http://www.riverrockclimbing.com/yoga-and-fitness/ - Yoga and rock climbing go hand-in-hand. Yoga increases total body strength, while increasing flexibility and mental clarity and concentration. All things that make for stronger more focused climbers. Pilates focuses on strengthening the core muscles while increasing flexibility. If you spend anytime on one of our walls, you’ll quickly realize that core strength is the most important element in being a strong and balanced climber.