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Anna Gatta
Athlete Bio
I started when I was 22 and is today I am living in Côte d'Azur in France with my husband Philippe Gatta. Since 2004 I have been running my Creative Graphic Design Agency www.gattadesign.fr.
In my spare time I am climbing, running, trail running and traveling. In climbing I prefer to sport climb on steep cliffs in southern France that has enough cliffs for a life time.
How did you get started climbing?
I was restless and searched for a sport that didn't feel like a sport only but that was very fun and social. I took a climbing course indoors in Stockholm, Sweden, and bought all the gear the day after. In the beginning I climbed 5 days a week and that was all I did.
How old were you when you started?
22
Who or what inspired you to start climbing?
Curiousity on something new. Climbing was a small sport in Sweden when I started.
Who served as your inspiration in life?
My parents. They have got their priorities right.
What was your first outdoor climb?
Some 6 in Stockholm.
Any training advice or suggestions?
That is very personal, but adding strength training, like for example fingerboard, does help!
If you could have 1 superpower what would it be?
To fly
If you could have 3 wishes, what would they be?
I am happy as I am without any special wishes.
What was your favorite childhood cartoon?
Kalle Anka
Shameless self-promotion - website, blog, facebook, twitter, myspace, youtube,. (list only ones you want public to see)
www.gattdesign.fr, facebook
Future climbing season objectives, travel plans,
Come back to 8a level. No travel plans in climbing since we have climbing heaven here J
Social Networking Sites ie facebook, twitter, etc: Facebook "Anna Gatta"
Personal Website: www.gattadesign.fr, www.gattadesign.fr/sponsor_images/index.htm for more photos
SHORT TERM CLIMBING GOALS: Il n'y a pas d'arrangement, 8a
SHORT TERM PERSONAL GOALS: Boost my graphic design company
LONG TERM CLIMBING GOALS: Travel and get back to shape without injuries
LONG TERM PERSONAL GOALS: Keep my great balance between professional and private life.
Favorite Climbing Areas:; Côte d'Azur, Hueco Tanks
Best day of climbing:A sunny day with all our crazy friends laughing and shouting.
Your favorite climb: Dévérsé Satanique, Gorges du Loup
List at least 5 reasons why you like Sterling Rope
1: Durable!!
2:.Good price vs value
3:.Nice colors
4: Nice staff
5:.Various ropes for each activity
Write a short story on a recent climbing adventure:
Winter trying to reach the summit of Mont Blanc. Me and my husband Philippe Gatta were bored and took the car over to Chamonix. We were the first one up after Christmas and we had to break trail all the way. A few polish guys were the only company. We were supposed to have a full week of nice weather, but so did not happen... We had to abort the summit attempt just above the last refuge and head back in a very strong wind that almost swept us off our feet. We used the Sterling rope glacier rope )Ice Thong 7.7mm all the way to make sure we didn't slide off the wall.
The last book you read? "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson
Your favorite book/story? "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson
Your favorite types of music? Mozart to Prodigy. Depends on the mood.
Other sports/activities you like to do? (other than climb) Trail running, hiking, some alpinism
What do you feel is you best accomplishment (other than climbing)?
Having kept my company running for 5 years.
Your favorite beverages? Water, beer wine
One favorite personal quote? Look on the bright side of life.
What do you want to do in the next 5 years Same as today. Work for myself, travel with my husband, sport many times a week.
Where do you want to be 5 years from now? Who knows? Where will I be in 1 year??
Athlete News
Anna Gatta - Gorge du Loup
Anna Gatta in Arrow Head, 8a. Sector Mesa Verde,Gorges du Loup, France
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