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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 2H 37M

#392 Why Most "Functional Training" is Absolute BS | Dr. John Rusin

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Dr. John Rusin is an internationally recognized strength coach, physical therapist, and injury-prevention expert with nearly two decades of elite-level experience working with MLB All-Stars, NFL All-Pros, Olympic gold medalists, and world-record-holding powerlifters. He's the founder of the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC), the world's fastest-growing health-first training education system, and the author of Pain-Free Performance: Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body. His work bridges the gap between high-intensity training and long-term health, helping everyday lifters and elite athletes alike build strong, resilient, pain-free bodies for life. Get Dr. Rusin's new book Pain-Free Performance: Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body  https://www.amazon.com/dp/162860509X   Learn more from Dr. John Rusin: Website: https://drjohnrusin.com/ Certification: painfreetraining.com / getPPSC.com Unbreakable Training App: becomeunbreakable.com Instagram: @drjohnrusin YouTube & Facebook: "Dr. John Rusin"   Become an elitefts channel member for early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast and other perks. @eliteftsofficial     Support Dave Tate's Table Talk: FULL Crew Access - https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel - https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More - https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application - https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-selling elitefts Products: Pro Resistance Training Bands: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps, Sleeves: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html     Sponsors: Get an extra 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/   Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK): https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk   Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors: http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk   Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com   Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime - MASS Research Review (CODE ELITEFTS20): https://massresearchreview.com   RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK) https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app  

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