Rock climbing is a sport in which participants climb up, down or across natural rock formations or artificial rock
walls.
The goal is to reach the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a usually pre-defined route without falling.
Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance,
agility and balance along with mental control.
Knowledge of proper climbing techniques and the use of specialised
climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes.
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Coded by Laura Kan