Meet the Machine: Byron Gregory
When/why did you decide to start training?
When I get hyped or psyched on something, I go all in. And I played a few other sports to a high level, so I kind of understand the premise or reason behind training and wanted to get into it.
What made you choose to go with Power Company?
Having listened to Kris and Nate through podcasts, and then hang and see them out, I knew they were people I could trust with trying to get me better.
What plan did you do and how did you choose that one?
Boulder Better
Did you work with a coach? If so, which one?
Nate
What were your goals when you began the plan? How did you progress towards those goals?
Being a better climber in general, and understanding what it meant to get or be better.
Tell us about any memorable successes during/after your training experience.
Actually progressing or doing some of the limit boulders in the gym training.
What's the next step in your climbing and training?
Being real, just getting back into climbing at this point.
What would you say were the most important things (positive or negative) you learned during your training experience?
Perspective. Being able to take a step back and take a different look at a climb - or at life in general.
What would you consider your greatest strength or superpower when it comes to climbing?
Positivity and/or “bringing the hype” as some would say.
Tell us about your proudest (not necessarily hardest) send.
“Graham Crackers” at Stonefort (LRC) in Chattanooga. It's definitely not V-gnarly but it was rad. I fell off the top during Triple Crown like my first year climbing, even bounced off the pads. But it's cool - I got caught by the crowd - but what was the coolest about it was just the energy out there with the crowd. Hyped me up to get back on it and get up the boulder.
What would you say is a weakness or skill you need to improve in climbing?
Time.
What advice would you give someone considering starting a training plan?
Take the time, and if you are going to do it, do it big - go all in and buy in.
There's a lot to learn. Another set of eyes, set of exercises, or a different angle of attack can help you break through a plateau.