What are your motivations?

Motivation is a key factor for progressing and being able to send harder routes.

There are some people that enjoy the simple fact of being outdoors, surrounded by trees, and spending time with their friends whilst doing a physical activity. In modern times, being able to escape technology and getting back in touch with nature and fresh air for a few hours is already a very satisfying reason to practice rock climbing.

So, if you are comfortable with your climbing skills and just want to enjoy the activity itself, there are plenty of crags out there waiting for you to discover them ;-)

On top of that, rock climbing can be a very challenging and engaging activity. There are all kinds of routes, at all levels, and a broad variety of climbing styles. Each route hides a unique sequence of movements, in essence, a puzzle waiting to be solved. The higher the level, the harder and more demanding the puzzles become. When you really get into the discipline, all these challenges become very engaging.

If you feel you have been stuck on the same level for too long, no matter if you climb 4, 6a or 7c and you don't see yourself making it through to the next level, think about this:

What are your motivations for climbing?
Do you really want to progress?
Are you unconsciously getting comfortable within your level?

If you truly want to improve and you try hard enough, sooner or later you will see the progress. In the meantime, remember, being out there is already worth it!