The Testify News - March 23, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video 99% of Lifters Don’t Know These 9 Gym Equipment Facts (click the title to watch):

VTgirlandherbeagles
Oh my gosh! I’m going to find that video on that bar jack and head up to my father in laws wood shop tonight!

Phil
You might have already found the link as we put it in the video description below the video, but in case you haven't seen it yet, here's the video and link:

DIY Deadlift Jack - The Fishhook!
https://youtu.be/g6ncATYrprc

I hope it helps!

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99% of Lifters Don’t Know These 9 Gym Equipment Facts
Most gym equipment seems straightforward — but a few overlooked details can make a big difference. Here are nine facts about common lifting equipment that many lifters never learn. Click here to watch.

 

Stop Doing This!! Your Shoulders are Destroying Your Bench Press
Using your shoulders incorrectly in the bench press? Phil helps you fix it quickly so you can add pounds to your bench. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: Do This for a Bigger Squat! | How to Pause Squat (and Why!)
Want to improve your squat? The pause squat can help. We explain what a pause squat is, how to do it, and why you might want to utilize the pause squat in your training. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: To Stand Up . . . Stay Leaned Over!
Stop raising your chest early in the squat — it's making for a weaker squat. Phil explains and gives two useful cues to help. Click here to read.

TESTIFY CAMPFIRE MUGS ARE AVAILABLE!

For lifters who train hard . . . and like a little campfire-style to go along with their training sessions. Durable, no-frills, and proudly wearing the Testify logo. From campsite to squat rack, this mug's for you.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Barbell MAYhem - The Clean & Press Classic

  • May 1, 2026

  • The annual Barbell MAYhem is back, and this year's event is a Friday night clean-and-press!

  • This is a single-lift weightlifting meet wherein competitors will perform the clean-and-press. Each lifter will receive 3 attempts, and the heaviest successful lift will determine their score.

  • There will be prizes - for feats both serious and outlandish - throughout the night!

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify IronFest VIII

  • July 10, 2026

  • IronFest is a team-based strength meet wherein the contested lifts will be the squat, press, bench press, and deadlift. Competitors will form teams of 2 lifters/team and perform all 4 lifts; each lifter will perform one upper body lift and one lower body lift, and each lifter will receive 3 attempts for each lift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
“Prowler Base+1”
1. Load up a manageable weight.
2. Sprint 40m at 85% intensity.
3. Rest 30 sec.
4. Repeat 5-15 times.

Courtesy of “Death by Prowler” (on Starting Strength).

Compare to 2026.02.16.

Option 2
Bike/row:
4 x 3 minutes

Rest 3 minutes between each round. Score = lowest distance.

Compare to 2025.12.29.

Option 3
8 rounds:
Outdoors:
4 tire flips
50 yd sled push (25 yd down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Indoors:
4 tire flips
100 ft sled push (50 ft down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Compare to 2025.12.01.

Option 4
Sandbag-over-bars
Set yoke at #33 for women or #35 for men.
1. 1 minute AMRAP
2. 5 rounds of 2 reps every 2 minutes (speed!)
3. 1 minute AMRAP

Weights
Female under 40 years
140 lbs and under: 75 lbs
140.1 lbs – 185 lbs: 100 lbs
185.1 lbs and over: 150 lbs

Female 40 years and over
140 lbs and under: 50 lbs
185 lbs and under: 75 lbs
185.1 lbs and over: 100 lbs

Male under 40 years
185 lbs and under: 150 lbs
185.1 lbs – 235 lbs: 200 lbs
235.1 lbs and over: 250 lbs

Male 40 years and over
185 lbs and under: 100 lbs
185.1 lbs – 235 lbs: 150 lbs
235.1 lbs and over: 200 lbs

Compare to 2025.12.01.

As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better!

Whenever you want even more Testify in your life, here are some free resources:

  • Book a free intro and strategy session with us HERE.

