The Testify Inquirer - August 3, 2026
/THIS WEEK'S SUBMISSION
From our video The Brutal Truth About Squatting No One Wants to Hear (click the title to watch):
Scott D
Once I embraced this way of squatting my squatting exploded and I now look forward to squatting.
Forcing my lobg-femured-self to "be tall, head up" led to years of frustrating squatting.
Phil
I believe it, Scott, and I’m glad to hear it!
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ARTICLES & VIDEOS
The Brutal Truth About Squatting No One Wants to Hear
Phil explores one of the most important truths about squatting – and how embracing it can completely change your progress. Click here to watch.
99% of Lifters Don't Know Which JERK to Perform: POWER vs SQUAT vs SPLIT
In weightlifting (AKA Olympic weightlifting), there are 3 different types of jerk, and each has its unique advantages. We cover each version as well as why you might want to perform it. Click here to read.
Blast from the Past: You Should Be Unloading Your Barbell Like This | EASY and FAST (plus BONUS tip)
How do you unload your bar after deadlifting, cleaning, rowing, etc. in a fast and easy manner? Phil explains and demonstrates and also provides a bonus tip. Click here to watch.
Blast from the Past: Bench Press with Short Legs or Back Pain?
Do your feet barely reach the ground when you bench press? We give an easy solution for those who have shorter legs, and this solution often helps those who bench with back pain as well. Click here to read.
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WHAT'S COMING UP
Below is one 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.
Minneapolis, MN: Starting Strength Squat & Deadlift Camp
October 3, 2026
Spend the day learning the theory and practice of the low bar back squat and the deadlift.
Participants will spend lots of time on the platform receiving coaching and instruction on the squat and deadlift in a small group setting. We will also have a lecture and discussion on programming and cover how to identify and correct common technical problems.
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 2026.06.29.
Option 2
Bike/Row for 9 rounds:
1 min on
1 min off
Record distance for each round.
Compare to 2026.05.11.
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 2026.04.13.
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 2026.04.13.
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