The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with the author of Strong Like Her, Haley Shapley. During the show, we talk about the history of women in strength sports, some common misconceptions about how women should train, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Haley: https://www.haleyshapley.com/ Instagram: @HaleyShapley   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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners. I give my thoughts on powerlifting attempt selection, knowing when to cut weight and how to utilize instinctive training. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: Q1: I’m sure you have talked about it before, but can you go over your process of attempt selection for a powerlifting meet? Q2: Hey Kyle, I’m a big fan of the podcast and would love your opinion on a dilemma I am having. I currently weigh between 192-195lbs at roughly 20% body fat. In the past I have competed at 83kg but I feel like I am getting too big for the weight class. Should I cut back down or just go up to 93kg? Q3: I know you are a big fan of following training programs, but what are your thoughts on people who do instinctive style 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: 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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I talk all about Powerbuilding. What is powerbuilding? Who is it right for? What are the pros and cons? What are the common powerbuilding mistakes? Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Absolute Progress 2.0: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-progress   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, Derek and I talk about the recent Mr. Olympia contest and answer questions on a variety of topics. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   New Powerbuilding Program: Absolute Progress 2.0: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-progress   Questions on the show: Q1: A question I have for you that I’ve been thinking of, that might actually be a good podcast question. How do you maintain your passion and approach to training and nutrition at this point? Having three kids,  you’re still super consistent with it. I know having a health and physique-oriented business plays a big part, but otherwise, would you be as committed as you are now? Just something I’ve been wondering as I’ve gotten older. Like you, my life was all about training through my twenties, but it has waned a bit to an extent as I’ve hit 30. Just trying to light that fire back up! Q2: Hey man I have a question for you. Do you know of any research on the effects of not drinking enough water while supplementing with creatine? This is never talked about so I am curious.    Q3: What is the best way to measure progress when in a gaining phase?   Q4: I know you love upper/lower splits, but I feel my upper body doesn't get enough attention on an upper/lower split. What can I do to work around that?    Q5: If the volume is equated, how beneficial is frequency for building muscle?   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek:  https://www.prbreaker.com/ Instagram: @PR_Breaker   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, I answer questions about my favorite fat loss diet, how I use volume cycling in my training, influencer boxing, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Questions on the show: Q 1: Hey Kyle, I know you generally promote flexible dieting, but do you think it’s the best diet for fat loss?  Q 2: I have heard you mention on the podcast that for muscle growth you need between 10-20 sets per muscle group per week to maximize muscle development. My question is, does it ever make sense to do more or less volume than that?  Q 3: It seems like a lot of fitness influencers are either training to run a marathon or taking up boxing. I'm not saying I want to run that much or get in the ring to fight, but I would like to add some of that style of training into my program. My question is, what would be the best way to do that while not losing my gains?  Q4: I have been bodybuilding training for a few years, but recently became interested in powerlifting. What is the best way for someone to get started?  Q5: I have been training for 5 years and my upper body is pretty developed but I feel like my arms are lagging behind. My question is, how do I get my arms to catch up to the rest of my upper body?    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Free Powerlifting Program: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/essential-strength   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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, Derek Charlebois joins me to talk about crazy things we used to do in an effort to maximize progress. We also answer listener questions in the second half of the show. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Questions on the show:  1. What are your thoughts on the recent USAPL/IPF drama? 2. When training for building muscle and strength, how hard do you actually need to train to see progress? 3. Are there any secrets to maintaining strength when losing weight? 4. How much caffeine per day is too much? 5. What are your top three favorite desserts?    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek:  https://www.prbreaker.com/ Instagram: @DerekCharlebois   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   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 PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, Derek and I talk about desserts, strength training programs for high school kids, training in a hot gym environment, and the different ways food companies try to trick you. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Free Powerlifting Program: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/essential-strength Questions on the show: Q1: I am looking for a program that I can use for my son who is 1 and homeschooled. I need a strength training/weight lifting course that he can do as a high school elective. It needs to be 4-5 hours per week. Do you know of anything already put together to accomplish this, or what would you recommend? Q2: Hey Kyle, do you have any tips for training in a hot gym during the summer? The gym I train at doesn’t have AC and I feel like my workouts are suffering. I know you train in your garage so I thought you might have some suggestions.  Q3: This isn’t a question, but I think it would make a good topic for a podcast. Can you talk about food labels and the different ways companies try to trick you? For example, sometimes the macros and calories don’t add up or the label says no sugar added but there is still sugar in the product, etc.   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek:  https://www.prbreaker.com/ Instagram: @DerekCharlebois   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get the OG Absolute Strength Program below: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Shop other training programs including - Powerbuilding, Meet Prep, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I answer six questions sent in by listeners of the show. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: 1: Hey Kyle, I have been lifting weights pretty seriously for five years, and for the first time since I started, I feel burnt out. I think I might just be bored with lifting? Do you have any advice for me? 2: Hey man, I just got back into powerlifting after a long break from high school. I found your pod a while back and really enjoy it. I had two questions that might be interesting topics to cover. How often do you max yourself or your clients and how often do you think someone should test their 1RM? Do you ever try to strategically fit in a PL weight class or do you just maintain a weight that feels right for you? 3: Hey Kyle, I have a question for the podcast, how often should you change the exercises in your program if building muscle is the primary goal? 4: Hi Kyle, I have a question for you. I have heard you talk about on the podcast how cheat meals are not a good idea during a fat loss diet, however, in the past I have had pretty good success with them. Is it an individual thing, or could I have achieved better results by not having cheat meals? 5: Why does it seem like Actors can make huge transformations seemingly overnight while it takes the rest of us years to see any meaningful progress? Is it all steroids or something else? 6: What is one piece of advice you would give a recent college grad looking to get into the fitness industry?   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get the OG Absolute Strength Program below: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Shop other training programs including - Powerbuilding, Meet Prep, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, Derek and I talk about supplement research and how to improve your deadlift. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek https://www.prbreaker.com/ IG: @DerekCharlebois   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get the OG Absolute Strength Program below: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Shop other training programs including - Powerbuilding, Meet Prep, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com

In this episode, I go over how to bench press more weight. As many of you probably know, I love the bench press. It's my favorite lift, and the one I spend the most time thinking about. Although it seems like such a simple movement, high-level benching actually involves many intricate details. I’m sure some of these tips you have heard before, but hopefully, I can present them in a way that resonates with you and is something you can put to use in the gym. 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   Get the OG Absolute Strength Program below: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Shop other training programs including - Powerbuilding, Meet Prep, Bench, etc. https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs   Bodybuilding For Beginners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3etmDbp   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout and Hitpoint Protein: DISCOUNT CODE: “HUNT10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/