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LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #26 with Nate Harvey
Dave Tate and Nate Harvey, die-hard supporters of the conjugate method, sit down on this Table Talk Podcast episode.
4 Max Effort Method Principles to Master
In my opinion, conjugate is one of, if not, the best training systems — when employed properly. If it isn't working, don't disregard the system; instead, check your application.
Pushed by Pain, Pulled by Purpose
I hope my story encourages you to realize that your past does not hold you back, no matter the story. There is always a way to use negative experiences for good and help others. It is also at that point you are no longer pushed by pain, but otherwise, pulled by purpose.
Listen and Learn: How I'm Developing My Staff
When you sit and yammer at people, like most of us do in our leadership developments, we aren’t developing leaders… We’re gaining followers. Be quiet and listen to others' ideas and examples and learn from them, just as they'll learn from you.
Why You Should Never Box Squat Your Athletes
You know, we hear coaches complain about their athletes' excuses... but let me tell you, coaches can be just as bad. Case in point: The excuses coaches make for not making their kids do box squats.
Brainstorm: Was "Back in the day" Really That Good?
If so, were the early-day strength athletes stronger, faster, and more powerful than present-day competitors? Studies about nostalgia suggest the answers to these questions root in nostalgic accounts from both positive and negative emotions.
4 Mistakes Fallen Leaders Are Prone To
Wealth, power, and fame. Some might say those are inherently negative characteristics. I, however, believe the way those characteristics are wielded determines whether they are good or bad.
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast Clip — Justin Harris Explains Carb Cycling
Carb cycling: A fancy phrase for rotating calories. Nutritionist Justin Harris breaks down why you should be carb cycling and why it works in simple terms.
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #25 with Casey Williams
Dave Tate's bringing yet another amazing athlete to the table... Talk Podcast! (See what we did there?) This time, it's elitefts athlete Casey Williams.
Competition Report: Brute Strength Gym’s Spartacus Strongman
This competition was preceded by my dad's unexpected death, a delay in his death certificate, and burying him the Monday before my wedding. It's been a tough year, and my training and diet reflected that. Still, I did pretty well all things considered.
Stirring the Pot, Volume 1
I've been told I do a good job of being a heretic of the strength and conditioning coach profession, so I might as well keep it up and stir the pot with some of my hot takes on sumo deadlifts, box squatting, and more.
WATCH: Matt Rhodes Gives Advice to Young Coaches
A few pro tips from Coach Matt Rhodes: Not everything you learn in a book can be applied to strength and conditioning. Open your mind to new ideas and influences, and learn how your mentor wants things down.