I recently started climbing only to discover I have extremely weak arms, the downfalls of being a woman It especially doesn't help that all the guys I climb with have huge arms and end up giving me advice like "Just pull yourself up" when there are no good foot-holds in sight. Any tips/exercises that I can try out to strengthen my arms?

Try to focus on your technique first and then work on strength. Most beginners think they can just pull themselves up a route whereas if they improved their technique they would be able to climb much more efficiently.

I 100% agree, I would recommend climbing a lot! Technique is more important than strength. Simply climb when ever you can and the strength will come.

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Climb for life!

Big burly boys will use their arms to pull up and lock-off. Cunning old foxes roll onto their shoulder using feet and core muscles. Work both technique and strength together to gain the best results and never forget the best climber is the one who wants it the most

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AndyDavies

For the most part on easy routes, rock your centre of gravity over a foot and then push yourself up with your leg, Legs are stronger than arms!