Dave Tate's Table Talk #376 "Racking the Bar," The Future of Coaching, and 40 Years of Strength Wisdom | Dave Tate
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Oct 23, 2025 In a candid conversation, Dave Tate, founder of elitefts and a renowned strength coach with four decades of experience, shares his raw insights on the evolution of the fitness industry. He warns that AI is poised to transform coaching, emphasizing the need for real accountability and communication skills among coaches. Dave reflects on the importance of adapting coaching methods across generations and discusses the critical balance between passion and profit. He also dives into how setbacks can fuel personal growth and why mastering core skills beats superficial knowledge.
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Prioritize, Sacrifice, Then Own The Cost
- If you want to reach the highest level in a pursuit, accept that you must prioritize and sacrifice other areas temporarily.
- Take accountability for what you sidelined and learn from the cost to adjust your priorities going forward.
Use Progress As The Reality Check
- Use progress as a reality check: if you're not progressing, reduce stressors and reassess priorities.
- Stop excusing stalled progress with external blame and realign to what actually drives improvement.
Certifications Vary By Depth Not Name
- Many modern 'certifications' originated as seminars repackaged to charge more, so their depth varies widely.
- Mature, well-run courses can still teach core philosophies, but certifications alone don't guarantee mastery.
