I find it easier to look just abit ahead of me when going up a hill. To focus on the moment, not what I was going to do 5 min. later.

I stay seated when going up hills and know alot of experienced hill-climbers do this also. Conserves energy. For long rides and if you are riding with loaded panniers, for sure.

Also try to relax your arms, upper body. Don't grip the handlebar too hard. Relax, relax,..relax you will get up there. Patience.



Of course, on next hill, I'm already plotting how to use downhill momentum to get myself up the next hill ..