6 Steps to the Tire Flip for Strongman Training

It goes without saying that good technique for any lift, movement, or exercise is essential for progression and decreasing your risk for injury. For today’s video, we’re going to show you the simplest and most efficient way to flip a tire.

Step 1: Stand slightly back from the tire. (Standing too close can force your back to round before the lift even starts.)

Step 2: Load into the tire with your back straight, your chest against the tire, and your arms wide (and straight) against the face of the tire. (Lifting the tire straight up with your arms bent can put your biceps at risk for injury.)

Step 3: Drive your chest into the face of the tire by trying to run through it.

Step 4: As the end of the tire starts coming up, explode upward by driving one knee into the bottom of the tire.

Step 5: Quickly drive both hands into the bottom of the tire and powerfully push the tire over.

Step 6: Reset your stance and repeat.