The Joint Impact of Rock Climbing

Climbing can take a toll on our joints, wearing away the cartilage that cushions our bones. Chronic inflammation is a major driver of degenerative changes in joints, so prevention is key. Tips for maintaining healthy joints include managing form to minimize strain, training for quality rather than quantity, videoing yourself to identify errors, increasing tissue mobility through massage and trigger point release, leveraging nutrition with collagen-rich gelatin and vitamin C, and staying hydrated.