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Dayan Akhtar
British competition climber on the World Cup circuit known for strong consistency in bouldering; discusses self-coaching, training, mental approach and the challenges of the comp scene.
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Nov 19, 2025
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E175: Dayan Akhtar - Achieving incredible world cup consistency through self-coaching and the physical and mental challenges on the comp circuit
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Dayan Akhtar, a British competition climber, shares his journey from balancing university to embracing full-time climbing. He dives into the intense mental and physical demands of the World Cup circuit, discussing his self-coaching approach and training methods. Dayan highlights the impact of route setters on competition outcomes and reflects on his remarkable consistency in competitions. He also touches on the challenges of training in the UK, the importance of resilience, and his goals for the Olympic pathway.
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