Why are Britons embracing indoor climbing?
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4 Jul 2023
Why are Britons embracing indoor climbing?

Indoor climbing walls are popping up in cities across the country and are thriving with community members. The boom comes in the wake of the debut of the sport at the 2021 Olympics and is the antidote to mundane home workouts that dominated lockdown and fuelled a desire for inclusive adventure.

Steven Lewis

Steven Lewis is the manager at The Arch indoor climbing wall and a climbing coach.

Luke Worthington

Luke Worthington is a sports scientist, trainer, nutritionist, and strength and conditioning specialist with over 20 years experience in the health and fitness industry.

Chloe Gray

Chloe Gray is a freelance journalist whose work focuses on demystifying women’s health and fitness. She is also the founder of Gray’s Anatomy, a newsletter about bodies, and a qualified fitness instructor.