The best way to prep for rope climbing is by working on upper body strength core strength and grip.
													
																	Ways to climb a rope. 
									
	
		
	
																	Before climbing ensure your rope is anchored securely and your rope climbing environment is safe. 
																	While leading you can really do some damage. 
																	Rope burn is a hazard when climbing and gloves would offer protection and extra grip. 
																	It provides a handy way to store the rope when it s not in use and it helps keep your rope out of the dirt while you re climbing. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	I ll address that below. 
																	Every man should be able to physically save himself and rope climbing trains many of the same muscles you d need to pull or lift yourself to safety. 
																	Climbing rope is also a core component of building functional strength. 
																	When you re not climbing it s important to properly store your climbing rope. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If you ve never attempted to climb a rope before don t worry. 
																	If you are climbing on routes with fixed draws it is your best interest to hang your own draws even though we know that is a pain in the butt. 
																	Building your upper body strength before climbing is a good preparation for climbing a rope and will help make your climbs faster and more efficient. 
																	How to store a climbing rope. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Rope climbing is a great exercise that builds upper body strength. 
																	Old and worn ones can and will core shot a brand new rope even during a short fall. 
																	One of the most common and simple ways to store a rope is in a rope bag. 
																	But there are plenty of fun ways to improve grip strength while also strengthening other parts of the body. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Sourcing a rope to climb. 
																	Prepping your body for a rope climb. 
																	There s no way around it climbing a rope requires grip strength says wickham.