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.
I bought one of Torokhtiy’s programs which have been very good for an over all training. It’s not the last time I’ll buy programs from Torokhtiy! <3
OLY WOD
06/14/2025
Lynette Kelly
4 NEW PRs!
The pull and squat program improved my strength and movement patterns. At the end of the program I got new PRs in deadlift, back squat, front squat and overhead squat! I'm a 37 year old mom, and my legs have never looked better. Thank you Torokhtiy!
PULL & SQUAT CYCLE
06/08/2025
Darko Zivojinovic
TEAR IT UP
TEAR IT UP
06/01/2025
Pakawat Thearapati
MUSCLE GAIN 2.0
MUSCLE GAIN 2.0
05/30/2025
Mert Ecevit
Snatch Improvement
There are a lot of variations of snatch, some are familiar some are not. Different weight percentages helps me to being aware of technical issues and fix them.
SNATCH CYCLE
05/29/2025
Maria
Best investment ever
The program is absolutely fantastic for anyone who wants to improve their lifting in a structured way while learning how to incorporate the gymnastics and metcon aspects into the trainning. I am on week 3 and gaining so much more confidence particularly in the snatch positions with each session. I really appreciate the warm-ups and mobility drills that always take care of the nagging little tight spots/help feel the body ready to lift. My only regret is that I have not started sooner!
WEIGHTLIFTING FOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 2.0
05/26/2025
Panda
Best Program
Recommended for everyone from beginners to advanced users.
OLY SET + MOBILITY FOR WEIGHTLIFTING
05/25/2025
Jozef Buzogan
Mobility for Masters
Super program je jednoduchý ale účinný ja som sa vďaka nemu zbavil nepohodlia a bolestí chrbta.
MOBILITY FOR MASTERS
05/09/2025
Tomás B.A.
Incredible!
I improve a lot in just four weeks!
FULL-BODY MOBILITY FOR WEIGHTLIFTING
05/08/2025
Lynette Kelly
Top Level
An absolutely incredible program with a lot of accessory exercises to improve strength and technique. I scored new PRs for both Clean & Jerk and Snatch!
WOMEN WEIGHTLIFTING 2.0
05/04/2025
Sander De Wulf
Excellent ADD-ON Program
I've been truly enjoying myself with this program. It's only been two weeks, but it allows me to complement my regular CrossFit training very well. The exercises feel varied, well-picked and aim to better technique as well as strength.
WEIGHTLIFTING FOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
05/04/2025
Serhii Lytvynenko
Great program
The program is designed for 5 training sessions per week, but I do 4 due to work — I skip the third session each week. I really like the balance between intensity and volume. The wave-loading sessions are very effective. I’m currently halfway through the program, so I don’t know yet if there will be new PRs, but I already feel more confident at higher percentages and a fast improvement in form.
INTENSO CYCLE
05/02/2025
Harris
Excellent direction
I already had great mobility, but this really helped complete my stretching routines. I noticed mobility increases after just 8 workouts. I haven't finished the program and I've already experienced mobility gains.
OVERHEAD MOBILITY
05/02/2025
Ernestas Sipavičius
Excellent for CrossFit WEIGHTLIFTING
I'm new at CrossFit and Weightlifting. This program is excellent for starters and others to learn techniques from videos (but also it is important to have weightlifting trainer to fix technique issues) and start to learn new movements/excercises and how split weight loads. I'm right now at 3week, but I like it! :)
WEIGHTLIFTING FOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
04/30/2025
Hugo
Awesome program
Weightlifting bodybuiding is an incredible program. I took 15 pounds:)) This is the Best hypertrophy sheet I ever used. I’m so happy,Oleksiy you’re the truly best.
Torokhtiy Weightlifting
04/29/2025
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:
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.
The pull and squat program improved my strength and movement patterns. At the end of the program I got new PRs in deadlift, back squat, front squat and overhead squat! I'm a 37 year old mom, and my legs have never looked better. Thank you Torokhtiy!
There are a lot of variations of snatch, some are familiar some are not. Different weight percentages helps me to being aware of technical issues and fix them.
The program is absolutely fantastic for anyone who wants to improve their lifting in a structured way while learning how to incorporate the gymnastics and metcon aspects into the trainning. I am on week 3 and gaining so much more confidence particularly in the snatch positions with each session. I really appreciate the warm-ups and mobility drills that always take care of the nagging little tight spots/help feel the body ready to lift. My only regret is that I have not started sooner!
An absolutely incredible program with a lot of accessory exercises to improve strength and technique. I scored new PRs for both Clean & Jerk and Snatch!
I've been truly enjoying myself with this program. It's only been two weeks, but it allows me to complement my regular CrossFit training very well. The exercises feel varied, well-picked and aim to better technique as well as strength.
The program is designed for 5 training sessions per week, but I do 4 due to work — I skip the third session each week. I really like the balance between intensity and volume. The wave-loading sessions are very effective. I’m currently halfway through the program, so I don’t know yet if there will be new PRs, but I already feel more confident at higher percentages and a fast improvement in form.
I already had great mobility, but this really helped complete my stretching routines. I noticed mobility increases after just 8 workouts. I haven't finished the program and I've already experienced mobility gains.
I'm new at CrossFit and Weightlifting. This program is excellent for starters and others to learn techniques from videos (but also it is important to have weightlifting trainer to fix technique issues) and start to learn new movements/excercises and how split weight loads. I'm right now at 3week, but I like it! :)
This is a great program for someone that wants to strengthen their squat but also have limited time. the three day week and about 1hr sessions were perfect for my busy schedule. And the best part was that i increased my back squat from 225 to 250 and my front squat from 185 to 215! And that was after finishing the first 2 cycles of this program! (after 9 weeks)
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.
The program has been Awesome! Really enjoy the variety of exercises and drills to improve Weightlifting performance!
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