PLATESLAM: The Complete Guide

PLATESLAM began as a humble online event in 2021, and has become the She's A Beast yearly community celebration of gains, derring-do, pluck, and bravery in the face of whatever frightens you a teeny but. It’s still a humble online event, though I like to think it’s grown in reach, influence, gravitas, and most importantly, history.

But first you are probably asking, what is PLATESLAM? Let me tell you about PLATESLAM. PLATESLAM is

• a virtual two-day event taking place December 12-14, 2025 when the greater She's A Beast community will attempt a PR of their individual choice and post it.
• a holiday for celebrating gains.

What is a PR?

A PR is a "personal record," sometimes also known as a "personal best." You want larger words? OK: A PR is a notable feat of strength, wherewithal, integrity, or character, relative to you.

How do I PLATESLAM? Do I have to "one rep max" for this?

No! Not everyone’s program accommodates maxing at the same time. Thus, PLATESLAM achievements are open ended; if you consider it a PR, I probably do, too. One rep maxes, rep PRs, form PRs, AMRAPs, circumstantial PRs (e.g. you haven’t lifted in two years, but are lifting today), doing some lift for the first time ever… as long as you care to make the list, I will nod sagely in approval.

During PLATESLAM, we celebrate creative interpretation. Squatting your husband? Upside-down rows hanging from a barbell? Sandbag toss of the 60lb bag of dog food? Overhead press a chair in roller skates? Oh my god, please be careful, but you can do whatever you want.

Here’s what you do:

• Do your PR.
• Film it.
• Post it wherever you like (though the main venue is the Liftcord).

That’s it!

Why should I PLATESLAM?

Challenging yourself is important in lifting. However, most official opportunities to challenge yourself with strength training are "meets" of various kinds, which have a lot of rules and can be expensive.

I don't want to do a whole meet or restrict us to the narrow concept of "one-rep max as the only PR type worthy of focus and celebration." But I DO want to share, as well as absorb, some good "achievement" energy.

So we are just doing gym PRs, but like, when gym bros gather around one guy benching and they all yell together?

Yes, yes we are.

Is PLATESLAM right for me?

Anyone can participate! This is supposed to be fun.

Tell your friends!

Why is it three days long?

Some people might not be programmed to work out on any given single day, but three days should cover most of us.

Are there any rules at all?

Be safe, and first do no harm. If your PR involves other beings, please obtain their consent first.