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Dave Tate's Table Talk

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Powerlifting
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Strongman
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Fitness Coaching

Are you sick of "fitness influencers," training fads, and crappy advice that barely applies inside the gym or on the field? Then sit down with elitefts CEO Dave Tate as he interviews the strongest & smartest minds across the strength sports community to talk real, hardcore training, business, life, and more. If you're looking for real, applicable information on all things training, join the crew.

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Mike Nelson
Dr. Mike T. Nelson, expert in recovery and performance
Independent researcher/Coach
Episode: #442 You Are Recovering From Training That Didn't Even Happen | Dr. Mike T Nelson
Patrick Maguire
Powerlifter
Full Primal Power
Episode: #441 I Squatted 1,000 lbs, Then My Entire Life Collapsed | Patrick Maguire
Mark Uptegraff
Football strength and conditioning coach, Fordham University
Fordham University
Episode: #439 How 47 Football Players Hit 20+ MPH in One Off-Season | Mark Uptegraff
Jason Brown
Powerlifter/strength coach featured on the show
Jason Brown Training
Episode: #438 Why Powerlifters Die Young (Fix Your Work Capacity) | Jason Brown
Josh Hendrickson
Strongman competitor and gym owner
580 Barbell / 580 Barbell Gym
Episode: #437 I Ignored My Surgeon's Rehab Protocol | Josh Hendrickson
Ben Mayfield-Smith
Coach and athlete, guest on the episode
Matter Athletica
Episode: #436 Why You Should Never Bodybuild | Ben Mayfield-Smith
Chandler Parsons
Powerlifter turned gym owner and coach
Fortified Iron Gym / Backyard Barbell (San Jose) / upcoming Austin location
Episode: #435 Why 90% of Hardcore Gym Owners Fail | Chandler Parsons
Mark Valenti
Strength coach and Highland Games thrower
Blind Dog Strong / StrongFirst
Episode: #434 Why Most Lifters Over 30 Are Destined To Break| Mark Valenti
Anthony Castore
Founder/CEO of Elitefts? (guest on this episode)
EliteFTS
Episode: #433 Stop Buying Biohacks Until You Fix Your Training | Anthony Castore

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Dave Tate
Host with Elite FTS leadership; recognized for strength training expertise and business leadership.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 734 ratings
  • Elitefts lifted and pushes the standard

    Dave Tate and the elitefts crew have invested so much in improving strength education and culture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Withering Mike
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great episode

    Thanks for this great episode Paul is full of great knowledge about hypertrophy and is working with Chris Beardsley I’ve learned a lot over time thanks again 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yyggggddv
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Episode with Janae

    What an absolutely beautiful episode with Janae Marie Kroc. The honesty, the friendship, the transparency, the laughter, the humanity and the insights - all of it was so informative and will stick with me for a long time. Bravo to both guest and host for such an authentic, supportive and thoughtful conversation. ❤️✨🌈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malmad
    Canada2 years ago
  • Needs some polish

    Love the interview but good Lord Dave needs to get his septum fixed or something because he sniffles every 5 seconds during a 3 hour interview and it's so distracting. Also the ad placement is completely unhinged, just hire and pay a producer to smooth things out and you got a great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dr Flippy Nips
    United States2 years ago
  • The birds

    Gotta put those birds in the closet

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sonhouse
    United States2 years ago

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#441 I Squatted 1,000 lbs, Then My Entire Life Collapsed | Patrick Maguire
Q: How do you pick the weights during the off-season when you're still trying to peak for meets later in the year?
He emphasizes using historical data and autoregulation, focusing on reps and reserves rather than rigid percentages, and adjusting based on how the body feels while maintaining hard stimulus and progression.
#439 How 47 Football Players Hit 20+ MPH in One Off-Season | Mark Uptegraff
Q: How did you approach internships and mentorship early in your career?
Internships require hard work and mentorship; you owe your development to those who invest in you, and you should take ownership of your own growth while leveraging mentors for guidance.
#438 Why Powerlifters Die Young (Fix Your Work Capacity) | Jason Brown
Q: What is the practical difference between concurrent and conjugate training?
Concurrent training refers to training multiple fitness qualities in a way that can happen across a week, whereas conjugate training organizes these qualities into specific methods (max effort, dynamic effort, GPP) and emphasizes rotating exercises and structural blocks to manage fatigue and progression.
#437 I Ignored My Surgeon's Rehab Protocol | Josh Hendrickson
Q: I got a question for you.
They discuss different rehab paths, how soon you can start training, and the balance between following medical protocols and pushing to train around injuries.
#428 Stop Training Athletes Like They're Good at Lifting | Lucas White
Q: How did Lucas White describe the early atmosphere and learning environment in college strength and conditioning programs?
He described it as incredibly intense and immersive, with learning happening on the fly, long hours, and a steep learning curve that requires humility, adaptability, and a willingness to volunteer and prove oneself.

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A hard-hitting, practitioner-focused show that brings together elite coaches, athletes, and industry professionals to discuss real-world training, coaching philosophy, business strategy, and lifecycle considerations in strength sports. Episodes cover blunt takes on programming approaches (conjugate vs. traditional periodization), athlete development, gym operations, and practical recovery, nutrition, and health topics. A standout trait is the long-form, no-nonsense conversations that blend technical detail with storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways and candid industry perspectives. Notable is the recurring emphasis on longevity, ethical coaching, and building sustainable careers beyond competitive peak... more

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1. Mike Nelson
2. Patrick Maguire
3. Mark Uptegraff
4. Jason Brown
5. Josh Hendrickson
6. Ben Mayfield-Smith
7. Chandler Parsons
8. Mark Valenti

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