Testify Freelancer - February 19, 2024
/THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION
From our video Build a Lifting Platform (and the easiest way to cut stall mats!) (click the title to watch):
Paulo David
Why do you use two pieces of horse stall mats? Instead of a long single piece
Phil
Solid question. The standard horse stall mat dimensions are 4‘ x 6‘. You can get them in 8 foot lengths (i.e., the length of the platform), but you have to special order them, and they’re rather pricey. You can get your standard 4’ x 6’ mat at a Tractor Supply store or something similar.
ARTICLES & VIDEOS
What "Internet Fitness" and "Trainers" Get WRONG About Lifting Weights
What should you focus on when lifting weights? What should you think about? The mainstream fitness industry gets this wrong all the time. Click here to watch.
WHERE Should I Put the Bar for the Squat?
How do you find the best position for the barbell when squatting? We show you how in this short article. Click here to read.
Blast from the Past: Fast & Easy Barbell Math Tricks to Save You from Misloading the Barbell!
Thought you set a PR only to discover the weight was wrong? Here are 2 quick and easy methods to see right away if you've misloaded the bar. Click here to watch.
Blast from the Past: These Aren't the Rests You're Looking For - Part 1
Are you spending a lot of time between reps in the deadlift? Knock it off - it's a problem. Phil explains why as well as how to solve it. Click here to read.
NEW TESTIFY HOODIES ARE AVAILABLE!
Looking to train in style and comfort this winter? Get yourself a Testify hoodie - in practically any color! Get yours today and represent your favorite gym.
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.
Bring Your Grandparent to Squat Saturday!
February 24, 2024
Is your grandma or grandpa interested in getting stronger? Bring your grandparent (or parent!) to the gym on February 24!
They'll learn how to squat, meet some of our coaches, and it's FREE!
If they join Testify, you and they EACH get a $75 discount for 1 month of membership.
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.
Starting Strength Self-Sufficient Lifter Camp
May 18, 2024
Spend the day learning the Squat, Press, and Deadlift and how to self-evaluate your lifts while training in your garage or commercial gym without a coach.
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 2023.12.18.
Option 2
Bike/row:
4 x 800m
Rest 3 minutes between each round. Score = slowest time.
Compare to 2023.11.27.
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 2023.10.30.
Option 4
5-8 rounds:
50 ft sled push
50 ft sled pull (hand over hand)
Row 1 minute
Rest 1 minute
This can also be done in a group of three where the sledder determines how long the other two people row and rest.
Compare to 2023.10.30.