Megan Mascarenas Does An Impossible Perch! | Beta Break Ep.9
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Megan Mascarenas is one of America's most creative female bouldering athletes. She has won world cups and won national titles, however the way she has won was through impressive flexibility and mobility with ingenious thinking. In this episode of Beta Break you'll get to see how she uses all of her talents and win competitions.
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Albert: And keep crushing it...... Me: omg here it comes DUN DUN DUN DUN DUN DUN DUN ♪┏ ( ・o・) ┛♪┗ (・o・ ) ┓♪┏(・o・)┛♪
@hejsans1948
4 жыл бұрын
I love his outros😂🤩
@eda.climbs
4 жыл бұрын
Love grooving to the intro music too! I love how the music is so distinct and recognizable
@gayfruit4411
4 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAHHA
@jeong-minhwang5909
3 жыл бұрын
Cutest comment ever
@wadball
3 жыл бұрын
Scrolled down as the video was ending, and read this comment mid- head bob xD my dun dun dun-ing only got louder
That toe hook was so money
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
$$$ I'm so psyched that you're into climbing too, was just bumping your tunes while training the other day
@danielions
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlbertOkay hell yeah brother! That makes me happy :). Keep up the good work and see you at 100k subs hahah
@izzylay1132
3 жыл бұрын
Got you to 100 likes!
@God-gi9iu
3 жыл бұрын
Yy
She climbs at my local gym SCC. She’s still incredibly strong and always has her dog with her haha she’s so nice and I NEVER knew she competed at such a high level...hope she gets back to it!
What an insane toe hook at the last climb! Awesome video as usual, Albert!
Best episode yet That second one was insane I literally started laughing out of amazement
I love watching these. Putting pro climbers into context makes it so much more interesting to watch because you start to see what is special about the way they climb!
Ahah, certainly did not expect to find my reddit post from two years ago featured in your video, but I'm glad to see I'm not the only fan of Megan's climbing style. She really was one of the best competitors in the world in the two years where she did competitions on the main circuit. She still posts some climbing videos here and there on her Instagram but competing does not seem to appeal to her anymore. Anyway, great work as always! And subscribed now.
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Pierre! A good post for a good conversation regardless! I've talked to people who have climbed with her and everyone says she still is a BEAST and enjoying outdoors allot!
@nickbrennan9807
3 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Colorado Springs going to SCC, the local climbing gym operated by the Mascarenas family. Megan was always a gentle, introverted person, although one of the kindest and most humble I’ve ever met. As Megan improved to competition climbing, she became a local celebrity and people would climb at SCC just to talk to her and watch her. Being the kind person she was, she always engaged with everyone. But I think the fame became overwhelming and exhausting, and started to detract from the joy she found in climbing. Now, she has finally begun to outgrow her fame and seems to be doing much better in school and climbing the things she wants to climb, on her own time, without the pressure of competition. She’s awesome, and I’m glad that she’s happier (although we won’t get to see as many insane toe hooks in competition :/ )
Please continue making these, I always look forward to watching the next one!
I usually refuse to do things the way they are intended and love climbing and thats why i consider the Beta Break series to be the best content available out off all the content that exists even outside youtube
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Heck yes! More power to you for making things work for your body type and style!
I've seen her in my climbing gym before. The one day her and some other people were trying to do the same problem with as many different betas as possible. It's crazy watching her climb.
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Oh dang that must have been a Masterclass on how to do movements that seem impossible! Such a great experience you must have had!
@Savage12anahalf
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlbertOkay I told her to cartwheel on the footholds into a bathang as a joke and she seemed to actually consider it...
That back flex is insane! What a way to control your momentum. It was like a static stop, where normally it's a flail and a pray to the gods.
I remember seeing other climbers, like Alex Puccio doing a route that was dynamic or just required a lot of strength, and then Megan would go and do it in a controlled static method that just looked like the best way to me.
Beta break is one of my favourite series on KZread at the moment
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Your Beta Break videos are always an instant-watch for me. Thanks for making these.
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Yooo thanks James, can't wait to make the next episode in two weeks!
I really miss Megan. She is the reason I started bouldering.
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
I bet you climb really intelligently if she's the reason why you started bouldering!
I haven’t stretched in over two months Because of quarantine, but I am now sprawled out on my floor with my feet by my face. I’m sure anyone else watching this video is doing the same 😂
Watching the female comp climbs are always amazing watching the level of flexibility that happens with some problems
I can hardly climb v3 and don't even know what breaking the beta means but that last move made me scream out loud haha amazing!