  • Pick up a free copy of Testify’s Squat Guide: 12 Tips to Improve Your Squat Now HERE.

  • Get our free weekly email - containing useful videos, articles, and training tips - HERE.

  • Follow Testify on Instagram HERE.

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Testify Today - March 16, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video 10 Bench Press Pro Tips ("Don't Bench Vertically" and more) (click the title to watch):

Alen Vidović
Why is looking at the bar a bad thing?

Phil
Solid question, Alen. In general, staring at a fixed focal point (instead of a moving one) makes for a more accurate and consistent bar path.

One way of thinking about it is that you are looking at where you want the bar to go as opposed to looking at the bar itself. Analogously, when driving a car, we look where we intend to go as opposed to at the car itself, and in the case of shooting a basketball, we stare at the hoop instead of the ball.

I hope this proves useful!

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ARTICLES & VIDEOS

10 Bench Press Pro Tips ("Don't Bench Vertically" and more)
The bench press looks simple—but small mistakes can hold your numbers back for years. We cover 10 practical tips, including why you shouldn’t bench vertically. Click here to watch.

 

Struggling to Improve Your Press? These 10 Tips Actually Help.
Want to improve your press? Phil provides 10 tips you can start implementing today. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: "This Made Him Look STUPID!" | Squat Mistake
Are you making this mistake when squatting? Well . . . don't. It's unnecessary, inefficient, and it makes you look like a newbie. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: Get Stronger . . . Faster?
You want to get stronger, but you don't have all day to spend at the gym. Phil discusses how to productively train while still saving time at the gym. Click here to read.

TESTIFY CAMPFIRE MUGS ARE AVAILABLE!

For lifters who train hard . . . and like a little campfire-style to go along with their training sessions. Durable, no-frills, and proudly wearing the Testify logo. From campsite to squat rack, this mug's for you.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Barbell MAYhem - The Clean & Press Classic

  • May 1, 2026

  • The annual Barbell MAYhem is back, and this year's event is a Friday night clean-and-press!

  • This is a single-lift weightlifting meet wherein competitors will perform the clean-and-press. Each lifter will receive 3 attempts, and the heaviest successful lift will determine their score.

  • There will be prizes - for feats both serious and outlandish - throughout the night!

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify IronFest VIII

  • July 10, 2026

  • IronFest is a team-based strength meet wherein the contested lifts will be the squat, press, bench press, and deadlift. Competitors will form teams of 2 lifters/team and perform all 4 lifts; each lifter will perform one upper body lift and one lower body lift, and each lifter will receive 3 attempts for each lift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
“Prowler Base”
1. Load up a manageable weight.
2. Sprint 40m at 85% intensity.
3. Rest until breathing and heart rate slow down. (45 sec – 2 min)
4. Repeat 5-15 times.

Courtesy of “Death by Prowler” (on Starting Strength).

Compare to 2026.02.09.

Option 2
Bike/row:
4 x 800m

Rest 3 minutes between each round. Score = slowest time.

Compare to 2025.12.22.

Option 3
Outdoors:
10 rounds:
25 yd yoke carry
Rest 1 minute

Indoors:
10 rounds:
30 yd yoke carry (15 yd down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Compare to 2025.11.24.

Option 4
10 x 50 ft farmer carry
Each carry is 25 ft down and 25 ft back and is for time. Rest 1 minute between carries.

Women: 97# per handle (80# of plates)
Men: 137# per handle (120# of plates)
(Note: Each handle weighs 17#.)

Compare to 2025.11.24.

As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better!

Whenever you want even more Testify in your life, here are some free resources:

  • Book a free intro and strategy session with us HERE.

  • Pick up a free copy of Testify’s Squat Guide: 12 Tips to Improve Your Squat Now HERE.

  • Get our free weekly email - containing useful videos, articles, and training tips - HERE.

  • Follow Testify on Instagram HERE.

  • Subscribe to Testify’s YouTube channel HERE.

