McCormick Strength Training

11/05/2024

🎃👻 Check out the highlights from The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting ! Awesome lifts, amazing costumes, and unbeatable energy! Thanks to everyone who made it unforgettable! 💪🔥

Please tag yourself and comment any other pictures from the meet! 📸

Special thank you to Gilbert Baker and the Virden American Legion for allowing us to use their awesome chairs for the event!🇺🇸

11/04/2024

🎃 The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting Results Are In! 🎃

What a fantastic event filled with impressive lifts, awesome costumes, and incredible energy! Highlights included PRs, a fierce bodyweight reps challenge, and creative Halloween outfits.

Thank you to all the athletes, supporters, and workers who made it happen. Can’t wait to see everyone at the next MST Powerlifting meet!
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We have 10 spots left for the 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive, sign up today!

11/03/2024

🎃💪 The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting Recap! 💪🎃

What an unbelievable event we had yesterday at The Zone Halloween Bench Bash! The energy was high, the costumes were epic, and the lifts were monstrous! A massive thank you to The Zone Virden for letting us transform the gym into a Halloween lifting lair for the day—we couldn’t have done it without your support and hospitality!

To our fearless lifters: thank you for bringing your strength, spirit, and creativity. Watching everyone bench in full costume was a real treat (and sometimes a trick!)! Whether you were pushing for a new PR or repping out your bodyweight, you all crushed it! 🧛‍♂️🧟‍♀️🧙‍♂️

We also owe a HUGE shoutout to the spotters, loaders, and judges—you kept everything safe and smooth and made the meet a truly spooktacular success. Your dedication to every lift and lifter is what makes these events possible.

And last but definitely not least, thank you to our ghoulishly awesome crowd for cheering on the lifters! Your excitement and encouragement made the Bash unforgettable for everyone.

Already looking forward to next year’s haunted lifts! Until then, keep up the great work, everyone! 💀👻

11/02/2024

TODAY IS THE DAY! The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting begins at 10 am!

Weigh Ins start now until 9:45 am!!

11/02/2024

Tomorrow!
Come watch the strongest Ghosts and Vampires you've ever seen for free, and participate in the Costume Contest if you dare! 👻
The Main gym will be open for regular use, but the EPOC room will be occupied for the The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting from 7AM-3PM 👊

10/30/2024

📣 Exciting news for MST Powerlifting! 📣

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve officially added a Monolift to our setup for future powerlifting competitions! This addition is going to elevate our events, making them even better for our lifters and spectators alike.

A huge shoutout to Deepen and Tim for their help with the pickup and assembly – we couldn’t have done it without you both! 💪

Ready to take things up a notch? Be on the lookout for upcoming competition dates where this new Monolift will be in action, such as our upcoming 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive! 🏋️‍♂️

10/29/2024

🎃👻 The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting Roster is here! 👻🎃

We’re all set for an incredible event this weekend! Join us Saturday, November 2nd at 10am, to watch these lifters bring their A-game. With costumes, bench challenges, and a bodyweight bench press for reps, it’s going to be a spooky, strength-packed day.

FREE FOR ALL SPECTATORS! 🎟️
COSTUME CONTEST! 🧟‍♀️
FREE FOOD! 🌭

Who’s ready to lift?! 💪

10/21/2024

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨

Today is the FINAL day to sign up for The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting . Don’t miss out on this awesome event happening on November 2nd at The Zone Virden! It’s a bench-only meet with a fun bodyweight-for-reps challenge and a spooky twist—costumes are highly encouraged! 🎃👻

With only 30 lifter spots available, this is your last chance to grab one before registration closes tonight. Let’s make this a Halloween to remember! 🏋️‍♂️💪

Register now, and we’ll see you on the platform!

10/18/2024

🚨 ONLY 15 SPOTS LEFT! 🚨

Lifters, it’s time to bring the holiday heat! 🎅💪 The 4th Annual 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive is almost SOLD OUT! 🎄🏋️‍♂️ This is the BIGGEST and STRONGEST meet of the year, and you do NOT want to miss it!

