The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners, three of which are on protein intake. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.  Questions: 1: What are some good high protein and low-fat protein sources? I find myself running out of fat early in the day with protein still to eat.  2: What is the lowest amount of protein you can eat while maximizing muscle growth?  3: In your opinion, what are the best protein sources considering amino acids, calories, macros, etc.?  4: What clients are the easiest to work with, and what clients are the most challenging?  5: How do you find time to read many books with three kids, coaching, podcast, and training?    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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, I tell a bizarre story and answer five questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.  Questions on the show: 1: Hi Kyle, I’m going on vacation in a few weeks, and during I’ll have access to a gym but, I probably won’t have access to my normal implements (swiss bar, trap bar, landmine, etc.). What is the best way to approach training in a situation like this? 2: Hey Kyle, I have a question for you. I love taking pre-workout supplements and energy drinks, but some people say they are bad for you. What do you think? 3: What do you think has made the biggest impact on improving your bench press?  4: In a recent episode, you briefly mentioned that when training your biceps you try to have multiple elbow positions. Can you explain that more?  5: Hey Kyle, I graduated college this past May, and I'm trying to figure out my next step. I love fitness and want to make a career of it. But, I don’t know if I want to go back to school for Physical Therapy, go the strength and conditioning route, or just continue personal training. Do you have any advice for me?    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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, I talk about the books I read in June, give a detailed look at Chris Bumstead's training and diet, and answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!  Books I read in June: Ultimate Conditioning for Martial Arts – Loren Landow  Sparring Partners – John Grisham  How to Become a Straight-A Student – Cal Newport  Getting Things Done – David Allen   Questions on the show: I am currently in a fat loss phase and trying to balance being patient while making good progress. Do you have a general rule for determining the appropriate rate of weight loss?  I know you are a big UFC fan. Who are your top 3 MMA fighters of all time? Is it possible to get as strong as possible training by yourself? The reason I ask is, that I workout in my basement and don’t have anyone to spot me.  How do I convince my girlfriend to stop doing so much cardio and start lifting weights? Hey Kyle, I am curious about the difference between active rest and deload weeks? For someone trying to gain muscle how would you manipulate macros during this time? 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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, Derek and I go over our favorite exercises for each muscle group. We talk about everything from the back and chest to forearms and calves. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois    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

In this episode, I talk about fitness being more than what we do in the gym and answer listener questions.  Questions on the show: I have heard you talk about double progression in the past. Can you explain how it works again? Hey Kyle, I have a question for you. Is it better to take a multivitamin or just take individual vitamins/minerals you might be low in?  I know regular stretching has fallen out of favor in recent years, but should we be stretching?  This is a two-part question. One, is it normal during a fat loss phase to lose strength with certain muscle groups but gain strength in other muscle groups/areas? Two, how do you deal with a client that wants to lose weight but is brainwashed to think they need to eat a 1200-calorie diet or less to lose weight and don’t believe you when you say you need to eat more? If you had to start over from scratch, and start Hunt Fitness today, how would you do it?  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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, I answer questions from the newsletter.    Questions on the show: Q1: How do you find the appropriate weekly volume for a muscle group? I know there is a certain usual range, somewhere between 10 and 20 sets per week, but how do you find this? Do you just start with 10 and work your way up until you see the most change? How many weeks should I try a certain volume to see if it works or not? Q2: What is the best way to combine running with lifting weights?  Q3: Why do calories and macros not always line up on labels and in food trackers? Q4: Hey Kyle, what is your take on Boron supplementation for free testosterone increase and hypertrophy? I've been taking 12mg every night. Q5: What are some signs of a bad training program?    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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/  

In this episode, I answer questions from my newsletter.  Questions on the show: Q#1:  I have been lifting consistently for five years. I listen to your podcast and others for advice on nutrition and weight lifting. However, all the information is for the young lifter. I am 50 years old. I would like to hear advice on how to make progress as an older lifter. Older lifters have some limitations that younger lifters don’t. Thanks. Q#2: Do you think diet culture history could have been different if we didn't use the word "fat" for both dietary and body fat? Q#3: How should we approach vacations with our fitness goals? Should we continue to be aware of our macros/find ways to train? Or should we give ourselves a diet and training break on these occasions?  Q#4: Have you ever considered starting your own supplement company? Q#5: You have probably answered this in the past, but should you have lower calories on rest days? Could not doing this potentially stall progress?  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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, I go over five books I read in May, the relationship between volume and frequency, trusting the process, caffeine intake, and knowing who to trust in fitness. 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 Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, I go over everything you need to know to build muscle. I talk about the role of progressive overload, mechanical tension, volume, intensity, frequency, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Read the article here:  https://kylehuntfitness.com/the-ultimate-training-guide-to-build-muscle/   Get the NEW Absolute Muscle program here: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-muscle 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: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-progress   Shop training programs including - Powerlifting, Powerbuilding, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/

In this episode, Heather and I talk about supplement manufacturing 101. We dig into how supplements get made, quality control, testing for banned substances, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Heather @h_jacques Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Absolute Progress 2.0: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-progress   Shop training programs including - Powerlifting, Powerbuilding, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT” at https://axeandsledge.com/