The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast E136: Nathan Phillips - Climbing 8C+, crazy ideas and roasting Sam's climbing
Feb 19, 2025
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Nathan's Long Deepfake Saga
- Nathan Phillips first encountered Deepfake in 2018 when Brione was less crowded and tackled its hard moves over eight sessions in two trips.
- He experimented with four different methods for the difficult foot move before settling on a unique drop knee technique.
Train Specific Fatigue Positions
- Training specific unusual positions builds muscle endurance critical for hard moves like Deepfake's undercut.
- Regular rest between intense sessions prevents premature fatigue and allows better progression.
Replica Training Strategy
- Make replicas easier than the real climb to allow more training volume and better muscle memory.
- Gradually increase difficulty or add weight to replicate progressive overload without risking burnout.