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Dojo Mojo: Adam Ondra, Martin Stráník Simulate World Cup Climbing

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Two of the world’s best professional climbers show us how they prepare for the highest level of competition.

Pro climbers Adam Ondra and Martin Stráník have held their own in IFSC World Cup tournaments since before they could drive. Consistently shelling out strong performances on the world stage, as both athletes continue to do, requires a devout and effective training regimen.

In the days leading up to a Lead World Cup, Ondra and Stráník get to work under conditions that precisely mimic IFSC events. From pre-round procedures like route observation and isolation to roping up and pulling down, they’re in it to win it.

Follow the affable pair as they train, hang, and drop some knowledge in this delightfully motivating edit.

Runtime: 10 minutes

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