Benefits of Rock Climbing
Indoor rock climbing is quickly becoming the most popular alternative fitness activity because it’s fun, challenging and social. In our busy lives, we no longer have time to “work-out” in the traditional sense. And guess what, even if we did have time, we don’t WANT to do it because it’s boring, repetitive and solitary.
Check out the following surprising benefits of rock climbing!
Physical Benefits:
• Improve balance
• Increase flexibility
• Increase muscle tone
• Improve cardiovascular health (low impact aerobic workout)
• Lose weight
• Improve coordination (gross and fine motor skills)
Mental Benefits:
• Stress Relief
• Increase self confidence (sense of achievement)
• Improve spatial and kinesthetic intelligence
• Improve decision making and problem solving skills
• Improve visualization skills
• Practice setting and achieving goals
• Increase concentration
Social Benefits:
• Build trust
• Build character
• Belong to a community
• Networking and friendship
• Communication and listening skills
• Leadership Skills
