The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss using cardio for health and fat loss. We go over everything you need to know in programming effective cardio workouts. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Kyle and Derek answer questions from listeners. Questions on the show: I just recently started a new job and I'm out of town all week in a small town with no gyms. I work construction, 12 hour shifts, 6 days a week with Sunday's off. What is the best way to maintain strength, should I do bodyweight stuff during the week, and do a SBD session on Sunday? Is it possible to maintain or even gain strength with this schedule? What are your thoughts on changing exercises every mesocycle? Is that too frequently or does it depend on your goal? You guys talk about effort a lot, do you think certain exercises get sandbagged more than others? I'm thinking of RDLs for this, but I'm curious your thoughts. I don't know if you have talked about this before, but what's your go-to workout playlist or music that gets you pumped for training? When you started competing in powerlifting, what was your initial goal and do you feel like you achieved it? Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss the missing links in your fitness journey - sleep, nutrition, and mobility/flexibility. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! New Bench Press Specialization Program Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss ways to reestablish a sense of accomplishment from training and how a "functional" approach can lead to more enjoyment. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Derek and I catch up after a two-week break and answer questions from listeners. Questions on the show: In regards to doing squat and deadlift where you normally hold your breathe through the movement to brace. Do you do the same breathing pattern when your doing high rep work? When I'm working in a low rep range I have no problem. Breath in at the top, Brace, All the way down, All the way up, exhale, repeat. But when I do high rep, I get gassed doing this. Almost like when you try to blow up a bunch of balloons too quick. Should I do something different or do I just need to keep the same breathing pattern and get used to the high reps? I am getting back into lifting after taking a few years off. At my peak I was using PEDS and relatively well built. Since then I've shrunken up a bit but going back to my old routines I feel some size coming back quicker then I though just with proper diet and training. I'm interested what your approach would be for a veteran lifter in my situation. Is muscle memory a real thing, and if it is, what is the best approach to take advantage of it What is your advice for finding maintenance calories after a cut? Add in say one more meal or adjust macros within current meals to bring calories up to a more comfortable range? I'm dialed in 90% of the time but weekends with the wife gets tricky. If I end up hitting my cutting calories for the day but am lacking protein, would you slam a shake end of day or just be happy you stayed within your calories? Can autoregulation negate the need for a deload? At what point in one's training career can autoregulation become a viable tool? Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, I talk about the future of fitness and provide a quick life update. Thank you to everyone who regularly listens to the show. 400 episodes! Here is to 400 more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners. Can you believe it is August already? Kids will be going back to school soon. Football season is starting. Summer goes by fast. Episode 400 is next week. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: I want a piece of cardio equipment for my house. I'm torn between a treadmill and a stationary bike. Is one better than the other? Are there any supplements that you know of that help reduce appetite? I'm in a fat-loss phase and constantly hungry. Hey Kyle, I'm 45 years old, and in the past few years, I have really started to feel my age, especially in the gym. I know that is part of life, but what are your thoughts about TRT? Similar to you, I want to incorporate more outdoor workouts. I don't have a garage or anything, but I have a backyard. My question is, what equipment should I get? For context, I want to do more functional workouts. In all your years of coaching, what are some things that allow people to get the best results? In a fat loss phase, are there any advantages to cheat meals or refeeds? If so, how frequently can you have them? What are your thoughts on sports specialization? I have two kids in middle school sports, and there seems to be push for them to play one sport year around. Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Programs: Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Derek and I answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: 1: If proximity to failure is important for hypertrophy, then should we be grinding our reps out toward the end of a set? Also, why is there so much emphasis on having perfect technique? Could that be a potential barrier to progress? 2: Hey Kyle, I love the podcast. My question is, when looking for other fitness content, how can I distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources of information? 3: Have you ever dealt with body image issues? If so, what are some strategies for dealing with it and maintaining a healthy relationship with food and exercise? 4: What are the main differences between powerlifting training programs for beginners, intermediate, and advanced lifters? 5: What are some strategies for building confidence and focus before attempting heavy lifts? 6: Other than the bench press, what is your favorite exercise? Not the best exercise, just your favorite. 7: I know you train at a commercial gym. I am in the same boat. As a powerlifter, how can I make the most of it (no PL gym near me) and not let it affect my progress? 8: You guys are always talking about how things come back around in fitness. Are there any old-school techniques that you think will become popular again? Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, I aim to define functional fitness. We have all heard and even used the expression "functional fitness," but what does it even mean? I look at it from a few different perspectives and provide insight into how we can incorporate it into our training. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT

In this episode, Derek and I discuss improving your deadlift. We cover technique, programming, exercise selection, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois Absolute Progress 2.0 Absolute Muscle The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://www.prbreaker.com/discount/HUNT