Testify Daily Observer - November 20, 2023
/THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION
From our video Valsalva and Your Deadlift (click the title to watch):
Eric Anderton
What about passing out after the deadlift? Trying to avoid that.
Phil
Are you concerned that it will be a problem in the future, or has it been a problem already?
Eric Anderton
I haven't passed out yet, but a couple of times I've been super dizzy.
Eric Anderton
future.
Phil
Roger that. A few things - make sure you're performing the Valsalva against a closed glottis and not just against a closed mouth (usually accompanied by puffed out cheeks). If you say the word "hick" and hold the "ck" part, that's what a closed glottis feels like. Beyond that, you could experiment with hissing or grunting slightly when pulling - this has helped for some people. For the most part, this phenomenon passes, and you adapt as you get stronger and continue deadlifting, but those tips might help. Also, and importantly, if you get dizzy, take a knee. Falling hurts much less . . . if you're already on the floor. Admittedly, I say this with a bit of humor intended, but it's very true nonetheless, and we tell this to anyone if they ever get dizzy or lightheaded.
Eric Anderton
good tip. Tried the hick move. Worked
Phil
Excellent - glad to hear it!
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WHAT'S COMING UP
Congratulations to everyone who competed at the inaugural Benching Bonanza this past Friday, and thank you so much to everyone who helped out! Judges, loaders, spotters, those who helped set up and tear down - you all were great, and we couldn't have wonderful events like this without you!
Reminder: Below are the hours for Thanksgiving week (you can also find these on our Location & Hours page). Any days not listed retain their normal hours.
Wednesday, 11/22/23: Regular hours
Thursday, 11/23/23: Closed
Friday, 11/24/23: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, 11/25/23: Regular hours
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 Christmas Classic
December 2, 2023
Come on out and join us for the annual Testify Christmas Classic! This is a weightlifting meet, so the contested lifts are the snatch and clean-and-jerk.
Click here to register or for more information.
Testify Leprechaun Lift-off
March 16, 2024
Want to join us for the annual Testify Leprechaun Lift-off? Of course you do! This is a weightlifting meet, so the contested lifts are the snatch and clean-and-jerk.
Click here to register or for more information.
Testify Strengthlifting Challenge
April 6, 2024
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.
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 2023.09.18.
Option 2
Bike/row:
4 x 3 minutes
Rest 3 minutes between each round. Score = lowest distance.
Compare to 2023.08.28.
Option 3
1. Work up to a heavy single on the axle clean-and-press (i.e., ground to overhead).
2. 5 x 100 ft Zercher carry (50 ft down-back). Add weight each round. Rest as needed.
Compare to 2023.07.31.
Option 4
Outdoors:
5 rounds:
15 cal row
50 yd sled push, 100#/50#
Indoors:
5 rounds:
15 cal row
100 ft sled push, 250#/125#
Push sled slow for recovery. Score is slowest row.
Compare to 2023.07.31.