In this repisode of Reppin’ Fitness, Coach Brick Headstrong interviews legendary strength coach Dave Tate, founder of EliteFTS, for a deep dive into Longevity, lifting, and lessons from decades inside the gym.
From growing up as a kid picked on in school to building one of the most respected platforms in strength training, Dave shares his powerful journey and hard-earned Wisdom. Whether you’re brand new to lifting or deep into your training career, this episode covers what really matters for long-term results, without the fluff.
Inside you’ll find:
– Lessons from over 40 years of lifting experience
– Why strength isn’t just physical
– The biggest mistakes new lifters make
– Why some online coaches are “clout-chasing carnies”
– How to stay strong well into your 50s and beyond
– This one’s about playing the long game, not chasing short-term hacks.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Brick Tries AI (and Puppets Dave)
0:40 – Dave’s Gym Routine & Full-Body Training
1:33 – First Time in the Gym & Overcoming Bullies
2:39 – Why Strength Is More Than Just Lifting
4:17 – Training Over Time: Teens to 50s
6:00 – Recovery, Mistakes & Overtraining Lessons
7:42 – Dave’s Podcast & Coaching Philosophy
9:21 – Why Community in Fitness Still Matters
10:10 – Spotting Real Coaches vs Carnies
11:15 – What the Best Coaches Actually Do
12:31 – Communication is more important than Credentials in Coaching
13:38 – What EliteFTS Really Stands For
14:58 – How to Train Smart for Long-Term Strength
16:22 – Gym Mistakes Beginners Need to Avoid
17:06 – Why Most Commercial Gym Trainers Fall Short
18:28 – Brick’s Advice for New Clients (Dave Approves)
19:59 – The Problem With Partial Reps
21:18 – Old School Principles That Still Work
22:24 – The Future of Gym Community & Culture
23:23 – Dave’s Coaching Inspiration
25:29 – The Legacy of Live, Learn, and Pass On
26:58 – Wrestling, Football & Choosing Your Path
28:44 – Dave’s Entrance Music (It’s Not What You Think)
30:43 – Steps Are Reps Too (Brick Agrees)
31:51 – Outro
Connect with the Guests:
👉 Dave Tate on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/underthebar
👉 Coach Brick on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/brickheadstrong
🎙 More from Brick: https://www.brickheadstrong.com
