Racking The Bar: 4 Decades of Observations (eBook)

Strength is simple, not easy. In Racking The Bar, Dave Tate shares what he’s learned from four decades in the trenches—training, coaching, and building EliteFTS. Each observation is short, clear, and practical. Read a page, get a takeaway, and put it to work.

This is for lifters, coaches, and anyone who values Focus, Trust, and Strength. It’s real talk without filler—built to help you Live, Learn, Pass On.

What You’ll Learn

• Simple cues that fix common squat, bench, and deadlift mistakes
• How to think like a coach: what matters, what doesn’t, and when
• Programming insights you can apply with any method
• Lessons on culture, standards, and accountability in the gym
• How to manage training over years, not weeks
• Real stories that show how principles work in the real world

Why It Works

• Direct and usable: short observations you can act on today
• Built from experience: decades under the bar and on the floor
• Coach-ready: phrasing and ideas you can pass to your lifters

Specs

• Title: Racking The Bar – 4 Decades of Observations
• Author: Dave Tate (EliteFTS)
• Format: PDF (digital download)
• Length: 282 pages
• File Size: ~15 MB
• Language: English
• Delivery: Instant download after checkout and email receipt
• License: Single-user, personal use
• Printable: Yes (for personal use)

Who It’s For

• Lifters who want clear, no-nonsense direction
• Coaches who need principles that hold up under pressure
• Gym owners building standards and culture

How to Use

• Read a few observations before training—apply one cue that day
• Use as a team talk or whiteboard topic for the week
• Tag sections to revisit with your lifters

Live, Learn, Pass On. Make strength simple—and keep it honest.