#138 Mike Hedlesky | 13X Arnold Classic, 10X IPF, Gold Medalist
#138 Mike Hedlesky | 13X Arnold Classic, 10X IPF, Gold Medalist

Mike Hedlesky takes a seat in this 138th episode of Dave Tate’s Table Talk.

Just an Old Guy Fighting for Cool
Just an Old Guy Fighting for Cool

I went to the Arnold this year, and though I have berated guys in the bodybuilding industry for a very long time about how they dress, I wasn’t about to show up looking like my friend, who was the valedictorian of our high school graduating class, wearing 25-year-old Levi jeans, white New Balance tennis shoes…

We Need to Talk About Arnold Schwarzenegger's Inhuman Confidence
We Need to Talk About Arnold Schwarzenegger's Inhuman Confidence
No mortal human could possibly exert this much self-confidence... But apparently, Arnold Schwarzenegger can, and all he has to do is wear a T-shirt with his image printed on it.
XPC 2018 — Julia Sets Three PRs
XPC 2018 — Julia Sets Three PRs
Julia Ladewski provides us pre-competition insight, her mentality during a meet and what it means to represent elitefts under the bar. Check out her XPC 2018 results.
2017 Arnold Amateur Championships — Results Release, Scorecards and Photos
2017 Arnold Amateur Championships — Results Release, Scorecards and Photos
Attached are the results release, scorecards and overall winner photos for the 11th Annual Arnold Amateur Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure, Bikini and Physique Championships.
WATCH: XPC 21 Deadlift Salute — Team elitefts Results
WATCH: XPC 21 Deadlift Salute — Team elitefts Results
Make some noise Columbus!
2017 XPC Finals — Team elitefts Results
2017 XPC Finals — Team elitefts Results
Man, Kirschen would have looked real bad if he didn't lock out this deadlift.
Entertainment at the Arnold: B-I-N-G-O
Entertainment at the Arnold: B-I-N-G-O

If you go to the Arnold every year just because of tradition – we can provide you some entertainment. If this is going to be your first time, this will prepare you for what you will see.

Arnold Classic Weekend — Win A Chance to Train at elitefts
Arnold Classic Weekend — Win A Chance to Train at elitefts

No purchase necessary. Raffle begins TONIGHT!

2017 Arnold Sports Festival Event Announcement
2017 Arnold Sports Festival Event Announcement
Mark your calendars!
To Redemption: UPA Old School Iron Gym Summer Showdown
To Redemption: UPA Old School Iron Gym Summer Showdown

I hated that I fell short of my goal at the XPCs…90 pounds short to be exact. Each and every pound I left on the platform back in March is what fueled my training for my off-season and meet preparation.

Juarez Valley 8 Deadlift Workout
Juarez Valley 8 Deadlift Workout

You’ve probably heard of ascending or descending pyramid methods. The Jaurez Valley 8 is different. It’s a valley that is as brutal as it is effective.

2016 XPCs: Team elitefts Bench Results
2016 XPCs: Team elitefts Bench Results
Bench is over. Deadlifts for the final four hours.
2016 XPCs: Team elitefts Squat Results
2016 XPCs: Team elitefts Squat Results
Squats are complete! Moving onto the bench at 2:00 PM.
2016 Arnold Classic 212: John Meadows Prejudging Routine and Final Results
2016 Arnold Classic 212: John Meadows Prejudging Routine and Final Results
In a stacked 212 division at the 2016 Arnold Classic, John placed ninth amongst nine competitors. Watch John's individual posing routine performed at the 2016 Arnold Classic 212 and listen to IFBB pro Ken Jackson (friend and client of John's) share his thoughts on John's conditioning and stage placement minutes after prejudging.  Official Final Results Scorecard 
Arnold Bingo is Back — 2016 Hashtag Contest
Arnold Bingo is Back — 2016 Hashtag Contest

Here’s your chance to win a $100 gift card while you scope out the freaks of the expo.

WATCH: Team elitefts Trains for The 2016 Arnold/XPC Finals
WATCH: Team elitefts Trains for The 2016 Arnold/XPC Finals

With only four weeks to go, our athletes are getting serious (and animated) in the S4 Compound.

Third Time’s a Charm or Three Strikes You're Out?
Third Time’s a Charm or Three Strikes You're Out?

After two heart surgeries, I was starting to recover. I was making progress. That’s when my cardiologist called with more bad news.

