Control the Mob, Control the Market
Far too many coaches are putting the cart before the horse. They are fixated on personal branding, chasing clout, and racking up followers. Sound like you?
#334 Michael Greeno | The Past, Present, and Future of Powerlifting
He’s more than a walking track suit at pro meets…
Advanced Protocol for Injury Rehab
Have you ever wondered how elite athletes can get back to training days after an injury or compete six to eight weeks later?
Bro-Epistemology of Science
Bro-Science is more than informal gym wisdom. It plays a crucial role in the evolution of strength training.
#333 Ryan Rhodes | Is Strongman the Next WWE?
In the world of entertainment, Strongman has the potential to air live in every living room across America. Here’s how.
The Powerlifting Pond
Do you remain a big fish in a little pond or venture out of your comfort zone and into bigger meets?
A Fresh Look at French Contrast Method Variations
Design strength and power programs targeting both hypertrophy and metabolic goals. Includes comprehensive lower and upper body workouts, plyometrics, and a 3-week progressive cycle.
#332 Dave Lee | The Mental Effects of Testosterone No One Talks About
This conversation isn’t just about testosterone—it’s about reclaiming control, building resilience, and understanding the architecture of our brains.
#331 Alexander Bromley | How To Work Out Smarter
Alex returns to the platform after a break as a new dad. Learn how to stay flexible and pivot when life changes as it inevitably will.
The Basics Work Until They Don't
While the basics of strength training like squats and deadlifts are important, they aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Read more on why the basics work until they don’t.
#330 Menno Henselmans | If You're Not Building Strength, This is Why
Swearing and caffeine MAY help. Listen now!
12-Week SS Yoke Bar Squat Program to Boost Your Deadlift
Who knew SS Yoke Bar Squats carry over to deadlift PRs. Try this 12-week program NOW to BOOST your deadlift!
#329 Crew Members | Burnout, Injuries, and PEDs— The Darkside of Strengt...
It’s not all butterflies and waterfalls. Welcome to the dark side of powerlifting!
The Biggest Weaknesses in Your Overhead Press
Address your weak points: upper back, scapula mobility, and core strength. Read more!
#328 Olivia and Paul Oneid | The Mindset of Champions: Powerlifting, Bod...
As competitors, coaches, and business owners, this power couple hold the mindset of champions. Learn more!
Skip's Favorite Exercise For Each Muscle Group
These exercises destroy the targeted muscle (for me), and at the same time, there is not a significant risk of vulnerability.
What Causes and How Do We Manage Injury Risk?
There is a natural risk when you push your body to its limits in strength training. While load management, sleep, and genetics all weigh in on injury risk, these strategies will help mitigate those risks so you can stay happy lifting.
#327 Nick Forte | The Road to 2200
Listen how Nick manages his life as a father, husband, and Corrections Officer while on the road to a 2200 total.
3 Single-Leg Exercises with the Core Blaster
Dust off that core blaster or landmine in the corner of your gym and try these leg exercises.
#326 Mike Israetel | How To Actually Build Explosive Strength and Muscle...
All you should want is to be good at playing the fluid game that is your sport…doing the thing.
Athletic Training for Strongman
Strongman competitions require strength and speed. Sprint, jump, and throw to enhance your performance and prevent injury.
#325 Paul Gagné | The One Thing Every Powerlifter Overlooks (It's a...
As an athlete, when you modify posture, it has a direct effect to your power output. Here’s what to do!
The Applications of Muscle Failure
Here’s how to use muscle failure properly to build muscle without overloading your central nervous system or risking injury.
Why You Should Adjust Your Program Based on Height
Learn how shorter and taller athletes should tweak their volume for optimal performance using Prilepin’s chart.
My First 500 Pound Squat Cycle
This is the exact training cycle I used in the mid-80s to squat my first 500 pounds.
#324 Chase Irons | How You Actually Need To Train and Eat To Maximize Mu...
The most honest enhanced bodybuilder sits down with Dave and shares how to maximize muscle growth. Christmas came early!
