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07th Dec 2017

Where good stuff happens

Working at The Climbing Hangar is so much more than a job

21st Nov 2017

Sports supplements

Chances are you’ve tried some form of dietary supplement, even if it was just a multi-vitamin, but do they really live up to their claims?

24th Oct 2017

Protein power

Protein drinks and snack are all the rage; but how much protein do we really need?

26th Sep 2017

Where could climbing take you?

It's not just about what you do, but where you do it. Nile tells us about the adventures he's had due to his love of climbing.

11th Jul 2017

Hydration for performance

A 2% decrease in bodyweight through water loss can lead to a 20% decrease in mental and physical performance. Perform at your best by keeping hydrated.

19th Jun 2017

My first outdoor bouldering experience

Wondering whether outside climbing is for you? Lian reckon's you'll love it.

06th Jun 2017

How coaching can change your climbing

Coaching is about a whole lot more than just learning climbing techniques. Find out how it can benefit you.

16th May 2017

Awareness: an honest review

Gerard West shares his experience of mental illness and how climbing helped him find the focus, confidence and community to fight back.

27th Jan 2017

Rat race

With a few obstacle course races under his belt, Hangar regular Dave Milsom is tackling his first Rat Race this year. As he prepares to take on the 20 miles and 200 obstacles of The Dirty Weekend, he tells us a bit about how climbing has helped him to prepare for the challenge, and just how much he needs to work on his running.