#28 Kris Hampton - Rising from Homelessness and Prison, To Music and Climbing Success: Lessons in Resilience And Honing Your Craft

"I see something in you. Don't make a fool out of me."  👀💪 This powerful statement from Kris Hampton's probation officer had a profound impact on him, demonstrating the power of belief and accountability. 

From his home amidst the Rockies in Lander, WY, musician, artist, and climber Kris, shares his remarkable journey from a tough upbringing to finding solace and purpose in climbing, all while defying odds and setting impressive climbing goals. 

- Kris's inspiring path to climbing: From juvenile detention to finding a home in the climbing gym, Kris's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and second chances. 💪
- Building a career: How Kris leveraged his diverse skill set – from hip-hop to mural painting – to build a successful coaching and training business. 🎨🎤
- Overcoming physical adversity: Kris shares his experience with a career-threatening shoulder injury and how he used strength training and self-advocacy to not only recover but surpass his previous performance levels. 🤕💪
- Inspiring stories of older athletes: Learn about Kris's clients who are defying age and proving that with dedication and the right approach, anything is possible. 👴👵💪
- Balancing life and climbing: Kris offers valuable insights on how to navigate the demands of a busy life, set priorities, and stay motivated to reach your climbing goals. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🧗‍♂️

Connect with Kris:

Power Company Climbing: https://www.powercompanyclimbing.com/
Kris's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-company-podcast/id1447779791
Kris's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Truth-Simple-Become-Climber/dp/1734103604/
Breaking Beta Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-beta-climbing-training-podcast/id1449349393
Written in Stone Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/written-in-stone-a-climbing-history-podcast/id1527606398

Other Mentions:
 
Range by David Epstein: https://www.amazon.com/Range-Why-Generalists-Triumph-Specialized-World/dp/

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