Eric Horst's Climbing Masterclass - A Fount of Wisdom for the Best Climbing of Your Life!

Learning from a true expert is the quickest way to progress in any complex endeavor.

Many people are happy to learn via trial-and-error. This approach is too slow (and frustrating) for someone serious about progress...and pursing personal greatness.

If you're an aspiring peak performer, then tapping into the knowledge of someone who's been there—and has coached others to success in a given field—can accelerate the learning process and, importantly, help you avoid common pitfalls.

When it comes to the sport of rock climbing, there a few individuals as knowledgeable as PhysiVāntage founder, Eric Hörst. Despite is busy work and travel schedule, coach Hörst continues to take on a few new energetic training clients each month. For more information on applying for a training & nutrition consultation, click here >>

If you are unable to schedule a meeting with coach Hörst, you can still drink deeply from his fount of wisdom via monthly podcasts and numerous best-selling books. Eric's training philosophy is distinct and uniquely powerful, as he believes in developing the complete athlete (person). His comprehensive—and uncommon—approach to human performance is in clear display in his lectures, podcasts, and books.

Here are a few of coach Hörst's best-selling books.

Training For Climbing 

This 3rd edition of Training for Climbing builds on the international best-selling first and second editions of this breakthrough text. Drawing on the latest climbing research, Training for Climbing presents a comprehensive, evidence-based program for improving climbing performance. With the unique perspective of a veteran climber, researcher, and coach, Eric Hörst blends leading-edge sport science with his decades of climbing and coaching experience to create a content-rich text packed with practical how-to and what-to-do information. Learn more >>

Rock Climbers Exercise Guide 

The Rock Climber’s Exercise Guide (TRCEG) is the ultimate manual for climbers who are looking to improve their physical capabilities. Regardless of your age, ability, or sports background, this book will empower you to develop and engage in a supremely effective conditioning program. And as you progress as a climber, TRCEG will guide you in modifying your program for long-term benefits that will keep you upwardly mobile for many years to come. Learn more >>

Maximum Climbing: Mental Training for Peak Performance (in Anything!)

The Rock Climber’s Exercise Guide (TRCEG) is the ultimate manual for climbers who are looking to improve their physical capabilities. Regardless of your age, ability, or sports background, this book will empower you to develop and engage in a supremely effective conditioning program. And as you progress as a climber, TRCEG will guide you in modifying your program for long-term benefits that will keep you upwardly mobile for many years to come. Learn more >>

Learning to Climb Indoors

The Rock Climber’s Exercise Guide (TRCEG) is the ultimate manual for climbers who are looking to improve their physical capabilities. Regardless of your age, ability, or sports background, this book will empower you to develop and engage in a supremely effective conditioning program. And as you progress as a climber, TRCEG will guide you in modifying your program for long-term benefits that will keep you upwardly mobile for many years to come. Learn more >>