The Testify Herald - March 9, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video Most Squat Advice Ignores These Three Conceptual Errors (click the title to watch):

Максим Баборыкин
So basically, the thought is "squat with your back"? Right?

Phil
In the sense that a squat is a hips, knees, and back exercise, that could be a reasonable description.

The muscles surrounding the hips and knees are responsible for generating the force during the lift, and the muscles in the trunk/back are responsible for creating rigidity and thus transferring that force directly to the barbell.

In short, some muscles get stronger because they create movement in the squat, and some muscles get stronger because they prevent movement in the squat (i.e., the muscles of the trunk/back get stronger because they are responsible for creating rigidity).

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ARTICLES & VIDEOS

Most Squat Advice Ignores These Three Conceptual Errors
You can’t fix what you don’t understand. We cover three conceptual errors that show up frequently, why they're wrong, and how to easily correct them. Click here to watch.

 

LIFT MORE WEIGHT: 10 Simple & Quick Training Tips (Starting Strength Coach Explains)
Phil breaks down a quick yet comprehensive list of 10 things you need to know, do, or have when training. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: The TRUTH About Lifting (What No One Tells You!)
Phil briefly covers why lifting weights is pretty stupid and - more importantly - why it isn't. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: Barbell Rings - What Are These Things For?!
We cover the difference between the weightlifting rings and the powerlifting rings and why it's important. Click here to read.

TESTIFY CAMPFIRE MUGS ARE AVAILABLE!

For lifters who train hard . . . and like a little campfire-style to go along with their training sessions. Durable, no-frills, and proudly wearing the Testify logo. From campsite to squat rack, this mug's for you.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Barbell MAYhem - The Clean & Press Classic

  • May 1, 2026

  • The annual Barbell MAYhem is back, and this year's event is a Friday night clean-and-press!

  • This is a single-lift weightlifting meet wherein competitors will perform the clean-and-press. Each lifter will receive 3 attempts, and the heaviest successful lift will determine their score.

  • There will be prizes - for feats both serious and outlandish - throughout the night!

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify IronFest VIII

  • July 10, 2026

  • IronFest is a team-based strength meet wherein the contested lifts will be the squat, press, bench press, and deadlift. Competitors will form teams of 2 lifters/team and perform all 4 lifts; each lifter will perform one upper body lift and one lower body lift, and each lifter will receive 3 attempts for each lift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
Sled
Outdoors:
10-20 x 25 yds EMOM at a weight of your choice

Every minute, push the sled 25 yards, i.e., if pushing the sled takes 20 seconds, then you have 40 seconds to rest. Perform 10-20 rounds.

Indoors:
10-20 x 100 ft EMOM at a weight of your choice

Every minute, push the sled 100 feet, i.e., if pushing the sled takes 20 seconds, then you have 40 seconds to rest. Perform 10-20 rounds.

Compare to 2026.02.02.

Option 2
Bike/row:
4 x 3 minutes

Rest 3 minutes between each round. Score = lowest distance.

Compare to 2025.12.15.

Option 3
Outdoors:
5-10 rounds:
10 sledgehammer strikes (5R, 5L)
50 yd farmer carry (25 yd down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Indoors:
5-10 rounds:
10 sledgehammer strikes (5R, 5L)
100 ft farmer carry (50 ft down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Compare to 2025.11.17.

Option 4
1. 5 yoke carries @ 30 yd (15 yd downback) – work up to heaviest carry
2. 5 rounds of 5 reps on the axle “clean and press away” – work up to heavy set of 5

Compare to 2025.11.17.

As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better!

Whenever you want even more Testify in your life, here are some free resources:

  • Book a free intro and strategy session with us HERE.

  • Pick up a free copy of Testify’s Squat Guide: 12 Tips to Improve Your Squat Now HERE.

  • Get our free weekly email - containing useful videos, articles, and training tips - HERE.

  • Follow Testify on Instagram HERE.

