Chinese New Year Rock Climbing into Modern Fitness

The player's enthusiasm is high but the venue is less

At the beginning of this month, the “Guangdong Province Fourth Rock Climbing Championship” sponsored by the Guangdong Provincial Social Sports Center was held in the Olympic Games Center of Guangdong Olympic Games. It was just the coldest weather in Guangzhou since the winter, but this did not stop the enthusiasm of many rock climbing enthusiasts. Nearly 200 enthusiasts from all parts of the province, Hong Kong and Macau have participated enthusiastically and the number of participants has even exceeded the national championship. Coupled with the on-site team leader, coaches, parents and other audiences who had come to cheer for more than a thousand people, the atmosphere was very lively. For this sport that is not yet familiar to the general public, there are already a wide range of participants in Guangdong Province. Therefore, Guangdong is also the largest province for outdoor climbing (including rock climbing).

However, the reporter learned from the interview that, in fact, the current level of Climbing in Guangdong has shown a declining trend, not only losing the opportunity of consecutive three consecutive reelections of the National Sports Congress, and not even the top three. What is the problem with the level of decline? After an in-depth understanding of the report, the reporter found that due to the tight training funds, Guangdong Province, sometimes even once a year's game is difficult to maintain, so the advantages of speed climbing gradually disappeared in recent years. In addition to the shortage of funds, the public lacked awareness of the rock climbing movement and thought that it was a high-risk sport. Because of their fear, they gave up the opportunity to participate. In fact, there is a clear difference between rock climbing and alpine adventures. Rock climbing is very safe with rope protection. The probability of climbing rock climbing is far lower than many body contact sports. In addition, the lack of training venues has also led to the loss of some enthusiasts with potential. The reporter also learned from the interview that the original rock climbing ground at the provincial stadium was an ideal training spot in downtown Guangzhou. However, it was temporarily dismantled for some reason, leaving many lovers with infinite regret. They have called on the relevant departments to restore the provincial stadium rock climbing grounds and reserve the only platform for training exchanges and skills for the majority of rock climbing enthusiasts in downtown Guangzhou.

Faced with difficulties, those who love rock climbing still let us feel the hope of existence. It is reported that the "Guangdong Province Fourth Rock Climbing Championship" competition attracted nearly 200 enthusiastic enthusiastic participants, especially many young people's enthusiasm for participation is very high, many parents also went to the scene to help out or even participate in, this is a rare phenomenon in other provinces and cities . According to the person in charge of the competition, the juvenile group and the family group in this competition are trying to catch up from the dolls. Through grasping the youth competitions, the competition is promoted and the new breakthroughs in Guangdong rock climbing are sought. In the past two years, the small players in Guangdong have also appeared in the National Youth Championship and won championships repeatedly. It is believed that with the gradual attention and support given by the relevant government departments to the national fitness activities, the corresponding investment in funding and on the venue, Guangdong Rock Climbing with a strong reserve force and a broad mass base will surely create greater glories.

No problem with safety and treatment of fear

In order to let those readers who are not aware of the climbing exercise know more clearly what rock climbing is, the reporter interviewed Zhou Lichao, the referee of the fourth Guangdong Rock Climbing Championship. For beginners who have never participated in climbing but are interested in trying out, Zhou Lichao suggested: “To participate in rock climbing, first of all to remind everyone is to ensure safety, that is to say, must start learning and practice with the guidance and assistance of professional coaches. Especially in winter rock climbing, the most important thing is warm-up exercises." As for the warm-up approach, Zhou Lichao said: "It's actually very simple. Jogging or bouncing or traction is the most basic warm-up method. You can even choose The purpose of playing basketball or playing football for a while is to relax the joints of your body.” In addition, for beginners to participate in rock climbing, Zhou Lichao said: “I recommend that beginners do the rock climbing for the first time. Place, but practice first from the simplest venue. Until sweaty, familiar with the rock climbing process, master climbing skills and then consider upgrading.”

As for what kind of person is best suited to participate in the sport, Zhou Lichao said: “Climbing is the most age-free sport. Whether you are young or old, you can build an excellent rock climber, as long as you like and physical conditions allow. "Zhou Lichao stressed: "But if you look at it from a long-term perspective, I think there should be more young people involved in rock climbing. In fact, to master this project, preschool is the best stage for learning. And they are also the most climbing Looks good.” Zhou Lichao said he had seen two or three-year-olds practicing climbing. Compared with children and adults, the advantage is good physical coordination. It is worth mentioning that, in fact, young players will be more ornamental. Zhou Lichao told reporters: "Because children have poorer arm strength, they emphasize coordination and coordination in the air when climbing. Therefore, if you look at children's games, you look at not only height and difficulty, but also their physical flexibility and Coordination of the four limbs."