Lexen XXX: Qualifying for 2016 Arnold Classic
Lexen XXX: Qualifying for 2016 Arnold Classic
I had one goal going into this meet.
Formerly Paralyzed Woman Now a Bodybuilder
Formerly Paralyzed Woman Now a Bodybuilder
After a horrific car accident, Vanessa Rogers overcame quadriplegia to become an inspirational bodybuilder.
From Living and Lifting to Hardly Living and Hardly Lifting
From Living and Lifting to Hardly Living and Hardly Lifting

Life can throw a lot of obstacles your way — my health issues and hospital stay weren’t part of my lifting plan this year. But, hey, at least I am alive.

Huge Weekend For Strongman: World Records Fall and One Team Rises
Huge Weekend For Strongman: World Records Fall and One Team Rises
500+ pound logs and 1700+ pound deadlifts. You know, typical strongman stuff.
Matt Porter speaks out on the current state of the industry
Matt Porter speaks out on the current state of the industry
"I literally walked away choked up trying to comprehend what is going on in this current era."
XPC Finals Awards Organization-Record Prize Money at 2015 Arnold
XPC Finals Awards Organization-Record Prize Money at 2015 Arnold
The Xtreme Powerlifting Coalition hosted its powerlifting finals at the Arnold for the third consecutive year, this time with $15,000 in prize money.
XPC Finals @ The Arnold Classic - Final Results
XPC Finals @ The Arnold Classic - Final Results
The final results from the 2015 XPC Finals from The Arnold Classic
XPC Finals - Quick Pics From Day 2
XPC Finals - Quick Pics From Day 2
Quick Pics from day 2 of the XPC Finals
WATCH: White Lights, PRs, and an All-Time World Record
WATCH: White Lights, PRs, and an All-Time World Record

Watch XPC footage from Christine Brass, Sheri Whetham, and Brandon Smitley. What’s next for these elitefts athletes?

Arnold Schwarzenegger's Amazing Motivational Story
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Amazing Motivational Story
Will you do whatever it takes to reach your goals?
WATCH: White Lights, PRs, and an All-Time World Record
WATCH: White Lights, PRs, and an All-Time World Record
Watch XPC footage from Christine Brass, Sheri Whetham, and Brandon Smitley. What's next for these elitefts athletes?
Smitley Breaks All Time World Record
Smitley Breaks All Time World Record
VIDEO: Brandon Smitley's ALL TIME World Squat Record of 565 w/ Knee Wraps at 132
XPC Finals: Christine Brass Event Overview
XPC Finals: Christine Brass Event Overview
Christine shares her expectations for the day.
The Largest Sporting Event in the World!
The Largest Sporting Event in the World!
The Arnold Classic Fitness Expos is something everyone should attend at least once.
Branch Warren Obliterates Back
Branch Warren Obliterates Back
Eight minutes of inspiration from the most hardcore bodybuilder still in the game.
Strong(her)™ Video Spotlight on Swedish Figure Competitor
Strong(her)™ Video Spotlight on Swedish Figure Competitor

Watch how Stina Tellhammer approaches the IFBB figure season.

Regrouping after the XPC Finals
Regrouping after the XPC Finals

Is a poor showing on the platform a failure or an opportunity?

Kirschen Triumphant at XPC Finals
Kirschen Triumphant at XPC Finals

In powerlifting, a perfect storm of prep, weigh-in, refeed, and nine-for-nine execution is a rarity. David Kirschen pulled that off at the recent XPC Finals.

How Strong is Kentucky Strong?
How Strong is Kentucky Strong?

What is the stronger state in the USA? How does this play into the Arnold Classic?

Dave Tate Questions Team elitefts
Dave Tate Questions Team elitefts

Reevaluating the future of team elitefts.

2013 XPC: A First Place Finish
2013 XPC: A First Place Finish

Snoring, mounds of dextrose, and baby powder could not keep Mick from giving the 2013 XPC his all.

2013 XPC: Ab Cramps and a Big Total
2013 XPC: Ab Cramps and a Big Total

It feels good to reach a goal total and nab several PRs in the process.

Reno Hardcore: Champions of Sport and Life
Reno Hardcore: Champions of Sport and Life

Many strength athletes are way more than just big strong muscle heads.

Scott Yard: Leading up to the Arnold
Scott Yard: Leading up to the Arnold

Will you be at the Arnold, or are you coming to the meet?

Have you seen this?
Have you seen this?

If you’re looking for some entertainment, there may be a traveling side-show headed your way.

Training Is Only Half the Battle
Training Is Only Half the Battle

As I sit here today and reflect on my journey through the crap we call the fitness industry, I can’t help but be thankful for where I am in my life as well as for the great things and people the barbell has brought me.

The Arnold 2006 in Review
The Arnold 2006 in Review

I think everyone was holding their breath at this years WPO meet at the Arnold Classic.

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