Over a period of twelve years, Neil has collaborated with Glen, who has over fifteen years of experience in working with climbers. Glen’s methodology has transformed Neil’s climbing and enabled him to climb his first 8c, 8c+ and E11 since the age of 45. He has spoken about this extensively in podcasts with Dave Macleod, Training Beta and Nugget.

“Since working with Glen Burrows, I’ve been able to maintain my ideal weight for climbing and my energy levels are consistently high, without depending on caffeine or sugar. But above all, my recovery goes through the roof when I use Glen’s methods and this means I can do way more training and in fact, that I recover faster than I did in my teens and twenties. I’ve seen the same techniques work for many climbers who Glen has coached and I’m a firm believer that it’s essential to dial into modern nutrition strategies in order to maximize your performance, as well as enhance mental and physical well-being.”  

Neil Gresham

Glen and Neil’s 43-page PDF, “Nutrition for Climbers”, covers the key points which really matter. The style is ‘no-nonsense’ and it isn’t loaded with jargon or references. The approach is practical and includes sample menu plans. Quite simply, it helps you to eat better and climb harder! The guide covers Low-Carb and Ketogenic strategies; however, for non-suitors it also goes into detail on strategies where macronutrients are balanced. In other words, it will help you to find the right approach for you.

See testimonials below from climbers who’ve been impressed by ‘Nutrition for Climbers’: 

Since buying it I have switched to a high protein / low carb diet (not full keto in my case) and have never felt better. Improved recovery, steady and consistent energy levels throughout the day and have lost over a stone since January.

In summary it was the best £20 I've ever spent!’

Neil H

“Glen is a legend. He helped me so much over two phone calls only! I highly recommend anything nutrition related that comes from him.”

Tamas L

“Hi Neil, You sent me some advice last month about nutrition and I just wanted to give you an update and say thank you, it’s making a massive difference. My Weight is falling steadily at around 1+ pound a week but my body fat percentage has plummeted.

I’m already onsighting 6a+s, which might not sound like much but a couple of months ago I could barely pull on 6B’s on top rope.  

I can’t tell you how good it feels to have energy and motivation again (my wife is also following it and has lost nearly a stone) 

Massive thanks again for the tips we really do appreciate it.” 

Kev E

Coaching Testimonials

‘What sets Neil apart from other climbing coaches is that he has a track record. He doesn’t just coach 8a climbers, but rather guys like me who were climbing 6b and aspired to 7a. I genuinely did follow his advice, and predictably I progressed up the grades and am now climbing 7b. If you train the same, you stay the same. Neil sees the gaps in your climbing routines and tells you exactly what to do to fix them. You will not come across a nicer, more down to earth, effective coach. I cannot recommend him highly enough.’ 

Pete H

‘Neil's a leading coach. He is also a very good person - articulate and thoughtful. I've trained with him as a tutor. Outstanding.’

Jack T

‘I am petrified of falling and never commit to the moves...so the last year has been one disappointing lead after another...UNTIL...I got Neil Gresham - top UK climber and coach to coach me. I was very cynical about the whole coaching thing and used it as a last resort after all else failed. I did one session with Neil and amazed (really AMAZED) myself with some seriously big whippers. He was brilliant and without me noticing it he built up my falls until I actually started enjoying them. Check him out, he is an amazing coach and without him, I would have never been able to cross that mental barrier.’

Dee A

‘Just wanted to say thank you for all the great tips yesterday. I really enjoyed our coaching session and got a huge amount of useful information from it. I thought you were able to very accurately pinpoint all the gaps in my technique, both obvious and subtle, and then provide the right solution to fix them.’

Anna C

‘After meeting you at Christmas I started training really hard in the ways you suggested…. and have gone from VS to E2. I’ve finally started to realise how to climb hard and most of it is down to you.’

Tom T

‘A week ago I managed to lead a F6c+ route at the Harrogate indoor wall which represented something of a ‘breakthrough’ for me…….I can only think that these recent relative successes I've enjoyed are in no small part due to your fantastic coaching session. Once again, many, many thanks for all your advice, guidance and inspiration!’

Jamie P

‘Neil. Thanks for today's session - I took a great deal away from it, all of which I feel is actionable. You explain things very clearly and concisely.’

Chris R

‘On Friday 6th June I successfully led my project, which I modestly gave a F6b grade. I followed your programme for just over four weeks and would like to say a huge thanks to you, Neil because it would not have been achieved without that slip of paper! Thanks. God bless.’

Colin G (72 yrs of age)

‘Just wanted to let you know, I also managed to tick a 7a+ at the wall on my 3rd redpoint attempt. Focused on footwork and staying calm and it felt relatively easy when I got it right! I think it's a pretty good endorsement of your coaching that 3 people who went on your Kalymnos trip in October are all climbing 3-4 grades harder 6 months later!’

Roland O 

'I had an amazing time in Ceuse with some brilliant achievements.…. By the end I had onsighted a gorgeous 6b. Thanks for all your support Neil, you’re a real inspiration to me, and your coaching and philosophy will always have an impact on my climbing.’

Trevor M 

‘Finally got a 7b at Westway clean. Fell on the onsight but next go it went quite smooth. Thanks Neil! I think you inspired a breakthrough…..those two 7bs felt actually below my limit, so much so that I was disappointed I didn’t onsight them!’

Gavin L  

‘Neil is obviously an expert and an inspiration in his field. What an honour to be coached by him.’

 Louise W

‘Thank you for my lesson today - you've taught me so much.  I can't believe how radically you've changed my ability to climb in 60 minutes!  I also really appreciated how well you used the short time and how much we got through.’

Sally H

‘Thanks Neil. I feel very motivated and excited by what I might be able to achieve with your help. I am always in awe of people with your level of skill who understand how to teach people like me with infinitely less skill and experience.’

Cindy W

‘My climbing has definitely improved. I’ve focused more on flow and not hesitating before every hard move. Your coaching has really helped sort out some of the relatively technical issues that were holding me back, and given me a clear idea of the training I should be doing to improve.’

Noah S