Saw her last move more than a hundred times and never knew that she retired !(or not) Thx for the video man!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah who know! Maybe she'll return maybe she won't, either way that toe hook will go down in history forever!
@striderfights
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlbertOkay wonder if the allure of the Olympics will be enough after she graduates University.
Most of the time, I have no idea, what you are talking about. But the way you show other peoples' accomplishments is unique. I love the fact that you show not only amazing feats of strength, but also describe incredible personalities and in a way encourage to take something with me: achieving goals is all about the way YOU wanna do it, not the way it's supposed to do. A goal is defined y the person who sets it. I really think you found a very good way to define the word inspiration.Thank you.
YESSSS another one. Love the content!
Its super refreshing to hear 'but first...' in the beginning of a youtube video that isn't followed by some ad or promotion, but instead is actually telling you something pretty relevant and important for the rest of the video
@TheAntzh
3 жыл бұрын
underrated comment
A few hours ago I didn't even know what a beta was, and now I'm straight up audibly gasping watching that toe hook. This series is absolutely fantastic.
I don't know anything about climbing but i am having so much fun--and learning so much--watching these videos! I love how accessible and positive they are.
This was my favorite video of yours so far! Great stuff!
This was awesome. Love the channel man. Keep bringing these inspirational videos to us 🤟🏼
These beta breaks are so good! They make my day and get me freaking hyped man :))
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
I hope they get you hyped to SEND once everything opens up!!!
Ahh! Such an epic video. Megan is definitely one of my favorite climbers to watch. Her style is impeccable
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
She's so good at making any position possible, even ones you don't think are possible!!! Such a hero!
4:53 Me, trying to get out of the pool Lmao 😅🤣
Love these videos, thanks for all the effort you put into them! also super cool to see Crux at 0:13 !
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I love crux and can't wait to visit Austin again to check out the new facility!
What a fucking inspiration, not just to climbing but to life in general. 6"4 big guy almost cried watching this when she just WALKED AWAY FROM COMP CLIMBING TO MAKE HERSELF HAPPY what a girl man!!!!
Really appreciate your videos as a new climber. You really put out great content on your channel man thank you.
that smile that spreads across her face at 4:54, as she decides what she is about to do, is great!
i see megan at my gym every time i climb, shes pretty insane. i study her climbing style a lot, i don’t think she knows how much i look up to her.
Oh my gosh, another incredible video, this series is incredible but I also loved your tricking video
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for watching this and the tricking video! Nice to know people are watching my other content too!
Really enjoy these videos man, keep em coming
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
I'll keep em coming 100% !!!!
I've had some classes with Megan and she's also very woven into the climbing community I am part of, brilliant person and an excellent climber.
I really enjoyed the video. Thanks for the upload and the interesting contetnt. :D Keep it up :D
This series is awesome, keep it up :D
Love this series. Haven't missed an episode yet. Probably never will.
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Heck yes! I can't wait to make the next episode!
Dude that was a really good video, and some impressive climbing to boot!
Albert, you provide amazing & inspiring content! Thank you
Awesome-Beta Break Vid! 🙏Was aware to the movement, but not the term. That toe out toe hook-sick! 😳👏 Never seen one like that. Will also make sure to watch Adidas rock comp. 👍
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
It's suuuuch an entertaining comp to watch, if you have time definitely watch all of them!
Very good video keep it up man
These videos are so good! Glad I subbed
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing! Hope you enjoy the other content too!
ni si quiera sabia de este deporte hace dos semanas pero las recomendaciones de youtube me trajeron hasta aca. ya me encanta. que buen canal albert!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias. ¡Espero que tengas la oportunidad de escalar algún día, si no, espero venir y escalar contigo y aplastarlo! Perdón por el mal español que estoy usando traductor de google
Love these videos
This series is amazing!
Amazing breaks! Thanks for this series
Absolutely love this channel, I climbed with you some at summit, cool to see you doing so well
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
No way! Hit me up on instagram or something if you ever want to catch up! Miss that gym and hoping that you're doing well!
I've still never been climbing, but your videos make me really want to start! Good stuff man
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
You should 100% go try it out once you're able to do so safely! I'll be rooting for you!
One of the best bouldering/climbing channels on KZread!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much :) Going to keep working at it for sure!
