Climbing Gold Janja Garnbret: The Lioness
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Apr 4, 2025 
Janja Garnbret, the greatest competition climber of all time and two-time Olympic gold medalist, opens up about her remarkable journey in climbing. She discusses how she stays motivated despite her overwhelming success and the challenges of maintaining excellence under pressure. Janja reflects on the transition from competitive climbing to enjoying the outdoors, emphasizing the importance of mental resilience and healthy nutrition. With humor and relatability, she shares insights on her evolving perspective on competition and personal growth.
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Non-Climbing Family
- Janja Garnbret comes from a non-climbing family, who were initially unaware of climbing rules.
- Her parents humorously believed more attempts in bouldering meant better performance.
Post-Olympic Slump
- After winning in Tokyo, Janja experienced a period of lacking motivation and direction.
- For Paris, she planned rest and rock climbing goals to avoid this post-win slump.
Outdoor Climbing as Relaxation
- Janja finds outdoor climbing more relaxing than structured training or competitions.
- She enjoys the lack of pressure, time limits, and the immersive nature experience.