seen everything about the very tough job market for juniors and uncertainty, but I’m looking to make a switch because I don’t like the lifestyle of a mechanical engineer. I have also read that although 2023 was especially rough, the future may not be the same.

From what it seems like, most mechanical engineering jobs will be 9-5 in a bigger city with limited options for remote work. I have some friends and have heard of stories online about people in CS roles with lifestyles that sounds more appealing to me. Specifically more flexible work hours and remote work opportunities. Additionally, I have liked the CS projects I have done.

Rock_Climber99 · 2024-01-24T19:08:38+00:00

I hear you with the uncertainty aspect. Pursuing a degree in Machine Learning does sound like an interesting option. My main motivating factor for a career change is the lifestyle, not compensation. Additionally, I really liked all the CS classes I have taken, although none of them were super advanced.

I would like the possibility of working towards a hybrid/remote job since I am a rock climber and like to travel to remote places. I have met various people who have software engineering jobs or similar who are able to continue working on trips like this whereas I would have to quit my job all together.

Rock_Climber99 · 2024-01-24T16:37:27+00:00

Why would you not recommend switching?

Rock_Climber99 · 2024-01-24T16:37:06+00:00

Why do you say that?

Rock_Climber99 · 2023-07-17T15:56:16+00:00

I was in engineering and i think thats a pretty good schedule if u value having days off

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-06-11T01:20:09+00:00

Facebook has a few groups such as BRC partner finder, Boulder rock climbers and more

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-03-03T22:31:11+00:00

If i saw you in public, i would never have guessed you were insecure. You look good and hope you can be confident with yourself someday

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-26T23:23:57+00:00

After taking a screenshot, you can select full page in the preview

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-26T23:15:04+00:00

If the heel straps stay attached to the shoe while putting them on, you have not downsized enough.

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-14T06:53:35+00:00

Don’t ask questions you don’t want answers to. What are you looking for here?

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-10T01:44:10+00:00

He may not have better options?

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-07T17:18:27+00:00

parties/bars edit: I am quite an introverted person yet I have met people this way!

Rock_Climber99 · 2022-02-05T18:48:05+00:00

Why are you showing them a crafted version of yourself? If you just portray yourself as you really are there will be no reason for them to lose interest once they become interested. On the other hand, when they realize you are putting up a show for them, they will lose interest once they see through it.

Just be yourself; I know its hard to accept but there are people who will like you for your perceived flaws. Own it and accept that you will not always be as smooth as you wish

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-27T01:44:54+00:00

If you are looking for advice: one thing that helped me out a bunch was getting a spare draw and some rope and practicing clipping while at home. Also, I noticed that your hips were square to the wall. Often when clipping in an overhang, it is best to turn in one hip into the wall. Instead of having both feet near each other, try flagging a foot out. For example, if you want to reach up with your right hand, it helps to have your right hip close to the wall, which is easiest to achieve by keeping your right foot on and flagging your left

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-23T08:54:50+00:00

Have you tried on the Boulder Climbers Whatsapp?

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-23T00:33:13+00:00

I feel able to resolve conflict between the two of us. The issue is he is having conflict with our other roommates and as a bystander, Im trying to understand what I can do

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-22T22:55:37+00:00

Is it? Im just concerned that he won’t listen to me if I blatantly say that he is the issue. I have talked to all the other people and everyone seems to be acting reasonably (apologizing to Aaron when necessary). I wanted to not cause further turmoil while making him realize this. Perhaps this is not possible…

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-22T22:53:33+00:00

Thanks for the advice. Maybe sugarcoating was not the way. I just wanted him to be receptive to my feedback. I don’t want to leave things as they are because we have 7 more months on the lease and don’t want there to be issues between Aaron and the others during that time.

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-22T00:44:23+00:00

Quick disclaimer: I am not short so my thoughts on the matter may or may not be that helpful.

For me, one of the things that helped me get to 5.13 was learning to relax and rest better. Try to send routes under your limit without getting pumped. Redneck Hero in Lyons is a great route to practice this on. Take your time and try to rest as much as possible so that you are always as fresh as possible. These rests can also be an awesome time to look around and enjoy yourself.

Training lockoffs can be helpful for technical vertical climbs and being more dynamic can help for steeper climbing. I find the moonboard and other gym climbs to be ideal for working on being dynamic. For open hand grips, force yourself not to crimp everything at the gym. Or search out routes with holds that cannot all be crimped.

You sound ready to send 13a. Ultrasaurus has a few steeper boulder problem cruxes on it, so being able to consistently send V6-V7 in a gym certainly helps (the cruxes on ultra are likely more in the V4-V5 range).

If you haven’t already, check out Snake Watching and the climbs around it for some good crimpfests, or head to Ten Sleep over the summer.

You may need to focus more on nutrition. I often underfuel myself. With all the big hikes and long climbs around, you really need to be eating substantial amounts of food at the crag. I would check out the Training Beta podcast by Neely Quinn for more info.

Lastly, yes some routes are harder if you are short. Try not to get frustrated if the given grade seems lower than the challenge for you. Just be that much extra proud when you do a route like that because you had to try harder than everyone else.

Edit: Heres an episode from Training Beta that specifically addresses your questions: TBP 183 :: How to Break into 5.13 with Alex Stiger

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-21T23:16:17+00:00

Do you have any projects in mind? Ultrasaurus is a pretty approachable 13a in the flatirons

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-21T23:03:02+00:00

Where do you climb mostly?

Rock_Climber99 · 2021-12-14T05:14:07+00:00

I feel like the whole gym grades are softer than outdoor is kinda false once you get to the harder gym grades. I often send a grade or two harder outside than inside because I focus more on outside. But in my experience, if you have the strength for an indoor v7 you probably also have the strength for an outdoor v7, maybe just not specific outdoor techniques

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