Greatness is Earned in the Trenches tank top in Black: a loaded barbell lying in a war trench

Greatness is Earned in the Trenches - on Black tank top

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30,000+ tees sold since 2013
  • Designed by a powerlifter
  • 100% ring-spun cotton
  • Printed in Tennessee
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  • Printed to order in Tennessee. Ships in 7–10 business days (after the payment clears). Tracking is emailed when it leaves.

Forged in the trenches.

The Greatness Is Earned In The Trenches tank depicts a loaded barbell lying in a war trench, skull resting beside it, smoke and barbed wire in the background. This is where champions are made, in the dirt and grind where nobody's watching.

Brand: Conquering Barbell (conqueringbarbell.co)
Design: Barbell in war trench with skull, barbed wire, smoke, "Greatness Is Earned In The Trenches" text on back
Color: Black, Maroon, Red, or Military Green
Fit: Unisex athletic tank

Why lifters love it

  • Trench warfare: Greatness isn't won on highlight reels, it's earned in the grind nobody sees.
  • Blue collar mentality: For lifters who know real strength is built through unglamorous, relentless work.
  • War imagery: The trenches represent the daily battle against weakness, doubt, and mediocrity.
  • No shortcuts: In the trenches, there's nowhere to hide. You earn every inch.

Best for
Powerlifting, grinding through adversity, blue collar lifters, meet prep, and gym wear.

We print on standard unisex athletic tanks. If you fall between two sizes, we recommend buying the larger one. See the sizing chart for more info.

Printed on 100% ring-spun cotton tanks. Soft and durable for training. Designed and Printed in the U.S.A.

Every order is printed after you place it. Tees, tanks and hoodies ship in 7–10 business days (after the payment clears). Flags ship in 10–14 business days (after the payment clears). Weekends and holidays don’t count.

Priority Mail shows at checkout when your order’s weight qualifies. It speeds up delivery, not printing.

To prolong the lifespan of your Conquering Barbell apparel we recommend the following care process.

  • Launder/wash cold with like colors
  • Wash inside out
  • Tumble dry low, or hang dry
  • If desired, steaming can be utilized to remove wrinkles; do not iron.

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The crew, under the bar

Real lifters. Real weight.

Customers training in their Conquering Barbell gear.

  • Rich M. deadlifting in the Brutal Lifts tank

    “The perfect pump cover.”

    The relaxed fit one I got recently is the perfect pump cover/extra layer for me. In Alaska the gym can feel cool at times and I hate being cold when I train. Mississippi boy. I just order 3 more. CB versus erbody

    Rich M.Anchorage, AK

    Wearing Brutal Lifts - on Black tank top

  • Joe C. wearing the Kunoichi relaxed fit tee in 3XL

    “Walks the walk.”

    THE BEST brand on the market hands down. Walks the walk and talks the talk. Amazing art work and design too. Fits perfectly and just like the guy above saying they abuse the shirts in the gym, same lol.

    Joe C.Bon Aqua, TN

    Wearing Kunoichi - Female Ninja - Relaxed Fit tee, 3XL

  • Bear wearing the Drop the World relaxed fit tee in 4XL, back print

    “The details are amazing.”

    Another amazing print! The details are amazing, the shirt fits great. Love the quality of work and detail.

    Bear

    Wearing Drop the World - Relaxed Fit tee, 4XL

Greatness is Earned in the Trenches tank top in Black: a loaded barbell lying in a war trench

The tank

Built to train in.

A sleeveless cut that keeps your shoulders free from warm-up to the last set.

  • Ring-spun cotton.

    Soft from the first wear and made for the wear and tear of training.

  • Sleeveless cut.

    Nothing in the way of your range of motion.

  • Printed to order in Tennessee.

    Every tank is printed in-house. No middlemen, no mass production.

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A little help with the fit

Find your fit. Then chase the PR.

Like it snug on the arms? Room to breathe under the bar? Start with a shirt you already love.

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    Measure straight across, armpit to armpit. That's the chest width.

