#409 How to Accurately Hit 100% of Your Maxes | Dr. Dwayne Jackson

Stop looking for the magic pill and start fixing the foundation that's actually killing your progress. Yale-trained neurovascular physiologist Dr. Dwayne Jackson returns to expose why your high-tech peptide stack and "science-based" training mean nothing if you haven't mastered the internal metrics of auto-regulation. From surviving stage four kidney failure to walking away from the Ivy League "iron curtain," Jackson breaks down what it actually takes to perform at an elite level—without destroying your health in the process. INSIDE THE EPISODE: The Auto-Regulation Blueprint Learn how to bridge the gap between perceived effort and physiological reality—and avoid the ego-lifting plateau. Peptide Truth Bombs A deep dive into BPC-157, CJC-1295, and why most "mitochondria activation" content is hype. The Kidney Crisis Dr. Jackson shares his transplant story and the hidden health markers strength athletes ignore. The Anabolic Rebound Why healthier bodies build more muscle—and how lowering your dose can improve your physique. Psychological Compartmentalization Using the gym to build resilience without turning it into an escape mechanism. MEET THE GUEST: Dr. Dwayne N. Jackson, PhD, is a rare breed in the performance world: a Yale-trained medical scientist with 30 years of competitive bodybuilding and professional motocross under his belt. After retiring as a tenured professor of Medical Biophysics to escape the "iron curtain" of academia, he now serves as the Nutrition Director at Pre-Script and a leading consultant and coach for elite athletes navigating complex health crises. A kidney transplant recipient himself, Jackson specializes in reconciling high-performance output with long-term survival and metabolic health. Connect with Dr. Dwayne Jackson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdnjackson Website: https://drdwaynejackson.com/   SUPPORT THE SHOW: Become an elitefts channel member for early access and exclusive perks: ➡️ @eliteftsofficial 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 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: elitefts (Code: TABLE TALK – 10% OFF): https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Labs (Code: TABLETALK – 10% OFF): https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT (Free Sample Pack): http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics: https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review (Code: ELITEFTS20 – 20% OFF): https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App (Code: TABLE TALK – 10% OFF): https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app