How My Wife Ruined Muscle Beach
After forty years as a bodybuilder, Skip finally made it to the iconic Muscle Beach. His experience was anything but epic…
#323 Varsity House Founders | Financial Mastery in Gym Ownership
Learn these gym business scaling secrets NOW!
The Force Continuum Overlap
A unique approach to prescribe percentage-based training to achieve specific training adaptation (thank you Louie Simmons and Charles Poliquin).
#322 Dawson Windham | Planet Fitness to Elite Powerlifter
Dawson shares how ALL of his struggles prepared him to dominate the sport. Listen now!
#321 Dr. Spencer Nadolsky | Real Talk on Obesity
Dave and Spencer talk about everything related to obesity. Fun Fact: You’re likely obese.
#320 Nancy Johnson | Marine to Pro Strongman
Listen to how Nancy was led to Strongman. Oh, how the quest for strength leads to greatness!
5 Lessons on Happiness, Fulfillment, and Living a Badass Life
Life’s a trip. Through loss comes glory. Can you relate? If in a tough spot, read this!
#319 Paul Leonard: Beating Mike O'Hearn
Paul Leonard is on Dave Tate’s Table Talk podcast! Listen to his lifting journey (along with the story of beating Mike O’Hearn in competition).
How to Master the Art of Thanksgiving Eating
Although so many lifters seem to think a great bloat just magically appears after the big meal on Thanksgiving, there is an art to it. Here’s what you need to know.
The Benefits of Isometric Training for Maximal Performance and Joint Health
Improve your maximal performance while reducing inflammation and tendon pain with isometric training.
#318 Pak | Research-Driven Training
Find out how his research supports maximizing gains with minimal effort.
Cornerstone Principles of Strength
It’s better to learn to fish than receive a fish. This guide will help coaches and lifters avoid common mistakes and build a solid foundation for long-term progress.
#317 Heidi Howar | From Compound Fracture to World Records
Heidi has trained under some of the strongest coaches in the sport, including Louie Simmons. Listen how she’s transitioning to RAW.
#316 Tanner Tattered | The Dark Side of Steroids
Bridging the gap between generations, he simplifies advice from mentors for a younger audience while promoting safer alternatives.
Will Equipped Powerlifting Rise Again?
Lifters’ longevity in the sport may ultimately dictate which division becomes the most popular.
#315 Dane Miller | Programming Tenets for ALL Athletes
Whether you coach top-tier athletes or beginners, you’ll be able to take something away from this podcast to improve your approach.
#314 Dr. Dwyane Johnson | Aging Without Strength Loss
Do the thing you love the most for a really long time. Dr Dwyane sifts through sophisticated science to create practical application.
8 Weeks to a Stronger Overhead Press
An overhead press is going to take work and every five-pound PR is going to be earned the hard way.
#313 Brandon Morgan | Unlocking Strength and Injury Prevention
Brandon specializes in coaching individuals with hypertrophy goals, powerlifters, and MMA athletes.
Design Your Olympic Weightlifting Program
Here are the key rules to setting up your Olympic weightlifting program. Included are some sample programs.
#312 Matt Wenning | Criticisms of Conjugate + Back Pain Solutions
Undecided on adopting the principles of conjugate? Let’s weave through the pros and cons of it as Matt weighs in.
The Joy of Programming
Discover why understanding the “why” behind workouts matters, how to blend classic and modern techniques, and what it takes to tailor programs for athletes, especially rugby players.
5 Equipment Must-Haves to Train Anywhere
As a novice or pro, these pieces of equipment should always be at your disposal.
#311 Ben Mayfield-Smith | Athlete Psychology
Ben aims to bridge the gap between athlete and coach, offering unique insights into sports psychology and performance.
Why Speed Work for Bench Press Isn’t Forever
Key words: bench press and forever. It took Nate 15 years of speed work to come to this conclusion.
How To Train for Selection
Train for selection with this how-to guide with strategies ranging from aerobic capacity to calisthenics.
#309 Swede Burns | Foundations of Hypertrophy
Swede’s back and excited to share with you his new Foundations series on hypertrophy.
The First 700-Pound Bench Press at Westside Barbell
Kenny Patterson shares his intense training to his historic event of being the first to bench press 700 pounds representing Westside Barbell.
