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
2 Elitefts Monolifts
3 Elitefts Power Racks
2 Elitefts Competition Benches
EliteFTS Combo Rack
3 Sets Of Competition (KG) Plates
Nearly 50 Competition Barbells and Specialty Bars
Dumbbells to 145 lbs
Kettlebells to 97lbs
Pit Shark/Belt Squat
2 Reverse Hypers
2 Glute Ham Raises
Westside Barbell Inverse Curl
Chest Press Machine
Hammer Low Row Machine
Elitefts Chest Supported Row Machine
Hammer Overhead Press Machine
Pec Deck Machine
Leg Press
True Squat/Hack Squat
Hip Thrust Machine
Leg Extension Machine
Seated Leg Curl Machine
Lying Leg Curl Machine
Seated Calf Machine
Prowlers and Sleds
Bands, Chains, Unique Attachments
Multiple Deadlift Platforms
Variety of Free Weight and Cable Machines