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    Compare with our garment measurements, or let Find my size do the math.

Returns & exchanges
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The 30-day promise

Love it, or we’ll make it right.

  • Doesn’t fit?

    Send it back unworn within 30 days of purchase and I’ll print your new size.

  • Not what you expected?

    Return it unworn within 30 days of purchase.

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Before you load the bar

A few good questions.

Still deciding? Email support@conqueringbarbell.co.

True to size, in an athletic unisex cut. Carrying a big back or between sizes? Go one up. Find my size gives you a starting point.

Every piece is printed after you order. Tees, tanks and hoodies ship in 7–10 business days (after the payment clears). Flags take 10–14 (after the payment clears). Tracking is emailed when it leaves.

Free in the U.S. on orders over $75. (Under $75, shipping is calculated at checkout)

International shipping cost is calculated at checkout.

Return or exchange it unworn within 30 days of purchase. Details are on the Returns and exchanges page.

Cold wash, inside out, with like colors. Tumble dry low or hang dry. Don’t iron the print.

Yes. International rates show at checkout.

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Worn by lifters.

Real photos and real words from people who train in it.

  • 30,000+ tees sold
  • 54.8K on Instagram
  • Printing since 2013

In their words

  • “No issues with length.”

    Ordered the akuma XXL tank. Came out great. I’m 6,5 with a long torso and there weren’t any issues with length. Seller was responsive to my messages too.

    Blake L.Jacksonville, FL

  • “Perfect for your gym sessions!”

    T-shirts came as expected and described. Quality of material is soft and durable, perfect for your gym sessions!
    I had to reach out to customer service and have received quick responses each time.
    Great experience!

    DBOI

  • “Amazing Work and Quality!”

    Amazing Work and Quality!. A company that makes you feel like you got a Bang for your buck. A company that’s very professional and doesn’t make you feel like you got robbed. Will continue Ordering amazing items from this Company. They are just what the gym community needed!, something new, fresh and top and good quality!. Awesome job guys!. Love the creativity…..

    JJ D.

  • “The fit makes you look jacked.”

    I ordered a shirt from Conquering Barbell, and the quality is fantastic! The fit makes you look jacked, and the fabric is super comfortable. I had a shipping problem (not their fault), and Audie took care of me right away. I will for sure be ordering again!!!

    Sean B.

  • “Quality Product.”

    Excellent communication from the seller, the product shipped really quickly and were perfect. You can tell they take their time making the shirts because the logos were centered and exactly as pictured. Will be a great addition to anyone’s gym fit.

    Barry N.

  • “I love every single one of them.”

    I want to start by saying that Audie is awesome with great customer service. I love the quality of the prints and the shirts. I’ve purchased literally a total 35 t-shirts and 1 hoodie from Conquering Barbell (multiple separate orders), and I love every single one of them, no issues whatsoever. People don’t understand that as a 1-man operation taking care of everything it may take a little longer than usual, but definitely the wait is worth it. Love your brand and it’s definitely my #1 choice when buying t-shirts inspired by powerlifting. For sure WILL continue supporting this brand 🔥

    Carlos F.

  • “Shirt fits perfect.”

    Amazing service, shirt fits perfect. Good shirt to work out in doesn’t give at all. Stays form fitting.

    Bernieishere

  • “Great flags.”

    Great flags that give my garage gym a cool atmosphere. High quality shirts that are comfy and look great

    Chip

  • “Shirt came and was perfect.”

    Emailed them with questions. Audie got back to me asap. He answered all my questions and let me pick a different color that he didn’t have listed. Super appreciative of the customer service. Shirt came and was perfect. Can’t wait to wear it at the gym! High quality everything with this company!

    Michael S.

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One-man operation

Designed, printed and packed by a lifter.

I’m Audie. I compete in powerlifting, and I’ve run Conquering Barbell out of Tennessee since 2013. I design it, print it and ship it. Every shirt is printed in-house after you order. No print farm, no middlemen. If something’s wrong with your order, you’re emailing the guy who made it.

The bar bends. You don’t.

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