#302 TOP 10 Powerlifting Totals Ever | Patrick Maguire, Dave Tate's Table Talk

Aug 28, 2024

In this conversation, powerlifting expert Patrick Maguire shares his impressive lifting totals, including a staggering 1014lb squat. He and Dave Tate discuss the balance of seriousness and humor in the powerlifting community, emphasizing joy in training. Personal anecdotes reveal the journey from novice to competitor, highlighting community support and mentorship. They dive into the complexities of periodization, nutrition synergy, and the importance of safety in training. The camaraderie among lifters and the relentless spirit of the sport are central themes.

Ask episode

Chapters

Transcript

Episode notes

Intro

00:00 • 2min

Lifting Spirits: Humor in Powerlifting

02:21 • 22min

Athletic Beginnings and Personal Reflections

24:05 • 2min

Lessons from Sports and Education

25:42 • 8min

Foundations of Strength: A Personal Journey

33:51 • 10min

From Novice to Competitor: My Powerlifting Journey

43:36 • 21min

Mastering Powerlifting Techniques

01:04:28 • 16min

Mastering Powerlifting Periodization

01:20:18 • 23min

Understanding Plateaus and Performance in Powerlifting

01:42:52 • 2min

Hormone Optimization and Performance Essentials

01:45:18 • 4min

Optimizing Powerlifting Performance

01:48:54 • 19min

Nutrition and Training Synergy in Powerlifting

02:08:09 • 30min

The Stubborn Spirit of Powerlifters: Community and Commitment

02:38:20 • 4min

Navigating Safety and Performance in Training

02:41:59 • 4min

Navigating Strength Training Dynamics

02:45:44 • 20min

Evolving Powerlifting Strategies

03:05:59 • 15min

Engagement, Humor, and Sponsorship Shoutouts

03:20:51 • 2min

Join MEMBERS ONLY to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSo2azieL7E7uzkXGvEeMSw/join For only $4.99 a month, get EVERY NEW podcast episode EARLY and AD-FREE. As a member, you'll have access to guest AMAs to get your questions answered. Enjoy the cool elitefts badge next to your profile name as well.

elitefts Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel.html

Support and help the Podcast grow by Joining The Crew: https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew

In this 302nd of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Patrick Maguire joins Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast as a guest.

Based out of Manchester, NH, Patrick is a raw super heavyweight powerlifter competing in both wraps and sleeves. Patrick's best numbers are 1014lb squat, 635lb bench, and 772lb deadlift with a 2432lb total. Patrick has nearly a decade's worth of coaching experience as well. Patrick is present on both Instagram and Youtube where he shares his daily struggles with life, training and everything else as well as the occasional piece of educational content where he heavily implies that he has slept with your mother. Patrick is also an audiobook narrator on Audible.

Patrick's Merch - https://full-primal-power.printify.me/products

Patrick's IG: https://www.instagram.com/full_primal_power/

ABOUT THE HOST

Dave Tate is the founder and co-owner of elitefts.com. He is the author of twenty books and has logged more than 40,000 hours of training and consulting. Dave is married to Traci Tate , and they reside in London, Ohio, with their two sons. Personal Credo: Live, Learn, Pass on™.

Dave's IG: https://www.instagram.com/underthebar/?hl=en