  • Subscribe to Testify’s YouTube channel HERE.

The Testify Star - March 2, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video The Gym Gear Nobody Talks About... But Everyone Needs. (click the title to watch):

MrJake719
Hello! I’ve been to a couple of your camps, and the last one you commented that I pushed the cues a little too far. That was great feedback. The one I’m trying to correct is pushing my Kees out too far on squat. Do you have a solo lifter cue to keep knees right above toes? Thanks!

Phil
Hey there, Jake - good to hear from you! If you're shoving the knees apart too far (i.e., knees tracking outside your toes), you can cue "knees forward" or even "knees in" (that's a bit of an overcue, but it can be useful).

Also, you might try watching the video we did a while back on the TUBOW and using that to help the problem:
TUBOW: The Portable Squat Coach
https://youtu.be/_wEF-YDesaw

MrJake719
@T@TestifySCI’ll try it, thank you. Take care!

Phil
You're welcome, and you as well!

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ARTICLES & VIDEOS

The Gym Gear Nobody Talks About... But Everyone Needs.
Anyone can show up and lift. Training, however, requires intention - and a few specific items almost no one talks about. We break down the overlooked gym gear that makes the difference between exercising and actually getting stronger. Click here to watch.

 

Stop Using Your Arms to Deadlift
Don't make this mistake with your arms when you deadlift. Phil covers how to identify the problem as well as how to fix it. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: Never Make This Squat Mistake Again! | Fast Fix
This squat mistake either makes you look ignorant or it makes you look like you're compensating for something. Either way, it's not a good look. Let’s fix it. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: Why Your Press is Weak: Fix Your Unrack and Grip with this Simple Mnemonic Device
Struggling with the press? Phil gives you a simple mnemonic device to help you fix your unrack and your grip - it'll pay big dividends. Click here to read.

TESTIFY CAMPFIRE MUGS ARE AVAILABLE!

For lifters who train hard . . . and like a little campfire-style to go along with their training sessions. Durable, no-frills, and proudly wearing the Testify logo. From campsite to squat rack, this mug's for you.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Barbell MAYhem - The Clean & Press Classic

  • May 1, 2026

  • The annual Barbell MAYhem is back, and this year's event is a Friday night clean-and-press!

  • This is a single-lift weightlifting meet wherein competitors will perform the clean-and-press. Each lifter will receive 3 attempts, and the heaviest successful lift will determine their score.

  • There will be prizes - for feats both serious and outlandish - throughout the night!

  • Click here to register or for more information.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
Sled
Outdoors:
10 rounds of:
Push sled 100 ft
Pull sled 100 ft (hand over hand)

Indoors:
20 rounds of:
Push sled 50 ft
Pull sled 50 ft (hand over hand)

Compare to 2026.01.26.

Option 2
Bike/row:
5 min on
4 min off
4 min on
3 min off
3 min on
2 min off
2 min on
1 min off
1 min on

Record distance for each interval and add for total distance.

Compare to 2025.12.08.

Option 3
5-10 rounds of:
30 sec ME tire flips
30 sec rest

Compare to 2025.11.10.

Option 4
Sandbag-over-bars
Set yoke at #33 for women or #35 for men.
1. 1 minute AMRAP
2. 5 rounds of 2 reps every 2 minutes (speed!)
3. 1 minute AMRAP

Weights
Female under 40 years
140 lbs and under: 75 lbs
140.1 lbs – 185 lbs: 100 lbs
185.1 lbs and over: 150 lbs

Female 40 years and over
140 lbs and under: 50 lbs
185 lbs and under: 75 lbs
185.1 lbs and over: 100 lbs

Male under 40 years
185 lbs and under: 150 lbs
185.1 lbs – 235 lbs: 200 lbs
235.1 lbs and over: 250 lbs

Male 40 years and over
185 lbs and under: 100 lbs
185.1 lbs – 235 lbs: 150 lbs
235.1 lbs and over: 200 lbs

Compare to 2025.11.10.

