Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training (THIRST) is home to one of Indiana’s premiere strength and conditioning facilities. THIRST has it’s roots in powerlifting from owner, Brandon Smitley. Brandon is an all-time world record holder, is a sponsored lifter with Elitefts, and has won some of the biggest powerlifting meets in the country.
THIRST provides and atmosphere and training facility that can meet the needs for all competitive powerlifters of all levels. We help with programming and training, coaching, assistance and competitions and meets, and even host meets once to twice a year.
At THIRST you won’t only find the team atmosphere positive and helpful in your success as a strength athlete, but also world class equipment and knowledge provided from Elitefts. To join the gym, visit our membership page to learn more about how to join and see the best progress for your training.
Equipment Found At THIRST
Elitefts Monolift
3 Elitefts Power Racks
2 Elitefts Competition Benches
Elitefts Cometition Combo Rack
Calibrated Powerlifting Plates
Nearly 50 Competition Barbells and Specialty Bars
Dumbbells to 145’s
KB’s to 100’s
Pit Shark
2 Reverse Hypers
2 Glute Ham Raises
Westside Barbell Inverse Curl
Sissy Squat
45 Degree Back Extension
Prowlers and Sleds
Bands and Chains
Multiple Deadlift Platforms
Variety of Free Weight and Cable Machines