<![CDATA[Outside the Vacuum]]>Climbing, Training, and Real Conversations.


]]>http://www.climbstrong.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:11:39 GMTSun, 11 Jan 2026 15:08:49 GMT60Climb Strong<p><b><strong>Climbing, Training, and Real Conversations.</strong></b></p><br />episodicClimb Strongadmin@climbstrong.comyes<![CDATA[Episode 9, Jake and Carter talk family and tech]]>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is Jake Bresnehan. Jake is a life long climber and founder of Sequence.

Links:

https://www.sequence-app.com/?srsltid=AU7gw4UiXEbNA6dSVOZPxp_lHsE1BcUCz-ZbNCLPiKKpFE1bvoWBy_zX

https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/

Email Questions to: Carter@ClimbStrong.Com

]]>bc47e310-21b6-42b6-8837-29c1a49eaea6Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:41:35 GMT<p>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.<br /><br />Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /><br />This Episode's guest is Jake Bresnehan. Jake is a life long climber and founder of Sequence.<br /><br />Links:</p><p><a href="https://www.sequence-app.com/?srsltid=AU7gw4UiXEbNA6dSVOZPxp_lHsE1BcUCz-ZbNCLPiKKpFE1bvoWBy_zX" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.sequence-app.com/?srsltid=AU7gw4UiXEbNA6dSVOZPxp_lHsE1BcUCz-ZbNCLPiKKpFE1bvoWBy_zX</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a href="mailto:Carter@ClimbStrong.Com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Carter@ClimbStrong.Com</a></p>yes01:36:1719Episode 9, Jake and Carter talk family and techfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: Matt and Carter Chat Principles]]>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is Matt Nunes. Matt is a North Carolina based climber, coach and personal trainer. He is studying to become a physical therapist.

Links:

https://www.mattnunescoach.com/

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/

Email Questions to: Carter@ClimbStrong.Com

]]>60866e89-2b45-4bf0-bc8b-d7c5a5a0741cMon, 31 Aug 2026 18:20:41 GMT<p>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.<br /><br />Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /><br />This Episode's guest is Matt Nunes. Matt is a North Carolina based climber, coach and personal trainer. He is studying to become a physical therapist.<br /><br />Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mattnunescoach.com/" target="_blank">https://www.mattnunescoach.com/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@ClimbStrong.Com" target="_blank">Carter@ClimbStrong.Com</a></p>yes00:48:5718Episode 8: Matt and Carter Chat Principlesfull<![CDATA[Episode 7: John and Carter talk Mastery (among other things)]]>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is the one and only John Kettle!

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/john_kettle_climbing/

https://www.instagram.com/performance.climbing.coach/

https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/

Email Questions to: Carter@ClimbStrong.Com

]]>8c39bfa9-040c-4d2c-88c4-358e543fe48dMon, 10 Aug 2026 20:31:30 GMT<p>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.<br /><br />Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /><br />This Episode's guest is the one and only John Kettle!<br /><br />Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/john_kettle_climbing/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/john_kettle_climbing/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/performance.climbing.coach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/performance.climbing.coach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sequence_app/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</a><br /><br />Email Questions to: Carter@ClimbStrong.Com</p>yes01:28:5917Episode 7: John and Carter talk Mastery (among other things)full<![CDATA[Side Quest 1: brushing during comps]]>Outside the Vacuum: Side Quest #1: Carter and Charlie chat brushing during comps.

For more things like this, listen to Outside The Vacuum Climbing Podcast. Season 1 is sponsored by Climb Strong, Performance Climbing Coach, and Sequence.

]]>46020075-4909-4eb0-9760-f530e79f2948Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:03:05 GMT<p>Outside the Vacuum: Side Quest #1: Carter and Charlie chat brushing during comps.</p><p>For more things like this, listen to Outside The Vacuum Climbing Podcast. Season 1 is sponsored by Climb Strong, Performance Climbing Coach, and Sequence.</p>no00:01:031Side Quest 1: brushing during compsbonus<![CDATA[Episode 6: Amity and Carter talk about nutrition (mostly)]]>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Please Note Conversations in this episode could be troubling to some listeners. If nutrition, weight, or body image are challenging topics for you to hear: please skip this episode!

All opinions in this episode belong to the hosts and guests alone and not their sponsors, employers, or collogues unless noted otherwise.
Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is the one and only Amity Warme!

