STRENGTH FEED EXCLUSIVE: WATCH: Q&A with elitefts Director of Performance Sam Brown
STRENGTH FEED EXCLUSIVE: WATCH: Q&A with elitefts Director of Perfor...
Join us in this Strength Feed Exclusive re-broadcast as Sam Brown takes your questions!
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #16 with Dave Tate
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #16 with Dave Tate

In this episode of Table Talk Podcast, Dave Tate talks about his childhood, attempting meditation after the episode with JM Blakley, Q&A videos in the elitefts archives, and of course, he answers as many questions as time allows.

LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #12 with Joe Sullivan and Janis Finkelman
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #12 with Joe Sullivan and Janis Finkelman

In this episode of Table Talk Podcast, Dave Tate, Joe Sullivan, and Janis Finkelman talk about a variety of powerlifting topics and answer questions, both bizarre and mundane, and more.

Powerlifting for the Bodybuilder — Are Deadlifts Overrated?
Powerlifting for the Bodybuilder — Are Deadlifts Overrated?

Part of my journey to getting that IFBB pro card includes getting more active in the online bodybuilding community… which also gets me into situations where I answer questions like this one: Are deadlifts overrated?

LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #4 with Dave Tate
LISTEN: Table Talk Podcast #4 with Dave Tate

In this episode of Table Talk Podcast, Dave Tate puts on a one-man show and answers listeners’ questions about his worst powerlifting meet, his high school football and wrestling career, and more.

What Makes a Good Coach?
What Makes a Good Coach?

One of Dave Tate’s answers to an Instagram Q&A prompted me to think about what makes a good coach in more detail… and yeah, this kind of turned into a verbal Jerk-off of Dave. But I believe what he does for lifters is the pinnacle of coaching.

An Epic Q&A with Dr. John Rusin and Dave Tate
An Epic Q&A with Dr. John Rusin and Dave Tate

Is Dave still following Dr. Rusin’s protocol? What are Dr. Rusin’s top-two training takeaways working with Dave? In this Q&A, Dave Tate and Dr. John Rusin share their overall experiences from video series “Fixing Dave Tate” and “Breaking John Rusin,” and more.

WATCH: Question & Answer Session with Dave Tate
WATCH: Question & Answer Session with Dave Tate

Dave sits down to answer key questions that he received over the course of the Fixing Date Tate Series. Dave discusses everything from his biggest takeaways, to lessons learned, overall project goals, lifestyle changes, and the importance of effectively auto-regulating your own training program.

Identifying Hip Impingement Causes and Solutions
Identifying Hip Impingement Causes and Solutions

If you Google “hip pain at the bottom of the squat,” you’re going to be left more than a little confused about what the cause might be and what you should do. Let’s sort through all of the information and advice.

Intra-Workout Nutrition Q&A: BCAAs, HBCD, and Supplements on a Budget
Intra-Workout Nutrition Q&A: BCAAs, HBCD, and Supplements on a Budget

You have questions, team elitefts has answers. Today’s topic: intra-workout supplementation.

Squat Q&A: Zercher Squats, SS Yoke Bar Breathing, and Tight Hips
Squat Q&A: Zercher Squats, SS Yoke Bar Breathing, and Tight Hips

You have questions, team elitefts has answers. Today’s topic: the squat.

Bench Press Q&A: Shoulder Retraction, Bar Path, and Pec Tears
Bench Press Q&A: Shoulder Retraction, Bar Path, and Pec Tears

You have questions, team elitefts has answers. Today’s topic: the bench press.

WATCH: 2016 Training Camp — All Footage with JL, Swede, and Casey
WATCH: 2016 Training Camp — All Footage with JL, Swede, and Casey

Following this exclusive elitefts event, we have shared coaching videos and lessons from the weekend. Here’s everything in one place.

Deadlift Q&A: Block Pulls, Tension, Hip Mobility
Deadlift Q&A: Block Pulls, Tension, Hip Mobility

You have questions, team elitefts has answers. Today’s topic: deadlifting.

WATCH: Dave Tate's Closing Speech — April Training Camp
WATCH: Dave Tate's Closing Speech — April Training Camp

The founder of elitefts spoke with all attendees, finalizing a day of learning with coaches JL Holdsworth, Swede Burns, and Casey Williams,.

WATCH: Training Camp Q&A — What Do You Wish You Would've Done Sooner?
WATCH: Training Camp Q&A — What Do You Wish You Would've Done S...

JL Holdsworth, Swede Burns, and Casey Williams opened their training camp by answering this question.

Training Through Injury: How To Overcome Disc and Lumbar Issues
Training Through Injury: How To Overcome Disc and Lumbar Issues

A disc injury is not a death sentence. You now need to develop into a smarter lifter who is not only focused on PR’s but also on long term health.

WATCH: Table Talk — Where Is the Sport Discipline?
WATCH: Table Talk — Where Is the Sport Discipline?

There’s going to be a time when you can’t do this anymore. Don’t piss on this opportunity. When it’s gone, it’s gone.

WATCH: Table Talk — Jim Wendler Travel Stories and 7 Quick Questions
WATCH: Table Talk — Jim Wendler Travel Stories and 7 Quick Questions

The seminar era produced stories about cabs and airports and churches and bomb shelters. This is one of my favorites.

WATCH: Table Talk — How Much Is elitefts Worth?
WATCH: Table Talk — How Much Is elitefts Worth?

This company has never existed to compete with Company A, B, or C. If you own your own business, you need to understand your culture and evaluate how that translates to a dollar value.

