# Happy Fingers by Eva Lopez — Happy fingers, happier climbs

> Climbing finger training guide based on science and experience. (iPhone/iPad app by Eva Lopez Rivera.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-fingers-by-eva-lopez/id1573485450 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eva Lopez Rivera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573485452)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.1 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2021-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-fingers-by-eva-lopez/id1573485450/reviews.md

## What is Happy Fingers by Eva Lopez?

In the middle of the rush for applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning to training apps, Happy Fingers wants you, rather than the machine, to be the one that actually learns something.

Happy Fingers has the following goals:
• Answering all of your questions related to finger training for climbing;
• Carefully guiding you in the process of choosing some training method or grip type;
• Describing how to warm up; how to hang or how to perform each program;
• Teaching you how to control the load to ensure the desired effects;
• Offering alternatives to keep from stalling;
• Preventing injuries, overtraining and excessive fatigue in your forearms;
• Describing different training methods and the optimal exercise for each circumstance;
• Providing a range of training programs for each method, level and athletic goal to choose from.

I’m Eva López; climbing is my passion and the topic of my doctoral thesis on Finger Endurance and Strength Training in Climbing. I developed Happy Fingers with the aim of making you the main character in your growth process, looking at the reasons behind any hitch you find while training, offering strategies to keep your motivation or progressing in the long run. Of course, your personal situation, objectives and needs will always be part of the equation.

All of the above is based on the most up to date research and what I’ve learned along my 20+ years of observation, analysis and experimentation. I have adapted all that knowledge to the individual characteristics of every person I’ve trained, including myself, to refine and complete the process. Linking Science & Experience, relating Theory & Practice, Evidence-based Training, all describe this educational resource that will help you get the most out of your workouts and your climbs.

I want to make clear that the Happy Fingers app does not automatically churn out training programs from some initial evaluation. It's full of information and advice, but it will never command you to blindly follow some path. Individualization is a staple of training, the Holy Grail. You decide. You’re on the driver’s seat.

CONTENTS:
1. Before You Hang.
11. Are dead hangs for me?
1.2. Terminology.
1.3. What gear do I need

2. The Basic Dilemmas
2.1. Strength or Muscular Endurance?
2.2. Which Method do I Choose?
2.3. Which Grip Type to Use?

3. Training Methods
3.1. Maximal Head Hangs.
3.2. Submaximal Dead Hangs.
3.3. Intermittent Dead Hangs.

4. The Finger Meets the Edge
4.1.Dead Hangs Technique.
4.2.Warming Up.
4.3. Control of the Load. Self-regulation.

5. Periodization
5.1. The Dead Hangs Session.
5.2. The Training Week.
5.3. Proposed Training Plans.
5.4. Improving in the Long-Term.
5.5. Monitoring and Directing your Training.

6. The Road to Perseverance
6.1. Staying Motivated.
6.2. Reducing the Risk of Injury.

Future updates will bring even more contents, mainly in Methods, Programs and Physiological Adaptations.

Strong Fingers are Happy Fingers
Fingers with an Evidence-Based Approach are Happy Fingers
Well-coached fingers, Happy Fingers

## Key features

- Finger training guidance for climbing
- Training method and grip type selection
- Warm-up and exercise descriptions
- Load control for desired effects
- Injury and overtraining prevention
- Range of training programs

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-fingers-by-eva-lopez/id1573485450/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Algun problemilla

*2025-02-22, version 1.0.1*

Con IOS18 algunas explicaciones que necesitan scroll, no las puedo ver enteras pues no hace scroll

### 1/5 — En mi iPhone se queda pillado

*2024-10-17, version 1.0.1*

En determinadas pantallas la app se queda totalmente bloqueada, y no me sirve para nada. Eva no responde a mis emails

### 4/5 — Superb information in a mobile package

*2022-04-20*

Eva Lopez’s research has been an absolute gift to the climbing community. The simplicity and evidenced backed programs she offers are second to none. It was a no brainer to buy the app and support this work. Only reason I gave four stars is the app is a bit cluttered and complex to navigate. It could benefit from an 80/20 type simplification or perhaps a “quick start” summary type section.

### 5/5 — Genial!

*2021-09-21, version 1.0.1*

Para mejorar en la escalada NO hay atajos, pero esta herramienta nos ayuda a encontrar mejor los caminos.

## Frequently asked questions about Happy Fingers by Eva Lopez

### What is Happy Fingers?

Happy Fingers is a climbing training app developed by Eva Lopez, focusing on finger strength and endurance. It provides information and guidance based on scientific research and over 20 years of experience in climbing training.

### How does Happy Fingers help prevent injuries?

Happy Fingers offers guidance on controlling training load, proper warm-up techniques, and understanding overtraining and excessive fatigue. It aims to help users train safely and effectively to reduce the risk of forearm injuries.

### Does Happy Fingers offer pre-made training plans?

Happy Fingers provides a range of training programs for different methods, levels, and athletic goals. However, it emphasizes that the app does not automatically churn out programs and encourages individualization, putting the user in control of their training.

### What kind of climbing training information is available?

The app covers various aspects of finger training, including dead hangs, different grip types, strength vs. muscular endurance, periodization, and long-term progression strategies. It also includes sections on motivation and injury reduction.

### Is Happy Fingers suitable for beginners?

Yes, Happy Fingers is designed to guide users through the process of choosing training methods and grip types, and describes how to perform exercises. It aims to make the user the main character in their growth process, adapting to individual needs.

### What is the price of Happy Fingers?

Happy Fingers is a paid application priced at $9.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all the current content and future updates.

### What devices is Happy Fingers available on?

Happy Fingers is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is Happy Fingers updated?

The app was last updated on September 19, 2021, with version 1.0.1. Future updates are planned to include more content, primarily in Methods, Programs, and Physiological Adaptations.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.1 — 2021-09-19

No release notes.

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