Amity has established herself as one of the strongest trad and big wall climbers in the world, with ascents including Freerider, Golden Gate, El Corazón, El Niño, to name just a few. She lives on the road in her van, chasing climbing objectives across North America while helping athletes perform at their best through evidence-based sports nutrition.


A quick thank you to our sponsors.  In addition to our Title Sponsor, Climb Strong, this episode is brought to you by the Performance Climbing Coach, our additional sponsor for Episode 6. PCC is dedicated to raising the standard of climbing coach education through practical, evidence-based training for coaches and climbers alike.

Links:
https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/amityclimbs/

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/
https://useful.coach/

https://performanceclimbingcoach.com/about-pcc/
Email Questions to: mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com

]]>425d22dc-ecff-40ec-b802-65d9a3a42dd5Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:18:26 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.<br /><br /><i>Please Note</i> Conversations in this episode could be troubling to some listeners. If nutrition, weight, or body image are challenging topics for you to hear: please skip this episode!<br /><br />All opinions in this episode belong to the hosts and guests alone and not their sponsors, employers, or collogues unless noted otherwise.<br />Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /><br />This Episode's guest is the one and only Amity Warme!</p><p></p><p>Amity has established herself as one of the strongest trad and big wall climbers in the world, with ascents including <i>Freerider</i>, <i>Golden Gate</i>, <i>El Corazón</i>, <i>El Niño</i>, to name just a few. She lives on the road in her van, chasing climbing objectives across North America while helping athletes perform at their best through evidence-based sports nutrition.</p><p><br />A quick thank you to our sponsors.  In addition to our Title Sponsor, Climb Strong, this episode is brought to you by the <b>Performance Climbing Coach</b>, our additional sponsor for Episode 6. PCC is dedicated to raising the standard of climbing coach education through practical, evidence-based training for coaches and climbers alike.<br /><br />Links:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/amityclimbs/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/amityclimbs/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</b></a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://useful.coach/" target="_blank">https://useful.coach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://performanceclimbingcoach.com/about-pcc/" target="_blank">https://performanceclimbingcoach.com/about-pcc/</a><br />Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank"><b>mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com</b></a></p>yes01:34:0416Episode 6: Amity and Carter talk about nutrition (mostly)full<![CDATA[Episode 5: Carter and Alex Talk Psychology]]>Outside the Vacuum is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is the one and only Alex Bridgewater!

Links:
https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/innersourceperformancepsych/

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/

Email Questions to: mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com

]]>5c6cf8d5-4749-4f1e-afce-474c8ede7a28Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:43:36 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a climbing performance podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.<br /><br />Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /><br />This Episode's guest is the one and only Alex Bridgewater!<br /><br />Links:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/innersourceperformancepsych/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/innersourceperformancepsych/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</a><br /><br />Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com</a></p>yes01:25:0615Episode 5: Carter and Alex Talk Psychologyfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Ty and Carter on Marginal Gains]]>Outside the Vacuum is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is the Legend Ty Mack!

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

Email Questions to: Carter@climbstrong.com

]]>132d236c-dd4d-4253-9a3e-fb27d21979c6Thu, 07 May 2026 18:57:40 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.</p><p>Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.</p><p>This Episode's guest is the Legend Ty Mack!</p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</b></a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank"><b>Carter@climbstrong.com</b></a></p>no01:34:4914Episode 4: Ty and Carter on Marginal Gainsfull<![CDATA[Episode 3: Eric and Carter Talk Aging and Much More]]>Outside the Vacuum is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

This Episode's guest is Eric Krumland. A Coach and Boulderer based in the PNW.

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

Eric: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWJ-EzpjQ7V/

Email Questions to: Carter@climbstrong.com


]]>dca61ba7-4451-4287-b813-80ecd298b3abWed, 01 Apr 2026 16:40:26 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong.</p><p>Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.</p><p>This Episode's guest is Eric Krumland. A Coach and Boulderer based in the PNW.</p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p>Eric: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWJ-EzpjQ7V/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWJ-EzpjQ7V/</a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">Carter@climbstrong.com</a></p><p><br /></p>no01:13:0713Episode 3: Eric and Carter Talk Aging and Much Morefull<![CDATA[Episode 2: Ken, Sara, and Carter Catch Up]]>Outside the Vacuum is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers.

Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that doesn’t happen in perfect conditions.

Today’s Episode features Ken Klein and Sara McFadden of the Climb Strong Coaching Team. The Nerd Topic is a hypothetical coaching situation.
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Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.

