Laura Rogora Makes Third Ascent of Adam Ondra’s Big Twin 5.15a

Why it matters

Laura Rogora's third ascent of Adam Ondra's 'Big Twin', a route graded at 5.15a, is a remarkable showcase of climbing progression and elevates the standards for all climbers. For recreational climbers, Rogora's achievement highlights the importance of finger strength and power endurance. Climbers attempting routes of this caliber must develop the capacity to hold and manage intense dynamic moves while maintaining grip strength throughout the climb. This ascent reinforces the need to focus on training protocols that build both finger strength, through exercises like max hangs, and overall power endurance for sustained performance on overhanging and complex routes.

Additionally, Rogora's ascent demonstrates the necessity of refined technique and tactical climbing. Recreational climbers can learn from her strategy of breaking down a challenging route into more manageable sections, emphasizing good footwork and efficient movement. This means that, in your own training, you should work on path planning during bouldering sessions or practicing on routes that focus on specific technique work. By doing this, you can improve both your physical fitness and your climbing tactics, much like Rogora has showcased at the highest levels of the sport.