As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better!

Whenever you want even more Testify in your life, here are some free resources:

  • Book a free intro and strategy session with us HERE.

  • Pick up a free copy of Testify’s Squat Guide: 12 Tips to Improve Your Squat Now HERE.

  • Get our free weekly email - containing useful videos, articles, and training tips - HERE.

  • Follow Testify on Instagram HERE.

  • Subscribe to Testify’s YouTube channel HERE.

The Testify Chronicle - February 23, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video Can One Simple Tool Really Prevent Weakness in Seniors? (click the title to watch):

* Tennesseered
I'm a 74 y.o. man. After 22 months of barbell training, I back squat 1.2 times my bodyweight for reps of five, and deadlift 1.65 times my bodyweight for reps of five. I feel strong and light and full of energy. I was recently told that I look fit and strong. Admittedly, it was my wife who told me that but who matters more than her? Barbell training really works and it's fun. Not easy, but fun.

Phil
Well said on so many fronts!

Matthew Strauts
Awesome!!! Wish more knew and pursued its benefits

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ARTICLES & VIDEOS

Can One Simple Tool Really Prevent Weakness in Seniors?
Can one simple tool really help prevent weakness and frailty as we age? Phil explains what that tool is and why it's so powerful. Click here to watch.

 

The Best Training Advice That Nobody Thinks to Use
Thinking about skipping a workout or cutting a set short? Before you do, ask yourself one simple question: What would I tell my kids? The answer might be the best training advice you’ve ever received. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: Get a BIGGER Squat Now with 3 SIMPLE Tips!
Phil covers 3 easy and quick ways to improve your squat and start setting new PRs right now. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: Wrist Wraps: What, Why, When, and How!
We cover the basics of wrist wraps - what they are, why you use them, when to use them, and how to use them. Click here to read.

TESTIFY CAMPFIRE MUGS ARE AVAILABLE!

For lifters who train hard . . . and like a little campfire-style to go along with their training sessions. Durable, no-frills, and proudly wearing the Testify logo. From campsite to squat rack, this mug's for you.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

A big thank you goes out to everyone who showed up at the fish fry this past Friday evening — food, drinks, and conviviality were had by all! Be sure to keep your eyes open for more fun events like this, and speaking of events . . .

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Barbell MAYhem - The Clean & Press Classic

  • May 1, 2026

  • The annual Barbell MAYhem is back, and this year's event is a Friday night clean-and-press!

  • This is a single-lift weightlifting meet wherein competitors will perform the clean-and-press. Each lifter will receive 3 attempts, and the heaviest successful lift will determine their score.

  • There will be prizes - for feats both serious and outlandish - throughout the night!

  • Click here to register or for more information.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
Sled Pyramid – 4, 5, or 6 tiers
Go up and down a 4, 5, or 6 tier “sled pyramid” – rest as needed. The distance for each round is 80 m indoors (a down-back on the 40m course) or 200 ft outdoors (2 down-backs on the 50 ft course). Rest as needed.

For example, Bob does the following (4 tiers):
Round 1: Empty sled
Round 2: 25#
Round 3: 50#
Round 4: 75#
Round 5: 50#
Round 6: 25#
Round 7: Empty sled

Compare to 2026.01.19.

Option 2
5 rounds:
10 cal bike
1 min rest
4 sandbag-over-bars
1 min rest

Set the yoke crossmember at 35/33, and the weight is 150#/75#.

Compare to 2025.12.01.

Option 3
Outdoors:
5-10 rounds:
10 sledgehammer strikes (5R, 5L)
50 yd farmer carry (25 yd down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Indoors:
5-10 rounds:
10 sledgehammer strikes (5R, 5L)
100 ft farmer carry (50 ft down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Compare to 2025.11.03.

