OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE SECOND STEP TO FAT LOSS
Don't you think you should listen to the guy who has taken and kept off over 100 pounds.
TO CUT OR NOT TO CUT, HERE'S YOUR ANSWER
Are you wondering whether you should cut weight to compete? Then read this!
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE FIRST STEP TO FAT LOSS
I can't believe how many people don't want to do this.
A TALE FROM THE JABBA FILES
Instead of dudes leaning on me in my powerlifting garb, I should have been there in a loincloth being fanned and fed by fitness models
LIFE IS WHAT HAPPENS WHILE YOU'RE BUSY MAKING OTHER PLANS
I don't know which prospect makes me sadder, not being able to train or being able to take ab selfies?
WHICH IS MORE IMPRESSIVE, A 500 BENCH AT 50 OR A 600 SQUAT AT 198?
I need a new goal. Help me pick one.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE STRUGGLE IS REAL!
The process of losing weight and keeping it off doesn't necessarily get easier.
HOW MY SQUAT WENT FROM 500 TO A 600 LBS 5 MONTHS
Good things happen when a good plan and hard work come together
MEET REPORT - I Totaled Pro!
I made it through my first full meet in over 20 years and lived to tell about it.
DO YOU WANT TO FEEL BETTER? THEN STOP PICKING AT THE SCAB
Have we have been programmed to feel otherwise?
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE ONLY NUTRITION QUIZ YOU'LL EVER NEED
This blog is sure to create some butthurt
TRAINING WITH A CREW VERSUS TRAINING SOLO
Just because you train around other people it doesn't mean you are training with a crew
MY ALL-TIME FAVORITE DAVE TATE TIP
I have been training for nearly 35 years and I still get excited when I learn something new
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - A SUMMER PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
There's a lot of temptation in the summer, avoid these pitfalls
HOW TO NOT LET A SH!T DAY TURN INTO A SH!T TRAINING SESSION
We all have these days where training is not going well. Here's how to save them.
CAN ANYONE REALLY EMBRACE AMRAP?
AMRAP is such a different animal when it comes to training. It takes a mindset like no other.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - STOP COMPARING YOURSELF TO...
Social media makes it really difficult not to compare yourself to others
CAN YOU PASS THIS SIMPLE FITNESS TEST?
Measuring the conditioning in my strength and conditioning program
DAVE TATE IS MORE F*CKED UP THAN I AM!
On top of this making me feel good about myself, I actually learned something.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - WHAT IT TAKES
A current breakdown of my training, conditioning, and nutrition.
DOES ANYONE ELSE FEEL GUILTY TAKING A DAY OFF?
I can probably count on one hand the number of days I have taken off in the last couple of years, but it always eats away at me
WHAT'S NEXT? A GOAL TWENTY YEARS IN THE MAKING
I am more excited for this bucket list item than anything else I can think of
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - WHAT FOODS SHOULD YOU NEVER EAT
I just have to figure out how to charge all of you for this
THE MISSING KEY TO GETTING STRONGER AND HITTING PR'S
I am always shocked how this aspect of strength training is so overlooked.
A SIMPLE GUIDE TO BIGGER ARMS
Weight loss and arm articles, I have become everything I used to mock.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - WHY 95% OF DIETS FAIL AND MINE DID NOT
You would think the prescription for success is some big secret.
TOP 3 MOVEMENTS FOR A HUGE BENCH - FROM A 600 LB BENCHER
These exercises will give your bench the boost you are looking for.
MY NEW 5/3/WHATEVER PROGRAM
This is my most recent program that I crafted for myself out of necessity.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - HOW TO USE POWERLIFTING FOR LOSING WEIGHT
I used powerlifting to lose 130 lbs. The sport is different than what you think. It's not just for meatheads anymore.
ARE YOU REALLY COMMITTED TO POWERLIFTING?
Having the right socks and slogan on your shirt, does not make you a powerlifter.
BIGGER, LEANER, FASTER, STRONGER -- WANTING IT ALL!
The inherent problem with trying to accomplish all of these at once
YOU CAN'T REACH YOUR GOALS IF YOU DON'T KNOW HOW TO SET THEM
Knowing how to set a goal greatly increases your chances of achieving it.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE SINGLE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I CAN GIVE FOR G...
And more importantly, for staying in shape
THANKS FOR READING
I am constantly surprised to know I have so many people reading my work here. I am also humbled to know my words have a positive effect on many of you. So I wanted to take this time to thank you all for reading throughout the year. I'd also like to extend my sincerest wishes […]
ARE REHAB AND RECOVERY WORK SLOWING YOU DOWN?
If you have more recovery tools in your bag than belts and wraps, this blog is for you.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - TIS THE SEASON TO GROW, HERE'S HOW TO PACK ...
I have been struggling trying to find the right program to pack a little muscle back on. I think I found the right fit.
MY FIRST STRONGMAN WIN!
We won, but I don't think I'll get called to World's Strongest Man anytime soon. Probably more like World's Most Mediocre Senior.
NOV MEET RESULTS - DID I GET WEAKER OR STRONGER OVER THE PAST YEAR?
At the very least I accomplished the goal of being above the grass and having the ability to lift.
REMINISCING - CARTMAN'S TWIN BROTHER AND THANKSGIVING BLOATATHONS
Look at that head, those chins, it's beautiful (not really). I do miss the good ole eating days
SIX GREAT TIPS FOR STAYING LESS FAT OVER THE HOLIDAYS
Operation Be Less Fat does not go on hiatus over the holidays