Weightlifting for Strength: Mastering Compound Lifts with Trishna
I don't just teach you to lift; I teach you to move better. From squats to deadlifts, we focus on technique first, every single time.
Executing a 70kg back squat with full depth. I always say, keep your squats low and your standards high. This lift is fundamental for building powerful legs and a strong core.
A deadlift session with a clear message: start today. This foundational strength exercise works your entire posterior chain, and being consistent with it is a decision you'll thank yourself for a year from now.
This video shows my progress in the squat snatch, moving from 25kg to 34kg. It's not just about lifting heavier, but also about the grace and efficiency of the movement, which is what I constantly train for.
Even when you fail a lift, what matters is getting back up. This clean and jerk attempt is a reminder that failure is just part of the process of getting stronger and pushing your limits.
A look back at my front squat form in 2018 compared to now. The difference is that I never stopped trying and learning. This is a testament to how consistency and dedication to technique can transform your lifts over time.
A typical pull day workout for me includes a mix of exercises like pull-ups, lat pulldowns, and deadlifts. These movements are key for building a strong, defined back.
A leg day routine featuring back squats, hip thrusts, and split stance suitcase deadlifts. These exercises are essential for building well-rounded leg strength and powerful glutes.
This leg workout includes a variety of squats, from barbell back squats to machine hack squats, finished with kettlebell swings. Using different variations helps target the muscles from multiple angles for better development.
A shoulder-focused push day workout with strict presses, lateral raises, and shrugs. Building strong shoulders is crucial for stability in overhead lifts and for creating a powerful upper body aesthetic.
Here are four basic but effective exercises for a chest day, including dips, bench press, and decline dumbbell presses. Mastering these fundamentals is key to building upper body pushing strength.
About Weightlifting for Strength
When we start with weightlifting, the first thing I check is your hip mobility and ankle range, not how much you can load. If you cannot hit depth, adding weight is just a shortcut to an injury, not strength. We will spend the first few sessions fixing your form using PVC pipes and bands before we even touch a heavy barbell.
Weightlifting isn’t about ego-lifting or throwing plates around. It’s about building a body that works as hard as you do. Whether you are doing a back squat or a clean and jerk, the mechanics are everything. My sessions in Delhi NCR, at Leo's Gym or Everyday Fitness, are centered on three things: mobility, technique, and consistency. We break down compound movements like deadlifts, squats, and overhead presses to ensure your posterior chain is engaged and your spine is protected. You will learn to move heavy weight, but you will learn to do it safely. We often incorporate aerial mobility work to decompress the spine after heavy lifting sessions, ensuring you recover as hard as you train. Beginners, do not worry about not being strong enough to start. We start where you are, using functional movements to correct imbalances before moving to heavier barbell work. It is not just about the numbers on the bar; it is about that quiet confidence you get when you realize you can handle more than you thought possible. We focus on Olympic lifting progressions, squat technique, and deadlift form, all while building functional strength that carries over into your daily life.
Trishna Sharma
I’m Trishna, and I believe you don’t need a perfect start to get strong—you just need to show up. I blend Olympic lifting, boxing, and functional training to help you build real-world strength, not just gym aesthetics. Let's get to work.
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