WATCH: Table Talk — How Can Powerlifting Become Nationally Televised?
WATCH: Table Talk — How Can Powerlifting Become Nationally Televised?

Would powerlifting be more popular if it were in the Olympics? What if ESPN aired National Championships?

3 Ways to Build Strength Off the Chest for the Bench Press
3 Ways to Build Strength Off the Chest for the Bench Press

These are a few important components of building a big bench, starting with getting the bar off your chest as quickly and efficiently as possible.

WATCH: Rapid Fire Table Talk— MRV, Staying Competitive, and Coffin Dragger
WATCH: Rapid Fire Table Talk— MRV, Staying Competitive, and Coffin Dragger

Dave answers your questions from Instagram in 15 seconds or less.

Alternatives to Traditional Size and Fitness Programming
Alternatives to Traditional Size and Fitness Programming

The best program for muscle hypertrophy and aerobic capacity extends the training perspective to a year-long pursuit of improved fitness.

You Need This Performance Nutrition Q&A Book By Justin Harris
You Need This Performance Nutrition Q&A Book By Justin Harris
Justin Harris' Comprehensive Performance Nutrition Q&A book is a must read for anyone looking to learn more about nutrition in general or looking to understand the science behind a performance based meal plan. 120 pages of common questions answered by Justin himself!
Questions and Answers with Amy Wattles and Sheri Whetham
Questions and Answers with Amy Wattles and Sheri Whetham
In case you missed last night's Q&A, here's a sampling of the conversation.
LIVE Q&A with Jennifer Petrosino and Alycia Israel
LIVE Q&A with Jennifer Petrosino and Alycia Israel
Join the conversation on Monday, March 23rd!
LIVE Q&A with Molly Edwards and Christine Brass
LIVE Q&A with Molly Edwards and Christine Brass
Join the FB conversation tonight. Earn strongher apparel too!
Selkow Reveals the Training Secrets Obama Doesn't Want You to Know
Selkow Reveals the Training Secrets Obama Doesn't Want You to Know

If Selkow were president, he'd lead a thick-neck nation.

Heroically Overcoming the Villiany of Injury and Depression
Heroically Overcoming the Villiany of Injury and Depression

Super Zane snorts kryptonite like an ammonia inhalant and laughs in the face of rehabilitation.

4 Steps to Target Your Deadlift Plateau
4 Steps to Target Your Deadlift Plateau

This man can punch through your face and pull out your spine. Listen to him.

Have You Earned Your Title as Coach?
Have You Earned Your Title as Coach?

You don’t just get called coach as a title. It is something that is earned.

Don't Think You Have What it Takes
Don't Think You Have What it Takes

Sometimes the honest truth can be brutal.

Stop Looking for the Easy Way Out
Stop Looking for the Easy Way Out

To be great, you have to get off the internet and do the work.

Manley's 50-Pound Press Plan
Manley's 50-Pound Press Plan

He put 50 pounds on his raw press in four months…maybe you can too.

Bench (Press) Tech(nique)
Bench (Press) Tech(nique)

Kirschen knows a thing or two about the bench.

Jo Jordan: The Go-To Gear Guy for Newbies on Up
Jo Jordan: The Go-To Gear Guy for Newbies on Up

Gear questions? Jo Jordan’s your man.

The Current Buzz: CBL
The Current Buzz: CBL

Vince and Julia discuss what’s on your mind: Carb Back-Loading.

Chain Me to the Squat Rack
Chain Me to the Squat Rack

I’ll try to give you my advice as best as I can without reviewing your strengths, weaknesses, training, etc.

The Rehab Guy: Q&A
The Rehab Guy: Q&A

You’ve got questions? He’s got the answers to get you back under the bar.

A "No Bull Shit" Q&A with David Allen
A "No Bull Shit" Q&A with David Allen

NBS stood for “No Bull Shit” and was our “mantra” for our approach to training for the meet.

Get to the Edge with Mike Spagnola
Get to the Edge with Mike Spagnola

If you train at our gym, you better be ready to become awesome.

The Rehab Guy: Q&A
The Rehab Guy: Q&A

You’ve got questions? He’s got the answers to get you back under the bar.

In the Belly of the BEAST
In the Belly of the BEAST

My training was Albert Einstein’s definition of insanity – doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.

Spotlight: Introducing New Addition - Figure Competitor Kelly Booth
Spotlight: Introducing New Addition - Figure Competitor Kelly Booth

I started first reading EliteFTS in college when training for my first show in 2007.

Not to be a Dick - The Q&A Application Process
Not to be a Dick - The Q&A Application Process

I want to take this time to congratulate them on making it to the site!

Top 10 Suggestions for Using the Q&A
Top 10 Suggestions for Using the Q&A

I am going to sound like a jerk here.

Q&A with Bob Youngs
Q&A with Bob Youngs

You can have the best program in the world, but if you don’t work hard you’ll make no progress. Your Facebook questions answered!

The Ulterior Motive
The Ulterior Motive

It seems like yesterday when I first set up the Q&A section on EliteFTS.com. I still remember answering the first question back in the winter of 1998. It was about the dynamic bench press, and I knew this would turn out to be a great thing. What I didn’t know at the time was how great it would become.

The Magic of the Pin Pull
The Magic of the Pin Pull

Recently I have been flooded with e-mails and questions on the EFS Q/A, and rather than answering them one by one, I decided to put them into an article form so that everyone has access to them. There is a lot of great information in these answers.

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