In this 295th episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, AJ Roberts joins us. Welcome back, AJ! 

AJ Roberts grew up in Southampton, England, and moved to the United States to pursue a college basketball scholarship when he was 16. He attended the University of Idaho, where he volunteered in the weight room and began training and competing in powerlifting with all-time squat record holder Brent Mikesell. 

These experiences eventually led AJ to move to Columbus, Ohio, to train at Westside full-time. His best-equipped total to date is a 2855-pound total with a 1205 squat, 910 bench, and 815 deadlift.

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In a three-decade Strength & Conditioning career, Dave 'Under The Bar' Tate dedicated 40,000+ hours to training and consulting. Beyond the gym, he's a prolific speaker, authoring 20 books and contributing 2000+ articles to magazines and esteemed websites.

As a powerhouse powerlifter (1983-2004), Dave achieved elite rankings. Beyond professional success, he shares life with Traci Arnold-Tate, elitefts co-founder, in London, Ohio, raising their two sons.

Dave's community commitment shines in his credo: Live, Learn, Pass on™ – a legacy of knowledge and inspiration shared with the strength and conditioning world.

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A telehealth platform specializing in hormone optimization and preventative medicine. Offers self-service labs and guided optimization with competitive pricing. 

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Visit Marek Health today!

LMNT

A zero-sugar, naturally-formulated electrolyte drink mix suited for athletes and those on hydration-focused diets. 

Receive a free 8-flavor sample pack with any purchase!

RP Hypertrophy App

An advanced training app designed for maximum muscle growth. Early access pricing starts at $24.99. 

Visit the provided link for more details and discounts.

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Invest in better sleep and improved life quality with Chilipad’s bed cooling systems and mattress toppers. 

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