Episode 94: Powerlifting for the Love, Not the Likes ft. Crystal Tate & Shaun Kopplin

In Episode 94 of The Powerlifter’s Den, Cam sits down with Crystal Tate (@ctate87) and longtime teammate Shaun Kopplin to talk about legacy, loyalty, and lifting for the right reasons. Crystal was the first woman to deadlift 600lbs raw and squat 700lbs in wraps — but she’s never chased the spotlight. After spinal reconstruction and a full knee replacement, she’s back chasing single-ply records at Holy Wars with zero ego and all grit.Shaun joins to help share her story — from the early days to what’s next, and why powerlifting is still about team, not followers.