10/09/2026
Testing week at HUB is for everyone.
It’s a celebration of consistent training through the block, which looks different for every single member.
Whether you’re picking up a barbell for the first time or chasing a new 1RM, testing week is about finding your current baseline and giving yourself something to build from.
Progress shows up in different ways for everyone. For some it’s more weight on the bar and for others it’s moving pain free
8 Rep Max
Sam has been working on her deadlifts for the last 12 weeks, progressing onto barbell deadlifts on week 11 of the block.
Sam’s test was to build to a heavy 8 reps, whilst feeling confident with the barbell
Sumo Deadlifts
Emma has been working on sumo deadlifts. Now in the third trimester of her pregnancy, this allows for the most comfort and confidence.
Emma’s test this block was to retain as much strength as possible.
Kettlebell Deadlifts
Lucy joined us recently, with little experience weight training.
Lucy’s test was to learn this new movement and build to 8 challenging reps whilst keeping her form.
Block Pulls
Yulia has been progressing her deadlifts off of blocks in order to avoid extra strain on her back.
Yulia’s test was to build to a heavy set of 5 reps, completely pain free
Hip Thrusts
George is currently training around a long term back injury and found hip thrusts to be pain free.
George’s test was to build to a heavy set of 3 reps on his hip thrust as a substitute for deadlifting
1 Rep Max
Barclay comes from a rugby background with years of lifting experience.
Barcs’ test was to build to a heavy one rep max in order to gauge his top end strength.
