In this inspiring episode of the Wild Heart Athletics Podcast, Ben sits down with Lana Hill, a passionate para climber and student at the University of Missouri. Lana shares her journey into the world of climbing, from her high school climbing club to competing at Nationals. She reflects on her experiences at the Adaptive Climbers Festival, the importance of the climbing community, and her hopes for the future of adaptive sports. Lana also opens up about her past sports, including ice skating and shot put, and her transition into competitive climbing.
Key Points
·Lana’s introduction to climbing in high school and her return to the sport in college.
·Her experience competing at the Adaptive Climbing Nationals.
·Insights into the welcoming and supportive climbing community.
·Attending the Adaptive Climbers Festival and meeting fellow adaptive climbers.
·The differences between indoor and outdoor climbing, and the challenges of adaptive climbing.
·Lana’s early athletic experiences, including ice skating and throwing javelin and shot put.
·Her plans for future climbing competitions and training after graduation.
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