5:00 Ha ha ha...excellent move 😂 (thinking out of the box)
Thanks for making awesome content. Keep crushing it ;)
Awesome as always man keep it up 👍👍
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
It's a good day when life gives you a thumbs up :)
She’s climbs at the gym I frequent. She’s super nice and a ton of fun to watch climb! Cute dog too lol
Good for Megan, there's so much more in life than these climbing comps. There's so much more in climbing that being indoors.
Hell yes, I've seen the Adidas Rockstars 2017 live :]
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
So lucky! I wish I could watch one of the competitions live!
Hola, gracias por compartir tus conocimientos. me gustó el video. llevo poco escalando pero aprendo rápido. llevo algún tiempo siguiéndote y me gusta como lo haces.
LOVE THESE - thanks man
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
THANKS TRAVIS! Can't wait to keep making more!
3:08 mascarenas does something totally unique and commentator just had to make it about puccio for some reason
I love these flexibility vids bc I’m a contortionist who climbs as a hobby and I love seeing people like myself haha
Hola, gracias por compartir tus conocimientos. me gustó el video. impresionante control de Megan
God at 2:00 the woman on the right, just look at that musculature! That's absolutely stunning to see in action!
Thank you, Albert!
Very good - as always!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again! :)
These videos are so good
Really love your positivity!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
In the final move there's a point where she starts to be face down towards the ground while at the top of wall.
I love your Beta break Videos
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the other content that I will be making in the future as well!
awesome content
Thanks!
Just love that the subtitles on the thumbnail called her "Mega Mass Karena".
I would have enjoyed watching more of this athlete boulder 😮
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Great athlete to watch for sure!
Great ending. Here, here to doing what’s best for you
OMG! Too awesome!!!!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
She's a total beast!!!
4:58 amazing movement 💪🏼
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
It's pure magic!
that was pretty cool
This beta break series is pretty awesome, super interesting to see the various ways climbers get the top!
Very cool!
Rockstars, huh? We had a rehearsal room in the church basement where was also a boulder wall. There was enough space for both activities. Climbers joked that it's the only boulder with live music, but today I learned that it's not that unusual. ;)
@AlbertOkay
3 жыл бұрын
I think it's getting more popular! It's an awesome concept
super cool
Wtf that opening clip! No words...
0:08 kinda cool to see an olympic athlete in Albert Ok‘s video training in my home gym (-;
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
THE BEAST!
@santiagocarrion-arcos6501
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlbertOkay who is he?
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
@@santiagocarrion-arcos6501 Jan Hojer! I made an episode of him actually!
AYEEEEE MASCARENA
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
LOL
@whiteninja6913
4 жыл бұрын
Albert Ok are you from Houston? is that in city center near memorial mall?
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
@@whiteninja6913 I used to live in houston, not anymore though!
Absolutely nobody: Albert Ok:" 'sup, here are some amazing boulder pros and they are doing finee today"
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
:)
Yoo this chick climbs at my gym. Kinda neat to recognize one of the climbers in this series
EYYYYY MASCARENA !
is that Juji at 0:47 ? he’s a beast
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah! I made a video with him when he came to Houston a few years back!
@AndreLai97
4 жыл бұрын
Albert Ok oh wow! Is the video uploaded anywhere?
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
@@AndreLai97 Yeah it's on my other channel! kzread.info/dash/bejne/eYqf05aMqZTdaLQ.html
There's something cool about Megan perching too then reach up and grab winged holds.
♪ Dale a tu cuerpo alegría Mascarenas ♪ ♪ Que tu cuerpo es pa' darle alegría why cosa buena ♪ ♪ Dale a tu cuerpo alegría, Mascarenas ♪ ♪ Hey Mascarenas! ♪ (Sorry I could not resist)
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
AYYYYY MASCARENAS!
Most of the time there are dynamic moves that can't be reached by that. You lose time and energy too. Difficult to win. You still need the reach for it. Very difficult balance
I’m sure climbers can appreciate this more than me but I was like wtf is she trying with that toe???
A wild Juji was spotted 0:46
life finds ways
But what was the intended beta for the climb in the end?
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
Most likely the idea was to mantle up using your left arm to push or do a muscleup movement to get over!
PLEASE: who are the girls at 00:07? Especially the one with white pants... I'M IN LOVE!!!!! 😍
Did you include the clip of Juji because you are Ok?
What event was held in Madison, WI and why didn't I go?!
@AlbertOkay
4 жыл бұрын
USA Bouldering nationals a few years back! It's now since moved to a different state - I believe Utah!
2:01 these muscles...