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In this episode, I chat with Jeremy Arntz, who you probably know as sleepeatclimbrepeat on Instagram. We talk about his current climbing goals, why he started his Instagram account and the tips that have helped his climbing the most. If you are a new listener to Whatever It Takes, I would love to hear from you.  Please visit www.chalkedclimber.com to learn more about the podcast and my climbing blog where I talk about all things climbing.   In this episode, some of the questions we discuss: So how long have you been climbing now Jeremy? How did you get introduced to climbing? What was the biggest setback to your climbing and how did you get through it? What’s your favorite part of climbing? What climbers do you look up to? What are some of your climbing goals? What are some of the tips that have helped you the most in your climbing? How would you describe yourself in three words? What would you say is your proudest accomplishment? (Doesn’t have to be climbing) What do you do outside of climbing? What future climbing plans do you have? What was the reason for starting your Instagram account? What are some of your favorite experiences or opportunities you have had since starting your account? What plans do you have in the near future for the account? In 5 years where do you want to be with the account and your climbing? As we wrap up the interview, I would love to give you the stage, what is something that has stuck with you over the years? It can be a quote, sentiment, favorite story/moment, a value.   Follow our Podcast Whatever It Takes Itunes and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. New episodes every Monday. Consider leaving a Rating and Review for the podcast on iTunes. It only takes a minute and greatly helps this podcast reach more people. Follow our Host Follow me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chalked.climber/] to follow along with my climbing journey and for spectacular motivational climbing videos with practical applications for you. Join the Conversation My favorite part of creating this podcast, my daily blog, and posting on Instagram is being able to meet and talk to climbers and sports enthusiasts from around the world. So I’d love the chance to talk, just email me [Chalked.climber@gmail.com] or Direct Message me on Instagram.

In this episode, I chat with Liam Lonsdale, one of the top climbing photographers and presenters about some of his favorite moments from 2018, some tips for climbing photographers, and what he loves about his career. To start the interview, we play one word, one minute, so Liam has one minute to answer as many questions as possible using only one word to answer each. If you are a new listener to Whatever It Takes, I would love to hear from you.  Please visit www.chalkedclimber.com to learn more about the podcast and my climbing blog where I talk about all things climbing.   In this episode, some of the questions we discuss: How did you get introduced to climbing? How often do you get to climb? Let’s look back to 2018, What were some of your favorite moments from 2018? What climbers do you look up to? Do you get to climb with some of the pros before or after competitions? What climbing moments stick out to you over your years of presenting competitions? So now let’s change direction, and talk a little about photography, How long have you been a photographer? Do you mainly do climbing photography or other types of photography as well? What do you love about climbing photography? How do you balance all your jobs, traveling, and climbing? What are your favorite places to climb or take pictures of around the world? What are some tips for new climbing photographers? What is the hardest setback to your career and how did you get through it? How would you describe yourself in three words? What is your favorite part about your career? What climbing events do you have coming up?   Follow our Podcast Whatever It Takes Itunes and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. New episodes every Monday. Consider leaving a Rating and Review for the podcast on iTunes. It only takes a minute and greatly helps this podcast reach more people. Follow our Host Follow me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chalked.climber/] to follow along with my climbing journey and for spectacular motivational climbing videos with practical applications for you. Join the Conversation My favorite part of creating this podcast, my daily blog, and posting on Instagram is being able to meet and talk to climbers and sports enthusiasts from around the world. So I’d love the chance to talk, just email me [Chalked.climber@gmail.com] or Direct Message me on Instagram.

Stoked to be back! In this episode,  I talk with Jackie Hueftle, one of the most experienced route setters in the USA. We have a great chat about competition route setting and all the thought that goes into it from the route setters and so much more.SHOW NOTES

In this episode, We continue our chat with Keenan Takahashi, a v15 outdoor rock climber. Keenan discusses how social media is affecting climbing, the first V10 he has climbed, and if he has taken any bad falls. The interview starts with the an amazing send story from Keenan. FULL SHOW NOTES

In this episode, Keenan Takahashi, a professional climber, originally from Davis, California. Talks about grades and how climbers should use them, the story of his most meaningful send, how Mellow Climbing got started and so much more. Full Show Notes

In this special Friday episode of Whatever It Takes, Jim Pope, a professional rock climber from the U.K, answers your questions. He answers questions like, what’s three big climbing tips for intermediate climbers, How do you cope with nerves at competitions? And so many more practical climbing questions. Full Show Notes

In this episode, Jim Pope, a professional rock climber from the U.K, talks about his journey to get to where he is today, his proudest accomplishment, and what sport he would play if he couldn’t climb.  SHOW NOTES

In this episode of Whatever It Takes, I talk to Sierra Blair-Coyle about tips to improve your mental game, her favorite climbing moments from 2018, and SO much more. Show Notes

In this episode of Whatever It Takes, I talk to Jamie Rahn about how he trains for competitions, what fellow ninjas he looks up to, and what it takes to be Jamie Rahn. Full Show Notes

In this episode of Whatever It Takes, I talk to Louis Parkinson about climbing, coaching, and what being a ninja warrior course tester looks like. I loved chatting with Louis, he is such a relaxed and enjoyable guy. I hope you enjoy the episode. Show Notes: https://www.chalkedclimber.com/blog/whatever-it-takes-ep-2-show-notes  

Hey! Welcome to “What It Takes” a podcast where athletes talk about what it takes to be a professional athlete. In this episode, I talk to Josh Levin, a USA rock climber with a fantastic youth climbing career and one of the top athletes on American Ninja Warrior, about his biggest climbing weaknesses, favorite ninja warrior obstacle, and more. My website www.chalkedclimber.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/chalked.climber/