The Lyft Club

29/01/2026

08/01/2026

Steal one of our favorite leg day routines.

This workout is fully adjustable to suit all fitness levels. Beginners can start with just the bar and their bodyweight to learn proper form and build confidence. As strength improves, weight can be gradually added to increase muscle load and challenge the body safely.

Use our TLC Barbell Pad to help with hip thrusts and split squats.

08/01/2026

We love a matchy matchy moment, our OG Mawhero barbell pad getting us through our set of barbell hip thrusts.

🔗 In bio to buuuuy

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07/01/2026

TLC Barbell Pad

Comfort meets performance for your barbell lifts.
TLC Barbell Pad cushions your hips, shoulders and neck so you can lift safely, comfortably, and with confidence. Beginner-friendly, durable, and made for people who want gym gear that actually works
✨ Protect your hips, shoulders & neck
✨ Train heavier, feel safer
✨ Focus on your form, not the discomfort

Features
✨ Grip dots to reduce slippage on barbell
✨ Hook & Loop Velcro for a secure fit
✨ Carry handle - to carry easily
✨ Cute colours

🛒 Link in bio to buuuuy

06/01/2026

Why barbell pad quality actually matters

Lower-quality barbell pads often:
• Use thin foam that compresses quickly under load
• Move or rotate on the bar, which can affect stability
• Absorb sweat and bacteria, leading to odour over time
• Have weaker closures that loosen during use

A well-designed barbell pad should:
• Use thick, high-density foam to distribute pressure evenly across hips or shoulders
• Stay in place with internal grip features to improve safety
• Be made from wipeable, sweat-resistant materials for hygiene
• Include strong closures that maintain tension during lifts
• Be easy to carry and practical for regular gym use

The result:
More comfort, better positioning, improved confidence during lifts — especially for hip thrusts, squats, and glute work.
Choosing the right barbell pad isn’t about looks — it’s about protection, hygiene, and performance.

Support your body as you learn — link in bio

02/01/2026

🏋🏽‍♀️ Barbell Pads: Why They’re Actually Good For You!

If you hip thrust, squat, or lunge — a barbell pad isn’t just cute. It protects your body and boosts your performance. Here’s why:

✨ Benefits of Barbell Pads
• Reduces bruising & discomfort – thick foam cushions your hips, shoulders, and neck during heavy lifts
• Distributes weight evenly – prevents bar pressure from digging into bones or soft tissue
• Supports proper form – less pain = you can keep your spine aligned and squat deeper safely
• Improves grip & stability – keeps the bar from rolling or slipping during hip thrusts or lunges
• Sweat-resistant & hygienic – easy to wipe clean, so bars stay dry and sanitary
• Encourages consistent training – less pain = more motivation to lift regularly

💖 TLC Barbell Pad vs Generic Pad

TLC Barbell Pad:
• Thick, high-density foam → ultimate comfort + protection
• Non-slip grip dots → stays put, no mid-set adjustments
• Strong velcro → secure every time
• Wipe-clean material → absorbs nothing but sweat-free vibes
• Carry handle + cute colours → convenience + aesthetic

Generic Pad:
• Thin foam → feel the bar & bruise easily
• Slides on the bar → disrupts lifts
• Separate velcro → needs constant adjustment
• Absorbs smells → unhygienic over time
• Cheap because it acts cheap → not built to last

💡 Takeaway:
Casual lifting? Generic pad works.
Frequent/heavy lifting? TLC = comfort, safety, and confidence.
Buy TLC = Supporting small business.

Upgrade your pad → protect your body → lift better 💪✨

30/12/2025

Our OG Mawhero barbell pad

🔗 In bio to buy

29/12/2025

Our OG kikorangi barbell pad

🔗 In bio to buy

29/12/2025

Our OG kikorangi lifting straps.

🔗in bio to buy

27/10/2025

It's been a while since I've been into the gym, I'm back to baby weights but always doing my favorite exercises and I'm always packing my gym gal essentials.

obnoxiously large water bottle
barbell pad
lifting straps
no shoes
& hipthrust box

21/10/2025

He aha to Rongoa?
What is it that brings you peace?

A teeny tiny snippet into my 9-5 mahi, the cool things I get to be apart of and do.

I could do a 20 part series on this topic 😂 but I just wanted to share a tiny bit of the other things I get up to other than being a māmā.

I am still on a massive learning and reclamation journey, I learn new things everyday in my job.

15/10/2025