Mark your calendars for December 7th at the Demuzio Sports Center in Carlinville! 🏟️ We’ve got MST Records waiting to be shattered, a festive atmosphere, and of course, our epic Toy Drive to spread the holiday cheer 🎁❤️

🎯 Don’t wait! Register NOW before it’s too late – there are only 15 spots left, and they won’t last long! Registration ends November 12th.🎯

💥 Time to hit that PR under the Christmas lights – let’s go, MST Powerlifting family! 💥

Share this post to be entered into a drawing for a FREE meet T shirt and goodie bag! 💼
Drawing will be held at the The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting

10/12/2024

Congratulations to the MST Powerlifting Team on their stellar performance at the 2024 Drug Tested USPA Red, White and Blue Championships.

Everyone achieved a State Record, with many getting 4 a piece, as well 9 for 9 showings.
I am very proud of you all, not only for your successes today, but for your hard work, dedication and teamwork in these months leading to today. Thank you all for trusting me with your massive potential.

Special thanks to Coach Deepen and Coach Daniel. With your leadership, we were able to assist these amazing athletes in their spectacular performances. We couldn't have done it without you both.

The best is yet to come.

MULTIPLE RECORDS A PIECE. MST is the new standard.

10/09/2024

The MST Powerlifting team is gearing up to compete at the USPA 2024 Drug Tested Red, White, and Blue Championships in Missouri this weekend!

Let’s show some love and support for these incredible athletes as they go all out on the platform. Wishing them the best of luck—let’s bring home some hardware!

10/03/2024

🎃 The Zone Halloween Bench Bash presented by MST Powerlifting is halfway full! 🎃

MST Powerlifting is excited to announce that spots are filling fast for our spooktacular bench-only powerlifting meet on November 2nd at The Zone Virden. If you haven’t signed up yet, don't wait—registration ends on October 21st!

🧛‍♂️ Event Details:

Bench Only Powerlifting Meet $10
Bodyweight Bench Press Reps Challenge $10
Both for $20
Costumes Encouraged!

With only 30 spots available and half already claimed, now’s your chance to join in on the fun and compete for MST Powerlifting Bench Only Records! Plus, the Male and Female Best Lifters will earn 50% off their entry to the 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive.

Sign up today and get ready to lift some serious weight in your best Halloween costume! 🎃🏋️‍♂️

09/06/2024

🔥 *NEW CLASS ALERT @ D&D Fitness and Tanning* 🔥
**BEND THE BAR with BLAKE** 💪

Join me for an action-packed, high-energy workout that’s designed to get you lifting and sweating! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to lifting, my barbell and dumbbell workout will push you to your limits and help you crush your fitness goals.

🗓 Wednesdays starting 9/9/2024
⏰ 12-12:30PM
📍 D&D Fitness

Come ready to sweat, lift, and challenge yourself! Let’s Bend the Bar together—see you there! 👊

*Though we will use barbells and powerlifting moments, this is not a powerlifting class.*

09/03/2024

Hey everyone! 👋

Whether you're new to powerlifting or just need a refresher, I’ve put together a video that covers the essentials. From proper form to what’s expected at a meet, this video is designed to help you get the most out of your training. Click the link to check it out!

At McCormick Strength Training, we're committed to helping you reach your goals, whether you're stepping onto the platform for the first time or refining your skills.

The 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive registration is already over half full, so make sure to get your registration in soon!

Feel free to watch, share, and reach out if you have any questions! 💪

Welcome to McCormick Strength Training’s guide to powerlifting competitions! 🏋️‍♂️ Whether you’re a first-time competitor or just curious about the sport, t...

09/02/2024

Wishing everyone a strong and restful Labor Day from McCormick Strength Training—celebrate your hard work with a well-deserved break!

