MATT BURBACH has been a climbing instructor since 1995. He was the founding editor of Urban Climber Magazine, and his writings have been published in Gripped and Climbing. He established, developed, and directed the indoor climbing school at Earth Treks' Climbing Centers in Maryland, the largest climbing gyms on the east coast. Matt has worked in the climbing industry as an instructor, competitor, tech rep, visual merchandiser, and lead organizer of the Petzl, Roc Comp and Smackdown competitions. He is a graduate University of Maryland's College of Health and Human Performance and continues to coach climbers on an individual basis. Matt currently lives in New York City.
A comprehensive handbook.--Los Angeles Times
Adds a layer to the convenience: getting the most out of your
workout.--Everett Herald
Burbach gives in-depth instruction for indoor rock climbing
techniques to exercises to get [you] in shape for the
sport.--Tacoma News Tribune
For outdoor rock climbers now training in gyms, the book helps
reverse the transition from climbing on real rock to pulling on
plastic.--Fitness Business Pro
Techniques are clearly illustrated in sequential, easy-to-follow
photos.--Outdoors Unlimited
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