Interconnection of my activities

I have two hobbies that I’m passionate about: rock climbing and knitting. Fortunately, I’m surrounded by fantastic individuals who share these interests with me. John and Tamiko are my companions from our rock-climbing club, while Skylar is my knitting partner. We make a concerted effort to meet up and enjoy these activities together because I find immense joy in pursuing my hobbies with people I care about. This collaborative spirit also extends to my love for music-making.

Knitting is an activity that demands a great deal of finger dexterity and arm strength, especially when I immerse myself in it for extended periods. Occasionally, I encounter stiffness in my elbows and hands due to excessive knitting, which is something I must be cautious about as a performer. However, I’ve realised that the finger strength developed through knitting has unexpectedly benefited my rock-climbing endeavours. Historically, I’ve struggled with weak grips during advanced climbing sessions. Remarkably, I noticed a significant improvement in my ability to grip rocks during my recent climb, and I believe this newfound strength can be attributed to my knitting habit.

Following a rigorous rock climbing session, I often indulge in playing the piano. Certain piano pieces, particularly those with frequent octave passages, demand substantial arm strength. To my pleasant surprise, I was able to effortlessly navigate these demanding pieces, and it dawned on me how my proficiency in other hobbies directly contributes to my musical pursuits.

I’m a firm believer in the importance of shoulder muscles for percussion playing, which rock climbing can help, and I’ve noticed that my diverse range of hobbies has had a positive impact on my percussion skills as well.

In conclusion, I take delight in the interconnectedness of my hobbies. Each of them not only brings me immense pleasure but also enhances my abilities in the others. It’s truly wonderful to have such a variety of interests.