Dave Tate's Table Talk29 Jan 2025

#329 Burnout, Injuries, and PEDs—The Dark Side of Strength Training |Crew Members

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Zac Marstiller, Rodney Woodward, and Jared Simmons, all esteemed members of the elitefts Discord community, recently united at elitefts for the latest crew retreat event, bringing together their diverse experiences and insights from the strength sports world.

Zac Marstiller has been an active member of the strength community across the US for nearly a decade, inspired by his father's long tenure with Westside Barbell. He has developed a nurturing environment at his gym, focusing on mentoring young athletes and fostering a culture of camaraderie and self-improvement through powerlifting.

Rodney Woodward, originating from northern Virginia, transitioned from football to bodybuilding before finding his calling in powerlifting in 2009. Training at CVA Barbell, Rodney has reached impressive milestones with a 1140 lb squat, 953 lb bench press, and 782 lb deadlift, totaling 2799 lbs. His journey emphasizes a commitment to strength that extends beyond competition.

Jared Simmons, a 44-year-old father of two, began competitive powerlifting in 2018 through raw conjugate training. He is the founder of The Platform, a nonprofit that supports adaptive strength athletes, and owns Platform Ready Powerlifting. As a Modus network coach, Jared dedicates his efforts to the community that has supported his growth in strength sports.

Together, they shared their experiences and insights on Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast, enriching the powerlifting and strength sports community with their knowledge and dedication.

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