Climbing performance in males: the importance of climbing-specific finger strength

Isometric distal finger strength appears to be the physiological factor most strongly related to bouldering and redpoint performance in males. However, it should be assessed in a climbing-specific exercise.

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European Journal of Applied Physiology
Published
2025-05-05
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-025-05802-5
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1
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Sports injuries and prevention
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Climbing performance in males: the importance of climbing-specific finger strength

E. Wang, Mathias Forsberg Brobakken, B F Buraas
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European Journal of Applied Physiology
Sports injuries and prevention
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Climbing performance in males: the importance of climbing-specific finger strength

E. Wang, Mathias Forsberg Brobakken, B F Buraas
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Abstract

Isometric distal finger strength appears to be the physiological factor most strongly related to bouldering and redpoint performance in males. However, it should be assessed in a climbing-specific exercise.

European Journal of Applied PhysiologyVol. 125(10)
Molde University College (NO)
Openalex Percentile: Top 19%
Sports injuries and prevention
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