08/30/2024

To all my past, present, and future personal training clients,

I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for each of you. The journey towards better health and fitness is never easy, and choosing to embark on that path with a personal trainer requires a great deal of trust. I am truly honored that you have placed that trust in me.

Your hard work, dedication, and unwavering support inspire me every day. It’s because of you that I get to do what I love—train and help people become the best versions of themselves. Whether we've been working together for years, just started, or are about to begin this journey, please know that I appreciate every step you take.

Thank you for believing in the process, in me, and most importantly, in yourselves. I’m excited to continue supporting you in reaching your goals and celebrating your successes, big and small.

Here's to your continued progress and the amazing things we’ll achieve together!

08/26/2024

🎄 The 4th Annual 2024 MST Powerlifting Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive is just around the corner, and this year’s event is shaping up to be our biggest and best yet! 🎅

Mark your calendars for December 7th, 2024, and get ready to head to the Demuzio Sports Center in Carlinville, Illinois, for the largest powerlifting meet of the year. This is the premier event in our powerlifting community, and for the past two years, it’s sold out fast—so don’t miss your chance to compete! Scan the QR code in the picture or follow this link: https://forms.gle/3J7WyYp7Kt2C6rF76 to register now and secure your spot before it’s too late.

But this event is about more than just lifting. It’s about lifting up our community. That’s why we’re excited to announce that our annual Toy Drive will kick off on November 1st! You can drop off new, unwrapped toys at our donation centers at D&D Fitness and Tanning in Carlinville and The Zone Virden in Virden, with more locations to be announced soon. Last year, thanks to your incredible generosity, we collected over 1,000 toys for local children in need. This year, we’re setting an even bigger goal—1,250 donations—to ensure every child in our community has a gift to open on Christmas morning. Donations are also accepted and encouraged on Meet Day.

Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just coming out to support, this event is an opportunity to come together, showcase our strength, and spread holiday cheer. Let’s make this year’s Christmas Classic the most memorable one yet—both on the platform and in the hearts of the children we help.

Don’t wait—register now, start gathering those toys, and get ready to be part of something truly special! 💪🎁

08/08/2024

🏋️‍♂️ Incredible News from our 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet 🏋️‍♀️

We are thrilled to announce that 23 MST Powerlifting records were shattered at this competition! Congratulations to all the athletes who pushed their limits and made history.

Are you prepared to earn your MST Powerlifting record? Make sure to sign up for our next competition, the 4th Annual 2024 Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet and Toy Drive, coming December 7th! DM us now for early registration.

08/07/2024

The final results are in for the 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet!🏆

Congratulations to all of our amazing athletes.🤝

08/06/2024

President Lincoln and I were proud to award some of the strongest lifters in the land at the 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet!

Please feel free to tag, share and comment any of your photos or videos from meet day, we would love to see them!📸

08/05/2024

Proud to be featured in The Journal-News!

The 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet was a massive hit!

The front page of your Journal-News for Monday, August 5.

08/04/2024

🎉 A Huge Thank You! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet was an incredible success! 💪🏋️‍♂️

A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who participated, volunteered, sponsored and supported this event. A special thank you to Raise The Bar and Boss Hawg Strength Training ! Your dedication and enthusiasm made it an unforgettable experience for all. We are especially proud to announce that we were able to make a generous donation to the Hillsboro Auxiliary Police Department. 🚓❤️

Your support helps us continue to strengthen our community, both on and off the platform. Let's keep lifting each other up!

Stay strong and see you at the next meet! Sign-ups for the 4th annual 2024 MST Christmas Classic Powerlifting Meet & Toy Drive will be opening soon...🎅 💪✨

08/03/2024

Make sure to come see some big lifts on the platform tomorrow 2024 MST Powerlifting 1st Annual Old Settlers Raise The Bar Powerlifting Meet at the Hillsboro Courthouse Stage at 10 am!🏋️‍♀️🏋️

Free to all spectators!🎟️