The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, Russwole makes his second appearance on the show! Russ is a 2x 83kg USAPL National Champion and recently took home the silver medal in the IPF World Championship. During the show, we talk about what could really break the sport of powerlifting out into the mainstream. How football players could dominate powerlifting if they wanted to. Why NCAA athletes should get paid. The benefits to competition. And more! Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Russ:  YouTube: @RusselOrhii Instagram: russwole   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the NEW Absolute Strength V2.0 Meet Prep Edition Program: discount “podcast” saves you 10% http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolutestrength2   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: discount “podcast” saves you 10%   http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I answer questions from my Instagram @HuntFitness. Get my NEW book - Absolute Strength V2.0 Meet Prep Edition Here: www.KyleHuntFitness.com/absolutestrength2   Questions on the show:  1. During a gaining phase, how do you know when you have gained enough weight/muscle and it's time to cut?  2. How do you hit macro and calorie goals while traveling a lot for work and living out of a hotel room? Also, how do you get in enough protein and calories while in meetings all day?  3. If your goal is powerlifting, how much added accessory work is too much?  4. Has there ever been a time when training has negatively impacted your life?  5. What advice would you give your 18 or 21 year old self?  6. It seems like you kick ass in a lot of areas in life, you are strong, a family man, and run a great business, what are some things you struggle with?   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services   Connect with Kyle:  Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Pr Breaker Materia - Discount Code "hunt10" https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I answer questions from my Instagram @HuntFitness My new book is LIVE - Absolute Strength V2.0 Meet Prep Edition Get it here: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolutestrength2 Save 20% off my new book with the code "blackfriday"    Questions on the show:  1. What are the best books on strength training?  2. What is the best way to break a plateau? My bench has been stuck at 290lbs for 2 years?  3. How do you determine how much volume you need, specifically relating to the Squat, Bench Press, and deadlift? 4. What are some exercises to improve grip strength? 5. How do you deal with bad workouts? 6. What is your honest opinion of steroids? Is it something you would ever consider doing?   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  *15% off Black Friday Special  

In this episode, I am joined by Derek Charlebois and we talk about a bunch of random topics.    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 Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I answer a wide range of questions from my Instagram @huntfitness. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Hire me as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Questions on the show:  1: Do you have to be strong to be a good powerlifting coach?  2: How do you properly set up a deload week?  3: Do you recommend chiropractic work as a recovery method or to help with injuries?  4: What's the best way to get an accurate measure of someone's one rep max? 5: What are your thoughts on A.I coaching? 6: How would you handle a trip (one week or longer) with no or limited access to a gym during a meet prep? 7: I'm starting a home gym, what pieces of equipment do you feel are essential?  8: What is 3 less than obvious reasons preventing people from becoming as strong as possible? 9: In your opinion, what are some of the most overrated/underrated exercises?  10: What are the pros/cons of performing top sets with backdowns vs. just straight sets?  11: I was a wrestler too, so I'm curious, what life lessons did wrestling teach you?      Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram     Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.  

In this episode, I answer questions from my Instagram @HuntFitness Questions on the podcast: 1- How do you balance "perfect" technique with progressive overload?  2- I'm 43 years old and finding it hard to put pounds on my total. I'm pretty sure I need to up my volume and/or frequency but as soon as I do, I get overuse injuries. How do you make progress as an older lifter that needs more recovery?  3-  How do you program accessory exercises differently in a strength block vs. a hypertrophy block? 4- Can you realistically improve all three lifts in a training cycle, or is it better to focus on 1 or 2? 5- Do you see a benefit or carry over from belt squats/pitshark to the back squat and deadlift?  6- Does cardio actually "kill" strength, and if so, at what point does cardio diminish strength?  7- Can you grow muscle in a caloric deficit? 8- How do you calculate how many calories you burn in a day? 9- Thoughts on excelling in your fitness journey with limited finances - as someone who can't afford basic supplements, enough food, and professional coaching services?  10- How has fitness changed your life?   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram     Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.      

In this episode, I sit down with American Top Team Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru. Phil has worked with multiple world champions as a strength coach for fighters such as Joanna Jedrzejczyk, King Mo Lawal, Tecia Torres, Dustin Poirier, Amanda Nunes, all at the world famous American Top Team. One of the major talking points on the show was how to balance the Strength and Conditioning of fighters with the different demands MMA training presents - striking, wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, etc. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Phil:  https://www.darustrong.com/ Instagram: @darustrong   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram    Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I answer questions from my Instagram @huntfitness   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Questions on the show:  1. [8:55] Macrocycle Planning for a mini cut/short fat loss phase? 2. [19:10] Number one piece of advice for someone who is constantly tweaking muscles? 3. [32:06] Can you effectively gain strength and size at the same time or should one be prioritized more?  4. [38:38] How do you feel about glucose disposal agents, effective or a waste of money? 5. [44:25] Are front squats a good option as an assistance exercise to help build a powerlifting competition squat?  6. [54:30] How much rest should you take between sets?  7. [1:01:45] What are your best strategies to satisfy cravings and help with hunger on a fat loss phase? 8. [1:11:26] Hydrolyzed Whey and Whey Isolate digest easier and more rapidly, but is it worth the extra cost?  9. [1:17:25] Why is it necessary to consume high sodium/ high-calorie foods on meet day? 10. [1:25:30] Who do you admire the most/who is your inspiration in the fitness world?   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.    

In this episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Ben Pakulski to talk about some unique methods to get jacked. We touched on how meditation can help you build muscle, why there is no such thing as "weak body parts", nutrition, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Ben:  https://www.mi40nation.com/ Instagram: @bpakfitness   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I talk about getting involved in the sport of powerlifting. When should you make the jump and compete in a powerlifting meet? Are you strong enough? Is it the right time? What is my biggest regret in the sport of powerlifting? 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   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram    Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility WOD Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: “Kyle15” at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.