If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/ 

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

https://www.instagram.com/kklein28/

https://www.instagram.com/sara.pax 

Email Questions to: Carter@climbstrong.com

]]>60ec4101-1a7f-45df-9028-57b924d69167Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:51:23 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers. <br /><br />Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that <i>doesn’t</i> happen in perfect conditions.<br /></p><p>Today’s Episode features Ken Klein and Sara McFadden of the Climb Strong Coaching Team. The Nerd Topic is a hypothetical coaching situation.<br />__</p><p>Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.<br /></p><p>The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.<br /></p><p>If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!</p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/</a> </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/kklein28/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kklein28/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/sara.pax" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sara.pax</a> </p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">Carter@climbstrong.com</a></p>no01:00:4712Episode 2: Ken, Sara, and Carter Catch Upfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: Steve and Carter Talk Squats]]>Outside the Vacuum is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers. Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that doesn’t happen in perfect conditions.

Today’s Episode features the Founder of Climb Strong, Steve Bechtel.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.

If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!

Links:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/⁠

⁠https://substack.com/@stevebechtel⁠

Email Questions to: ⁠Carter@climbstrong.com⁠

]]>a6224112-59be-4991-8936-07beadb36df4Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:15:43 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers. Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that <i>doesn’t</i> happen in perfect conditions.</p><p>Today’s Episode features the Founder of Climb Strong, Steve Bechtel.</p><p>Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.</p><p>The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.</p><p>If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!</p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en" target="_blank">⁠</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en⁠" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en⁠</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">⁠</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/⁠" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/⁠</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://substack.com/@stevebechtel" target="_blank">⁠</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://substack.com/@stevebechtel⁠" target="_blank">https://substack.com/@stevebechtel⁠</a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">⁠</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">Carter@climbstrong.com</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">⁠</a></p>no01:05:2111Episode 1: Steve and Carter Talk Squatsfull<![CDATA[Episode 0 - An Introduction]]>Outside the Vacuum is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers. Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that doesn’t happen in perfect conditions.

Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, Outside the Vacuum looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.

The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.

Episodes typically run about an hour and include:

  • A focused headline or hot-take topic from the climbing world
  • Honest check-ins on what we’ve been training, climbing, and coaching lately
  • A deeper “nerd topic” that connects research, philosophy, or systems thinking to climbing, and explores how (and whether) it applies
  • Media recommendations, from books and podcasts to music and film
  • Listener questions

Once per quarter, the format shifts entirely to keep things fresh. If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/

Email Questions to: Carter@climbstrong.com

]]>e966e1a5-2557-467f-9d62-7a008eb02fbeSat, 24 Jan 2026 15:31:02 GMT<p><b>Outside the Vacuum</b> is a podcast brought to you by the team at Climb Strong, the leading organization specializing in the coaching and training of rock climbers. Climb Strong aims to empower climbers of all abilities to reach the next level with personalized training programs and expert coaching. The podcast will be about climbing, coaching, and everything that <i>doesn’t</i> happen in perfect conditions.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by Climb Strong coach Carter Smith, each monthly episode brings together CS coaches and guests for candid, minimally edited conversations about training, performance, and the broader ideas that shape how we climb. Instead of chasing perfect systems or one-size-fits-all answers, <i>Outside the Vacuum</i> looks at what actually works in the real world with messy schedules, injuries, motivation swings, social media noise, and all.</p><p></p><p>The name comes from a simple idea: climbing and coaching don’t happen in a vacuum. Theory is useful, but it only matters when it can be applied to real people, real bodies, and real lives. We’re most interested in sustainable progress; finding approaches you can stick with consistently rather than perfectly.</p><p></p><p>Episodes typically run about an hour and include:</p><ul><li>A focused headline or hot-take topic from the climbing world</li><li>Honest check-ins on what we’ve been training, climbing, and coaching lately</li><li>A deeper “nerd topic” that connects research, philosophy, or systems thinking to climbing, and explores how (and whether) it applies</li><li>Media recommendations, from books and podcasts to music and film</li><li>Listener questions<p></p></li></ul><p>Once per quarter, the format shifts entirely to keep things fresh. If you’re interested in thoughtful coaching conversations, nuanced takes on training, and a more human approach to performance, check this new show out!</p><p></p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/climb.strong/?hl=en</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/verticalperformancecoach/</a></p><p>Email Questions to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Carter@climbstrong.com" target="_blank">Carter@climbstrong.com</a></p>no00:03:301Episode 0 - An Introductionfull