The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Israetel and discuss the facts and fallacies of cutting weight for powerlifting. When is it a good time to cut weight? When is it not? Should you diet the weight off, or rely solely on a water cut? These are the questions we discuss, sit back relax and enjoy! PS - If you enjoy the show, make sure you are subscribed!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Mike:  https://renaissanceperiodization.com/ Instagram: @rpdrmike   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/     DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code "STRENGTH"   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 to save $15 http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Viada. He has worked with over 300 athletes of all ages and levels, in sports ranging from bodybuilding to ultra-running to triathlon to cycling to powerlifting. He has also prepared close to 40 individuals for Ranger School, SFAS, BUD/s, and other selective military programs. His Hybrid Training method is simple — it consists of breaking down the demands and unique stressors of every type of training an athlete requires and programming to target specific demands. The result is a style of programming that has produced a significant number of powerlifting triathletes and 300+ pound runners. Sit back, relax and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Alex:  https://completehumanperformance.com/ Instagram: @alex.viada   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH   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 bring Jim Wendler back on for his second appearance on the show! Jim is the creator and author of the 5/3/1 Training Program. This program has been used by millions of athletes and lifters of all ages and abilities. Jim played football at the University of Arizona where he was a three-time letter winner. He went on to squat 1000 pounds in competition and is an accomplished Elite Powerlifter with a 2,375 pound total. Sit back, relax and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Jim:  https://jimwendler.com/ Instagram: @jimwendler   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH   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 CrossFit OG Ryan Fischer. Ryan is the owner of CrossFit Chalk and the host of the Real Chalk Podcast. This episode is wild! Ryan's story might be one of the craziest rises to success you will ever hear. From being homeless and living on a strangers couch to owning one of the best CrossFit gyms in the country...he even had to steal food from Wholefoods at one point to survive haha! This episode is entertaining, sit back, relax and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Ryan:  http://crossfitchalk.com/ Instagram: @RyanFisch   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/    DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH   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 Dr. Andy Galpin. Andy has a phD in muscle physiology, is a professor, scientist, and author. It's safe to say, this dude is pretty smart. We dig into the details of understanding research and why sometimes it's better to just let the experts analyze the data. We also talk about weight cutting for MMA and Powerlifting. Is there a scientific way to cut weight? We finish up with a talk on supplements, what supplements should we be taking to improve health and performance? Sit back, relax and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Andy:  http://www.andygalpin.com/ Instagram:@drandygalpin   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/   DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH   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, Jordan Syatt comes back for his second appearance on the show. Jordan is Gary Vaynerchuck's personal trainer. This was a fun show. Sit back, relax and enjoy!    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Jordan:  Instagram: @SyattFitness YouTube: @JordanSyatt   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Israetel. Mike has a PhD in Sports Physiology and was a former professor of Exercise and Sports Science. We end up talking a lot about grappling in the episode, setting the stage for a future strength and conditioning episode. Sit back, relax and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/    Connect with Mike:  https://renaissanceperiodization.com/ Instagram: @rpdrmike   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I sit down with the 2008 Mr. Olympia (202lb) David Henry.    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with David:  https://dhenrypro.com/ Instagram:@davidhenry_ifbbpro   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/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/  

In this episode, I sit down with natural pro bodybuilder and 93g powerlifter Brian Minor. We talk a lot about training in this one. Sit back, relax and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/    Connect with Brian Minor:  http://myojournal.com/ Instagram: bdminor   Connect with Kyle Hunt:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/

In this episode, I go over a concept that improved my life as a child. Once I realized nothing was holding me back, everything changed. Do you overestimate everyone successful around you? More importantly, do you feel you are incapable of the same success for yourself? If so, that needs to stop. 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 Training Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE “hunt10” at https://www.prbreaker.com/