Hey, Oleksiy Torokhtiy here. After tearing my way through 50+ t-shirts over my weightlifting career, I’ve learned that every ripped shirt tells a story!
Let's turn those PR celebrations into memorable moments while making you a stronger athlete!
HOW TO USE
HOW TO USE
In this guide, we dive into the world of t-shirt ripping technique and grip strength training.
To make up your next PR session you need:
This Guide (and a little grip strength)
Hit new PR
RIP T-shirt
Share your Triumph
Capture a video of you ripping your shirt after hitting a PR, tag @torokhtiy and use #tearitup_by_torokhtiy hashtag.
A lot of you have asked how I do it, so I made this tutorial. Please look at this guide as a FUN THING and don’t be too serious about it.
If you have enough grip strength, with a proper technique it won’t be a problem for you.
If you don’t have – work more on your grip and overall strength, there is a simple progression inside.
Good look on your strength journey!
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from 1026 reviews
Brandon Brumley
Pull & Squat
I’m starting to get stronger overall. Good program for strengthening legs and core.
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
04/18/2025
Gary GOODCHILD
SNATCH+CLEAN MASTERCLASS
SNATCH+CLEAN MASTERCLASS
04/17/2025
Duncan
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
04/15/2025
Vinay Thombre
Game-Changer for My Strength & Form!
Absolutely phenomenal program! The PULL & SQUAT CYCLE has taken my training to the next level. As a gym trainer, I'm always looking for structured plans that deliver results — and this one blew me away.
The progression was smart, the workouts were challenging yet doable, and my form, strength, and endurance have all improved noticeably. I especially loved how the plan focused on proper technique, keeping it injury-free yet intense.
By the end of the cycle, I felt stronger, leaner, and way more confident in my lifts — especially in squats and deadlifts. Big respect to the creators for designing such a solid and science-backed program.
Highly recommend this to anyone serious about building real, functional strength! Already looking forward to the next cycle.
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
04/13/2025
Tomás Baeza A.
Back on Track
I finally got to train only weightlifting and it's been amazing with the Oly Wod program. I'm having the time of my life lifting heavy and feeling healthy in the way.
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/12/2025
Justin McClure
MASTER DIESEL
The program has been Awesome! Really enjoy the variety of exercises and drills to improve Weightlifting performance!
MASTER DIESEL
04/10/2025
Edgar Anaya
WEIGHTLIFTING FOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
Very well balanced program for functional fitness training.All our athletes increased their PR by around 25%. I would honestly like to see an additional version of this program in the near future.
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/10/2025
Lylith Messina
Results already!
I’m an “intermediate” level lifter coming back from a spine injury that resulted in a numb right leg. I’m having to retrain my brain to tell my nerves how to work my leg. I am technically still rehabbing, so there are many things I have to modify. (Ex: I do hangs for everything since I’m not allowed to pull from the ground yet). I bought the beginners 12-week program since it’s technically been a full 14 month since I’ve been able to do ANY lifting and I wanted to start over with my new spine/altered leg. It’s been GREAT! I’m already seeing results in terms of feeling more total body connection on the lifts, more fluid movement, and even my leg has gotten a tad more mobile and reactive/quick. I know it’s not a rehab program, I say all that to say it still works with modifications!
OLY WOD
04/09/2025
Ahmed
Learning from the best
I have been on/off training and struggling with techniques, power and all in between. Until I got hooked up with male 2.0. Man it’s amazing how I progressed post ACL and medial minscus replacement. Thanks coach, thanks team!
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/04/2025
Gareth Rees
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
04/03/2025
Rach O
Pull and squat cycle #1
Perfect program, the mobile app version is so helpful too.
Working great and hitting PBS already. Thanks Oleksiy and WBCM team 😁🏋🏼♀️
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/03/2025
Belkhodja
Snatch master class
Im so happy, I corrected many movements , and lessons made me more confident. Im so motivated. Thank you Torokhtiy
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/01/2025
cary sheppard
Tracking workouts
I really enjoy the program, I wish that there was a excel version that I could put in the % to be able to keep track of the workouts without having to write them down into a book
MALE WEIGHTLIFTING 2.0
04/01/2025
Nick Sisneros
Leg Killer
Fantastic program.
I came from a background of just running 5x5 type programs into the ground.
the wave structure and diversity of squats and warm ups was very fun and it really broadend my skill in the gym. i am currently on week 9 of the program. so far i have pushed way past my previous squat 1rm and that also applies to my front squat (something i sorely needed to focus on but never got around to) and dead lift.
I plan to run the full 12 weeks and then put the program in my back pocket for my next off season.
5 out of 5 stars and great for anybody looking to build up their legs and squat skills without wasting time on one of the dumber squat programs floating around out there.
LEG KILLER CYCLE
04/01/2025
Ben K.
Programs and Gear Quality
I’ve been an athlete and fitness enthusiast my adolescent and adult life. The programs and training modalities offered here are Premier, Top Notch!
The YouTube channel is also excellent for beginners and on to advanced lifters. Torokhity apparel and lifting gear is next level! I’ve bought straps, lifting tape, shirts, and compression lifting shorts! All excellent!
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/01/2025
MEET YOUR COACH
MEET YOUR COACH
I'm Oleksiy Torokhtiy, your online coach.
