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Women's climbing

Advice from some of the UK's top female climbers

We've gathered some of the country's top female climbers to dispel the myth that climbing requires bulging muscles!

They also explore the physiological differences between men and women that have led to a new wave of climbing kit for women. Plus advice on climbing when pregnant.

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Starting out in women's climbing

by Libby Peter

Libby Peter explodes a few myths about women climbing and talks about the reality and practicalities of trying climbing for first timers.
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Climbing shoes and kit for women

by Emma Williams

Did you know that men have different shaped bodies to women? Silly question maybe, but it is only relatively recently that a full range of products has become available for women who want to rock climb. This article looks at the kind of products which make a difference to a woman's climbing performance.
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Pregnancy and climbing

by Libby Peter

Most women will want to continue climbing and training through pregnancy and there is no reason why you shouldn't but this advice may help.