Career Highlights

  • Gringer, Frankemjura 8b+ RP
  • Nordic Flower L1, Flatnger 8b+ RP

Favorite places to live / climb / visit: 

  • Favorite place to climb - Rodellar, Frankenjura
  • Favorite place to visit - Croatia

Favorite type of climbing: 

Sport and Rock Climbing

What most people don't know about me: 

Most people don’t know that about four years ago I was actually training for speed climbing and was a member of a national team in that discipline. I even competed in a couple of European Cups in speed climbing - and I did pretty well:) In the end, though, I decided that rock climbing gives more happiness.

    Interview

    • Climbing

      When and how did you get into climbing? What keeps you interested? What fascinates you?

      My parents started to climb before I was even born, so I have been climbing since I was a little kid.  When I was six, they signed me up for a climbing course- from that moment on I havn’t have any breakes.
      Climbing doesn’t stop surprising me and there are countless routes to try and crags to explore!  What fascinates me about this sport is travelling and seeing the world.

      Who was your childhood hero? Do you consider yourself a role model now? Does it influence you at all that other people look up to you?

      I definitely don’t think of myself as a role model.  When I was younger, as well as now, I never really had any sports idols. But I can definitely say that there are some people who inspire me:)

      What have been the most important milestones in your life so far, both in climbing and in everyday life? And did you recognize them immediately as such or only later on?

      My biggest life achievement just happened recently. I got acepttend into my dream university and course – pharmacy. I have been aiming for it since I started midde school.  When I heard the results I was proud of myself; it feels like the first step into my professional career.

      In the climbing world, my biggest milestone so far was sending my first 8b+ and learning how to train using a training schedule. I started to train this way around 2,5 years ago, and it didn’t feel so easy back then. Eventually, I learned to understand my body, assess my level of tiredness, and adjust the training weights. Right now, thanks to my consistency and practice, I’m training wisely and consciously, which means I can train hard without causing any injuries. I am pround of that.

      What were your greatest failures / setbacks / injuries? How did you cope with them and how did you come back from them?

      Happily, I haven’t experienced any injuries or situations that would prevent me from climbing. I hope it stays that way!

      What is your favourite climbing-related story / experience?

      The moment that brings a smile to my face is when I sent the Ixeia in Rodellar. Firstly, it was the hardest route I’ve ever done, and I was a bit surprised to actually send it at that moment. The second part of that memory is the massive swing afterwards. The rope was clipped into the chain, I climbed the first part of Ixeia, let go, and swung out. It was incredible; I felt the adrenaline, and freedom.

    • Training

      Do you have a strict training schedule for when and how you train throughout the year?

      For over two years, I’ve been training based on a schedule that my coach, Mateusz Haładaj, outlines for me in a calendar. He details the training sessions that I should complete. It is really convenient for me since we get along well. I also appreciate that I can adjust the training hours to fit my other plans; it’s flexible and suits me perfectly. I train four times a week, with an additional gym session once or twice a week. If the weather allows, I go rock climbing on the weekends.

      What advice can you give to somebody looking to improve their training routine?

      If someone wants to improve their training routine, I’d advise setting specific days and hours for training and sticking to them each week. I believe that consistency and not skipping sessions are key to successful training.

      What do you think of indoor climbing gyms in relation to climbing on actual rock?

      I see climbing gyms as training tools—it's where I can build my strength and endurance to use when I’m out rock climbing and trying to perform at my best. They really help me prepare for the climbing season!

      Are you able to do a one-arm pull-up? How about a single finger?

      I am not able to do a one- arm pull-up :(

    • Psychology

      Is it possible for anybody to eventually perform a one-armed pull-up or get to the top of the Eiger/Matterhorn, or do you really have to be born for it?

      In my opinion, with hard work, commitment to training, and consistency, anyone can reach the level of doing a one-armed pull-up or make it to the top of the highest peaks. While having the right athletic potential for a sport is helpful, success comes from the many hours spent on training.

      How important is it to set goals in professional sports? What are your goals / targets you are working towards in climbing and in life?

      Setting goals is a key factor that gives me motivation for training and for getting better each training. Without a set goal, training can become quite monotonous.

      My climbing goal is to send an 8c route in the next season. I also aim to increase my core strength and overall strength, which is why I do a lot of motor training exercises at the gym.

      In life, my goal is to finish my studies, find a satisfying job, and live happily in line with my own values.

      How to you deal with extremely hard climbing problems? Do you ever get frustrated and give up on them or do they motivate you even more?

      The first attempts on a project are always mentally tough for me. The number of challenging moves and sequences, along with the thought that I have to complete it continuously, can be quite overwhelming. However, I try not to give up and try out different ways to tackle hard moves. I find it much easier to deal with extremely hard climbing problems when I’m working through the route with someone else. Having the chance to brainstorm solutions together and progress with each attempt is a huge motivation for me.

       

    • Future of climbing

      Is there anything you would like to change about the current developments in climbing?

      I have mixed feelings about climbing becoming more commerial. I like that our sport is getting more available now and that there are more climbing gyms around, but unfortunately climbing is becoming less affordable.