Purpose:
To encourage you to shift your weight to release pressure in a foot in order to be able to move freely
Where: slab or near vertical walls
This drill only really works well on slab or near vertical walls.
While elements will transfer on overhanging walls, it doesn’t highlight the point as well.
When: during the Learning Window or the Options
This concept will pervade across the whole session BUT if you wish to practice as a drill, make sure you have enough brain space
The Drill:
In order to complete this drill, you will need a chalk bag tied around the waist. It is possible with a short tail of rope but I have found this can make people feel quite self conscious
- Find a slabby route, or a section of slab with a large number of holds.
[If there is no slab, use the nearest available wall] - After every foot movement, make a conscious effort to move your chalk bag – tied around the waist – above your standing foot.
- You may only release a foot when the chalk bag is above the other foot
- Repeat
The Outcome: How do you know when it’s working?
Over time, you should find that your footwork starts to improve and that you are using your arms for propulsion less
You may also find that you develop your resilience along the way.