Option 4
1. 5 yoke carries @ 30 yd (15 yd downback) – work up to heaviest carry
2. 5 rounds of 5 reps on the axle “clean and press away” – work up to heavy set of 5

Compare to 2025.10.03.

As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better!

Whenever you want even more Testify in your life, here are some free resources:

  • Book a free intro and strategy session with us HERE.

  • Pick up a free copy of Testify’s Squat Guide: 12 Tips to Improve Your Squat Now HERE.

  • Get our free weekly email - containing useful videos, articles, and training tips - HERE.

  • Follow Testify on Instagram HERE.

  • Subscribe to Testify’s YouTube channel HERE.

The Testify Tribune - February 16, 2026

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THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION

From our video 8 Unavoidable Truths About Seniors and Lifting Weights… (click the title to watch):

Garth Wunsch
81 now. Just started barbell training. Hated gyms all my life, but have been convinced this is the right thing for me. I want to be able to continue gardening and looking after myself, my wife, and our home. Somebody gotta shovel the snow, and grow the carrots and potatoes. Still don’t require any meds, and I want to keep it that way. I’m watching lots of videos, and found this one very good.

Phil
Thanks, Garth, and way to start training – your motivation is spot on.

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ARTICLES & VIDEOS

It Sounds Wrong, but This Cue Drastically Improves Deadlift Strength
One simple and counterintuitive cue can radically improve your deadlift. Phil covers how focusing on this single concept can boost your deadlift, and he also explains why it works. Click here to watch.

 

Want Your Press to Go Up? Make It Go Down First.
Struggling to drive your press up? Maybe you’re quite literally trying to take it in the wrong direction. We explain and give a cue that can help. Click here to read.

 

Blast from the Past: What You Should NEVER Do When Deadlifting!
Are you making this mistake when deadlifting? Well . . . don't. Let's fix it. Click here to watch.

 

Blast from the Past: Struggling to Finish Deadlift Sets? The 2nd Rep Holds the Answer
In the deadlift, a unique phenomenon occurs on the 2nd rep. Phil explains what happens, why it happens, and how you can take advantage of it. Click here to read.

TESTIFY TRUCKER CAPS ARE AVAILABLE!

Represent your favorite gym with this trucker cap in several color options - perfect for outdoors or a training session.

Click here to head to the Testify Store.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Below are a few of our upcoming events, and you can find out what else is on the calendar by heading to our events page at www.testifysc.com/events.

Testify Strengthlifting Challenge

  • April 11, 2026

  • The annual Testify Strengthlifting Challenge is back, and we invite you to be a part of it! This is a strengthlifting meet, which means the contested lifts will be the squat, press, and deadlift.

  • Click here to register or for more information.

Testify Goes Fishing! (ahem, fish-frying)

  • February 20, 2026

  • Friday night fish fry at Saint Vincent de Paul (click here for map)

  • Meet at 6:30 p.m. for fun, fish, beer, and to get your name put in the hat for drawings!

  • Click here for more details and to sign up so we’ve got a headcount.

THIS WEEK’S CONDITIONING

Option 1
“Prowler Base+1”
1. Load up a manageable weight.
2. Sprint 40m at 85% intensity.
3. Rest 30 sec.
4. Repeat 5-15 times.

Courtesy of “Death by Prowler” (on Starting Strength).

Compare to 2026.01.12.

Option 2
Bike/Row for 9 rounds:
1 min on
1 min off

Record distance for each round.

Compare to 2025.11.24.

Option 3
Outdoors:
10 rounds:
25 yd yoke carry
Rest 1 minute

Indoors:
10 rounds:
30 yd yoke carry (15 yd down-back)
Rest 1 minute

Compare to 2025.10.27.

Option 4
10 x 50 ft farmer carry
Each carry is 25 ft down and 25 ft back and is for time. Rest 1 minute between carries.

Women: 97# per handle (80# of plates)
Men: 137# per handle (120# of plates)
(Note: Each handle weighs 17#.)

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