Climbing Coach Zachary Laschober joins to discuss: Sports-specific versus non-sport-specific finger training Limitations of the "standard" 20mm flat edge Hand and finger physiology for optimal performance and recovery Evolution of training implements featuring an "unlevel" or "natural" design Isometric yielding (resisting) vs overcoming (curling) training methods Detailed protocols for developing maximum strength and endurance in fingers Applying finger strength to rock and plastic - If you want to grab yourself a training implement from Specialized Masochism, Zachary is hooking up Struggle listeners with 10% off using code STRUGGLE at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/specialized - Bonus Eps and Full Videos (FREE TRIAL!): patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: Crimpd: The absolute best tool for self-coached climbers to stay on track with training. Visit Crimpd to download the app for FREE and take your training to the next level. Petzl SPIRIT: Customize your set of SPIRIT quickdraws with your favorite colors! Excellent weight-to-performance ratio and designed to be easily clipped even when you’re cruxing out. Build your dream set over at Petzl.com    And check out ALL the show’s awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow and @specializedmasochism - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. - The struggle makes us stronger! Let's get out there and try hard.  And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that’s done. But hey, if you’re a human that’s actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I’ll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!