With over two decades of Olympic weightlifting experience, I know how small details can influence your lifting game. And I can say for sure:
“Big results consists of small details”
HOSTED OVER 300 SEMINARS WORLDWIDE
HOSTED OVER 300 SEMINARS WORLDWIDE
I’ve been hosting seminars for ten years now, and teaching athletes from all around the world.
I've had a hand in guiding over 10,000 athletes on their weightlifting journey.
Not exactly. TEAR IT UP is a FUN guide on how to rip a t-shirt, but it includes a 2-week strength program designed to build the grip, upper body, and mental focus needed to rip a t-shirt like a true champion.
Who is it for?
For lifters who love to celebrate their wins. Whether you're chasing your first PR or are a seasoned athlete looking for a new challenge, this guide is for anyone who wants to have fun, build strength, and mark the moment like a beast.
Can anyone RIP a t-shirt?
Yes, but if you have enough grip strength. With a proper technique it won’t be a problem for you.
Absolutely phenomenal program! The PULL & SQUAT CYCLE has taken my training to the next level. As a gym trainer, I'm always looking for structured plans that deliver results — and this one blew me away.
The progression was smart, the workouts were challenging yet doable, and my form, strength, and endurance have all improved noticeably. I especially loved how the plan focused on proper technique, keeping it injury-free yet intense.
By the end of the cycle, I felt stronger, leaner, and way more confident in my lifts — especially in squats and deadlifts. Big respect to the creators for designing such a solid and science-backed program.
Highly recommend this to anyone serious about building real, functional strength! Already looking forward to the next cycle.
I’m an “intermediate” level lifter coming back from a spine injury that resulted in a numb right leg. I’m having to retrain my brain to tell my nerves how to work my leg. I am technically still rehabbing, so there are many things I have to modify. (Ex: I do hangs for everything since I’m not allowed to pull from the ground yet). I bought the beginners 12-week program since it’s technically been a full 14 month since I’ve been able to do ANY lifting and I wanted to start over with my new spine/altered leg. It’s been GREAT! I’m already seeing results in terms of feeling more total body connection on the lifts, more fluid movement, and even my leg has gotten a tad more mobile and reactive/quick. I know it’s not a rehab program, I say all that to say it still works with modifications!
I really enjoy the program, I wish that there was a excel version that I could put in the % to be able to keep track of the workouts without having to write them down into a book
Fantastic program.
I came from a background of just running 5x5 type programs into the ground.
the wave structure and diversity of squats and warm ups was very fun and it really broadend my skill in the gym. i am currently on week 9 of the program. so far i have pushed way past my previous squat 1rm and that also applies to my front squat (something i sorely needed to focus on but never got around to) and dead lift.
I plan to run the full 12 weeks and then put the program in my back pocket for my next off season.
5 out of 5 stars and great for anybody looking to build up their legs and squat skills without wasting time on one of the dumber squat programs floating around out there.
I worked very well with this program, and the results were amazing. The only days with 30-45 minute workouts were tiring for me (too short workouts), but I supplemented it with the program full-body mobility for weightlifting). To sum up a nice 5 weeks, I will return to this program ;)
SUPPLEMENTS MANUAL it's for those starting an adventure with supplementation. Trainers who already have knowledge of athlete nutrition won't learn anything new.
For beginners 5/5.
Hi! Thank you for your feedback and honest opinion!
You’re absolutely right - the Supplements Manual is designed primarily for beginners who are just starting their journey with sports nutrition. Our goal was to create a clear and practical guide that lays a solid foundation for safe and effective supplementation.
For more experienced athletes and coaches, we believe that advanced supplementation should be approached individually and based on professional medical guidance, including blood work and other diagnostic analyses. That’s why we intentionally kept this guide focused on fundamentals and general safety.
We truly appreciate your support and are always open to suggestions on what you’d like to see next.
Considero excelente este programa para levantadores de pesas intermedios y avanzados. Los ejercicios son retadores y escalados para conseguir objetivos semanales. Las cargas de peso son progresivas cada semana y con el fin de alcanzar o superar tu RM en snatch y clean & jerk. Una programación fácil de leer y entender; además, incluye videos tutoriales para ejecutar cada ejercicio o movimiento. En mi experiencia, logré rebasar mis porcentajes máximos en arranque olímpico y envión. Sin duda, recomiendo este programa a todo levantador de pesas aficionado que desee mejorar su técnica y superar sus récords en halterofilia. ¡Saludos, halterófilos!
the book is stacked with great information.
my favortie parts:
good insights from Alexs,
plethora of pictures and videos to back up or sow in much better detail even minor parts of the technique,
each chapter has exercises to help build the skills you just learned,
check list of cues,
downsides: really the only thing i found myself looking for more was getting under the bar in the clean and snatch but literally every part fo the movement beside that is covered in great depth
for a guy like me who has no actual education in the oly lifts outside of youtube this has helped a lot in getting me to understand how to do these lifts more competently.
Hi, thanks for the program! I've started it and I'm at my second week. As I am rather old, or let me say 67 years young, the weights I use are not heavy. However I make all the exercises for the session. And as I usually make a group WL session per week, your sessions are 2 per week, not 3. That's all for now and thanks again. Best regards, Aneliya
Super program ja som si ho pridal ako doplnok k programu vzpierania na posilnenie kondície a stredu tela.Je to dobrý program.
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