Cedar Wright is on a quest to understand climbing’s most mysterious discipline: the ropeless art of bouldering.

With difficult moves far above leg-breaking landings, bouldering is essentially gymnastics with consequences. As demanding as a routine on the rings or the parallel bars, bouldering tests the mind and body of its participants, and the athleties it attracts seek its unique blend of adrenaline and aesthetics.
Through several conversations with some of the best athletes currently practicing the sport, Cedar gains and insight into this unique lifestyle, and what it takes to do the impossible both on a rock and in life. The lessons he learns resonate with anyone who has ever tried to improve at something they love.