CLIMB ON
I've just gotten back into rock climbing. I use to climb all of the time, it was great! I love the feeling of conquering a route. Feeling the strength and fatigue in my hands and arms. Feeling accomplished, on top of world.. well, not really, I don't climb outside... yet!
So, I'm back at it, I've been going to the bouldering gym 5 out of the 7 days of the week. I should probably slow down. But, I am having so much fun. I love, defeating fears and what my mind thinks are my physical limitations. I wonder if it's similar to a runner's high? I wouldn't know, I hate running. Plus my knee swells up like a balloon when I try running, so... I take that as a sign that I just wasn't born to run, which is TOTALLY ok with me! I'm a climber, It's more than just a pure strength thing, it's a puzzle thing. But more than that, I think it might actually be my destresser!
I've said for years now, that I do not know how to relax. It drives me crazy, I couldn't just sit still and quiet it my mind. But, when I'm climbing, nothing else matters except for the problem in front of me. where to put my feet and hands, how to get to the top and complete the climb. But let's not forget, the constant fear of falling off the wall, knowing I'll probably be ok, but not one hundred percent sure about that... lol.
I also want to develop a habit/tradition. I don't have kids yet, but when/if I do. I want to share climbing with them but, not only climbing. I want to share my love of being outdoors. Most importantly, I want to keep up with my future children and climbing (and eating right) will make that possible.
So, thus begins my journey.. I will continue to climb on, care to join me?
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