As a suitable sports program for all ages, what are the specific requirements for participants? Zhou Lichao said that there is no strict limit to rock climbing. As long as you are certain of your physical health and avoid rock climbing after drinking, safety is guaranteed. Interestingly, for those who have fear of heights, they can also extricate themselves from fear by practicing rock climbing. Zhou Lichao said: “In fact, fear of heights is a psychological barrier that hinders many people from participating in rock climbing, but if you get guidance and assistance from experienced coaches, the fear of heights can actually be overcome. There are many such rock climbing enthusiasts. example of."

Beginners practice “bouldering” twice a week

According to the reporter, there are about 2,000 amateurs who regularly participate in rock climbing in Guangdong Province. Every time a rock climbing competition was held in Guangdong Province, it attracted the attention of nearly a thousand people. This figure even surpassed the national competition. According to incomplete statistics, there are currently nearly a thousand hobbyists practicing rock-climbing exercises in the province twice a month, which is a province with a relatively strong mass base.

At a climbing gym in Guangzhou, the reporter saw that, although it was already at 9:00 pm in the evening, one of the practitioners in the climbing gym was still very involved in climbing repeatedly under the guidance of the coach. The surnamed Liu told reporters at the end of the exercise: “I also listened to a friend and introduced it. At first it was fun. But after trying several times and finding myself really like climbing, it’s the third time this month. Here.” Mr. Liu also said that he wanted to bring his wife and children to play after he had worked out some results. Prior to his departure, Mr. Liu introduced to reporters a rock-climbing method he had just learned that was more suitable for beginners to practice the basic movements - "bouldering." Mr. Liu said: “For beginners, bouldering is very difficult and enjoyable. Generally beginners can practice some basic rock climbing exercises by bouldering, and they are familiar with some of the climbing skills and skills.” Mr. Liu’s coach is He told reporters: “In fact, rock climbing is not difficult. As long as we can overcome psychological difficulties, many people can develop a good ability to climb a rock.” As for the ability to climb, the coach said: “We should try to use the feet and waist to share The strength of the arm, so that you can maintain a longer rock climbing time." After listening to the coach, Mr. Liu said: "In fact, I have not yet reached the coach's request, because currently only practiced three times, I was breathless in a few minutes The coach said: "For beginners, upper limb strength is particularly important. If the upper limb is poor, it is easy to fatigue when climbing, and it is difficult to maintain the balance of the lower extremity strength. Therefore, we must train the upper limbs and then cooperate with the ankles." The force of the toes and the legs makes the body's center of gravity move in harmony with the direction of force, and the hands and feet are also comfortable. Rock climbing, twice a week is appropriate. "

Rock climbing is not a man’s patent to make children more brave

In the interview, the reporter also met a Mr. Wang who worked in the organization. Although he is already retired, he is always doing regular climbing training every week. Huang said: “Climbing rock can not be considered a high-risk project. Since he took part in this activity, he has not really suffered any injuries other than accidentally spraining his foot.” During the rock climbing training, Mr. Huang deeply understood that: “Climbing sports can definitely exercise people's will. At each event, because of the different lines for climbing, the balance and explosiveness needed are also different. It is difficult to experience the kind of fun that constantly challenged difficulties, not personal experience. ”

In addition, do not think that rock climbing is only a man's patent, and you can see many girls and even children at the rock climbing training ground. Whenever a girl is bravely climbing on a cliff under the protection of a protection rope, the onlookers constantly make bursts of cheering. When talking about the feeling of rock climbing, a 20-year-old girl told reporters: “It is difficult to describe in words. Only by experiencing it personally can we feel the comfort and joy of winning ourselves and winning success.” The improvement of people’s living standards means that people’s attention to life is no longer merely about food, clothing and shelter, but also tends to improve the quality of life and enrich the connotation of life. Rock climbing is a sport that can improve the overall quality of people. It can not only surprise the participants. The courage, extraordinary strength, and excellent flexibility can also improve people's endurance and judgment, so that they can cope with the fiercely competitive urban life. The girl also said that not only must she persist, but also mobilize more female compatriots to join in.

In addition, rock climbing is a very good fitness sport for all. Children as young as 3 years old and healthy old people as large as 70 years old can participate. The coach also specifically calls for children to participate because rock climbing can change the child's shy, introverted character and make him more brave.

Rock climbing equipment

Rock climbing master rope: made of high-strength nylon woven by a special method, it has strong ductility, can absorb most of the impact force when falling, and reduce the damage to the climber.

Seat belt: It has the function of dispersing impact force. For convenience, connect with the rope instead of directly tying the rope to the waist to make it more comfortable and safe.

Rock climbing shoes: “small shoes” designed specifically for rock climbing, using high-friction rubber to wrap around the various parts of the foot that may be used.

Protector: also known as the ensure descender, is the use of equipment and rope friction, so that the rope deceleration due to friction, and even stop sliding to protect the safety of those who fall.

Rock climbing master lock: used to connect ropes and protection points, seat belts and protectors, and carrying equipment.