The Iron Tamer Philosophy

Old-timers of the iron game knew how to maximize their bodies, squeezing out every possible ounce of functional strength. Looks, while a consideration, were secondary. Just look at men like Arthur Saxon and Eugene Sandow. These were men of exceptional strength as well as ideal proportion. They knew that without strength, muscle was just in the way.

Sadly, somewhere along the way this idea was lost. The "Jolly Game of Taming Iron" described by Russian Olympic lifter Yuri Vlasov has given way to the chrome machines and color-coded Ken-and-Barbie dumbells of today.

Following the lead of Pavel Tsatsouline, Iron Tamer is about reclaiming our past. If you are looking for discussion about the latest super-supplement, elliptical machines or muscle isolation techniques, this is not the place for you.

What you will find here is products and services for:

   Kettlebell Training

   Functional Strength and Power

   Old-time and Modern Performing Strongmen

   Old-school lifting




I will develop a program geared specifically toward YOUR unique, personal goals. For more information on private training, internet & phone consultation, hosting a workshop or upcoming workshops schedule or private training please contact me at: irontamerdave@hotmail.com.

"A very competent and capable kettlebell instructor, David Whitley will make you a better man or woman."

-Pavel Tsatsouline, the author of The Russian Kettlebell Challenge