Egyptian moves

Egyptian moves involve twisting the hips and legs in opposite directions to maximize reach and maintain balance. This technique helps climbers extend their upper body while retaining solid foot placements, allowing for enhanced stability on challenging holds. It is especially useful on overhanging sections where maintaining body tension is crucial.

Examples

In bouldering, Laura used Egyptian moves to navigate a challenging overhang. She twisted her hips and turned her knee inward, allowing her to extend her reach to the next hold. This technique helped her conserve energy by maximizing body tension and maintaining balance. Tom also used Egyptian moves on a slab route. By twisting his lower body, he efficiently placed his feet on tiny footholds, keeping his weight evenly distributed and progressing steadily upward.