Elitefts Table Talk Podcast

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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 episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Ali Gilbert joins us to discuss optimizing men's health.   Ali specializes in helping busy men get fit, optimize testosterone, and conquer nutrition. She provides structure and effective plans tailored to individual lifestyles.    With a background in exercise science from Springfield College and 20 years of coaching experience, she collaborates with top medical practitioners and speaks at industry conferences.   Notable achievements include: 2-time Golf Digest Top 50 Go

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       Welcome Dr. Robert A. Rakowski to the 305th episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast!    Robert A. Rakowski, DC, CCN, DACBN, DIBAK is a Chiropractor, Kinesiologist, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and the clinic director of the Natural Medicine Center in Houston Texas. In addition to running a busy practice, Dr. Rakowski has lectured internationally for over 20 years on various topics in Natural and Lifestyle Medicine.   He is a recognized expert in functional endocrinology and in-office diagnostic procedures to

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 304th episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, we welcome Dr. Jim Stoppani to the show.  Dr. Jim Stoppani is a leading expert in fitness, nutrition, and dietary supplements with over 20 years of experience. He holds a PhD in exercise physiology from the University of Connecticut and is the founder of JimStoppani.com, a comprehensive fitness resource. Dr. Stoppani offers transformative workout programs like Shortcut to Shred and personalized nutrition advice. As the founder of JYM Supplement Science, he provides

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The best all-around training bands ever: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html   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            Jeff Cavaliere joins the Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast Jeff Cavaliere, MSPT, CSCS, is a renowned strength coach, physical therapist, and creator of ATHLEAN-X. He served as the Head Physical Therapist and Assistant Strength Coach for the New York Mets during their 2006-2008 National League East Championship seasons, working with top players like Tom Glavine, Pedro Martinez, and Carlos Beltran. Jeff holds a Masters in Physical Therapy and a BS in Physioneurobiology/Premedicine from the University of Connecticut.   Jeff is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and a sought-after author and lecturer on baseball injury prevention and sport-specific conditioning. He has contributed to top fitness magazines and authored the Major League

The best all-around training bands ever: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html   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 298th podcast episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Clint Darden takes a seat.            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 elitefts , 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                SPONSORS   Marek Health       A telehealth platform specializing in hormone optimization and preventative medicine. Offers self-service labs and guided optimization with competitive pricing.   Save 10% on your first order with code TABLETALK.   Visit Marek Health today: https://marekhealth.com/

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