Eric Horst's Climbing and Training Blog
2006-04-11
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If you've ever hiked with a heavy pack or carried someone on your back,
you've experienced the negative effects of increased weight on physical
performance. Conversely, a reduction in percent body fat or excessive
nonfunctional muscle mass can have a positive effect on performance,
especially in a sport such as climbing where a high strength-to-weight
ratio is fundamental. The optimal body fat