#198 John Rivas | 2023 SHW Arnold Classic Champ, ATWR Raw Total
A former powerlifter (took the ATWR raw total—formerly held by Dan Green), John is now dominating in bodybuilding.
#197 Mike Tuchscherer | Reactive Training Systems, Coach of 12 IPF World Record Holders
The founder of Reactive Training Systems, Mike has taught more than 500 athletes and coaches how to make better training decisions.
#196 Dr. Mike Israetel | Renaissance Periodization App, Hypertrophy, Show Prep
Mike Israetel visits elitefts for the second time to talk everything about growth, business, training, the industry, and his current show prep.
#195 Andrew Clayton | Pro Strongman in 2 Classes, First Called Strength and Performance
Andrew became a strongman at the age of 16. It wasn't until 2014 where he became a pro strongman in 2 classes!
#194 Paul Barnett | Anabolic Bodybuilding, Justin Harris
He completely quit the gym and got his big ass back in shape with the help of Justin Harris.
#193 CJ Murphy | Total Performance Sports, TPS Method
An elitefts coach, CJ has been a coach and nutritionist for over 35 years. His gym, Total Performance Sports has been ranked in the top-20, twice!
#192 Dr. Jeremy Girmann | Inertia Medical, Board-Certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician
His practice interests include non-operative orthopedic and sports medicine, musculoskeletal ultrasound, aesthetic medicine, and health optimization.
#191 Chris Janek | Heart Transplant, 2725 Pound Total, Tank's Training Facility
He had a hereditary issue called aortic valve regurgitation that put his lifting and life on pause. What was supposed to be an easy fix led to four open-heart surgeries, then ultimately a heart transplant.
#190 Jordan Syatt | Garyvee Personal Trainer, 4x Bodyweight Deadlift, Syatt Fitness
One of the only people in the world to deadlift 4x his body weight, Jordan is also well-known for his relationship with Gary Vaynerchuk.
#189 Jim Wendler and Jason Pegg | Wendler Warm-up, 1000 Pound Squats, Wounded in Afghanistan, HS Strength Coach
It's time for a Wendler update! Today long-time friend and previous sponsored athlete Jason Pegg joins the table.
#188 Brett Bartholomew | The Art of Coaching
Brett has coached a diverse range of athletes from across 23 sports worldwide, at levels ranging from youth athletes to Olympians.
#187 Danny Grigsby | 1074.5 Pound Deadlift World Record, Active Duty Marine
Danny set the all-time world record raw deadlift of 1074.5 pounds at the 2022 WRPF American Pro—the heaviest deadlift in powerlifting history.
#186 Dr. Adam Hotchkiss | Atlas Optimization, Marek Health Partner, Dave's Telehealth Doctor
Adam has changed his focus to overall human optimization and disease prevention through health coaching. His company Atlas Optimization has partnered with Marek Health.
#185 Dan Pasholk | Owner of Madtown Fitness, The Influence of Rick Boogs, Pete Rubish, and John Haack
He opened Madtown Fitness in 2013 in a small 2400 sq ft warehouse, and through the last decade, has grown it into a cutting-edge 20,000 sq ft facility.
#184 Daniel Tinajero | 4X Mr. Olympia, 1065 Pound Squat, Perfect Storm Hardcore Gym
A master technician, Daniel is a 4x Mr. Olympia powerlifting champion. His best meet performance includes a 1036 squat, 801 bench, and 804 deadlift.
#183 Terrence Ruffin | 2nd Place at Mr. Olympia, Iron Eden
In 2014, he became one of the youngest to receive a Pro Card, winning the NPC Nationals at 21 years old.
#182 Paul Carter | Hypertrophy Development, Building Muscle, Lift Run Bang
Paul's primary focus is muscle physiology, biomechanics, and anatomy research. Let's get HUGE!
#181 Brian Carroll | Back Pain Management
Brian's fourth time on the show, managing back pain is the main topic discussed today.
#180 Alex Bromley | 5th at World's Strongest Man
Looking for principles to abide by when trying to get bigger and stronger? Could you use a long-term structure for your training year?
#179 Samson Dauda | 2023 Arnold Classic 1st Place Men's Open Bodybuilding Champion
Hosstile athlete Samson Dauda took 1st place at the Arnold Classic in Men's Open Bodybuilding this past weekend at the 2023 Arnold Classic!
#178 Ryan Kennelly | 1st 800 Pound Bench, All-Time World Bench Record of 1075 for 12 Years
Ryan was the first man to bench 800 pounds. He held the all-time world bench record of 1075 for over 12 years.
#177 JM Blakley | Bench Press World Records, Bulking Diet, JM Press
Learn how JM is manipulating muscle growth and recovery this trip to elitefts. Plus, have a sticking point in the bench press? You'll want to listen.
#176 Phil Daru | Daru Strong, UFC ELITE Fighters, Timbaland
Daru owns and operates Daru Strong Performance Center, Daru Strong Productions, Daru Strong Digital, and Daru Strong Nutrition. His roster of athletes and clients include UFC elite fighter Dustin Poirier, Timbaland, and many more.
#175 Scott McNally | Think BIG Bodybuilding Media
Scott is the creator behind Think BIG Bodybuilding Media, having brought together some of the best, brightest, and most hardcore minds in the bodybuilding industry.