The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I take questions from my newsletter on a variety of topics! Sorry this episode is a few days late. I will make it up to you! Thank you so much for all the support and feedback! The podcast has been growing a ton lately! If you enjoy the show, please share it with ONE friend you think would enjoy it also!  Questions:  Q1, Nick - When should you cut your calories lower or add more cardio during a cut. Or which one should you try first? Q2, Cameron - How to get your meals/macros in when you have a busy schedule and aren't a big eater. Bulking Q3, Abigail - What kind of pre-workout would you recommend to use during meet prep for USAPL?   Q4, What supplements do I recommend and not recommend?  Q5, Don - How to go about reverse dieting? Macros to follow when reverse dieting and should refeeds be included until bmr is reached Q6, Jaime - What is your favorite physical feature about yourself? Your favorite non-physical quality about yourself? Q7, Sarah - I would love for you to talk about: How to build muscle as a female, how many rest days one should take a week, etc. for a female trying to add size! Q8, Kevin - In regards to programming, how often, or in what training blocks, do you prescribe heavy singles prior to volume work or is it something that you regularly program throughout the year?  Q9, Isaac - Hey, Kyle wanted to ask if you have ever struggled with gaining weight (the mental part of it) after being lean Q10, Grambi - What's your favorite donut? lol and if you're not a donut fan, favorite cookie? favorite ice cream? For the show notes head over to the Hunt Fitness website http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/   This podcast is brought to you by my best selling ebook - Absolute Strength  Get Strong Now: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/  

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Johnny Brown and we talk about entrepreneurship, social media, and powerlifting. This is the first in-person guest podcast. During the show, we went through about a half a bottle of whiskey so the second half of the episode get's pretty interesting! Topics include: How a passion for online gaming became a business venture; How Johnny went from a gamer to powerlifter; When is the right time to start powerlifting; Training for strength vs. aesthetics; Meet PR's vs Gym PR's; What are the BEST social media platforms in 2017; At the end we opened the show up to questions from Instagram live.  For show notes go to: www.KyleHuntFitness.com     

In this episode, I talk with elite powerlifter Casey Williams. His best raw lifts to date on the platform are an 810 squat, 540 bench, and 738 deadlift with a 2088 total at 242 pounds with wraps.    Topics we go over:  - Why it's important to reach out for help. - The process of opening up a gym. - Searching for "more" when you have greatness in you.  - Rehabbing injuries to get back on the platform.  - The program he is on preparing for the Arnold.  - Attempt selection.  - Nutrition for powerlifting performance.  And more... Follow Casey on Instagram: @thecaseywilliams   For show notes head over to the Hunt Fitness site:  www.KyleHuntFitness.com    

In this episode, I sit down with natural pro bodybuilder Jeff Nippard. We had a great discussion on a wide range of topics.  Some of what was discussed:  - How Jeff went from the basketball hardwood to the bodybuilding stage - What is the relationship between building muscle and strength?  - Is it beneficial to powerlift if your ultimate goal is to be the best bodybuilder? - Best way to improve each body part - Chest, Back, Shoulders, Arms, and Legs.  and more!  Check out Jeff's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jeffnippard   Sign up for the newsletter: www.KyleHuntFitness.com   Follow Kyle: @HuntFitness on IG HuntFitnessTV on YouTube

In this episode, I answer your questions.  The questions answered in the show:  - How to start an IIFYM diet? - Top 5 books I would recommend to clients and friends? - Is online training still a good business idea? How would I do it if I was starting in 2017? - Thoughts on high protein non-traditional keto diets? Can you lose fat and build muscle with a keto approach?  - What music do I listen to at the gym? - What are my thoughts on Prohormones?  - Advice for a first time powerlifting meet. - What do I do to pump myself up at a powerlifting meet? - How long should you stay on a training program?   As always, find the show notes at www.KyleHuntFitness.com    

In this episode, I sit down with Bryce Lewis from The Strength Athlete.  Bryce is an elite powerlifter in the USAPL. He is the 2016 USAPL 105kg National Champion.    For the show notes go to www.KyleHuntFitness.com   Topics of the Show:  - How the quest to get better at volleyball lead Bryce to powerlifting. - What has he done differently the past couple years to dramatically increase his total?  - The resources that were most beneficial when learning how to structure quality programming. - What is the best way to make weight for powerlifting? Are there any special tricks? - What unique aspects do each lift require for optimal results? (programming, assistance movements, technique cues, etc.)   For more information about Bryce, check out his website: http://thestrengthathlete.com/   As always, this episode is brought to you by Hunt Fitness www.KyleHuntFitness.com      

In this episode, I sit down with Alain Gonzalez.  This was an especially fun show. We started off with a conversation about training for MMA and dug into the future of UFC's Ronda Rousey and Conor McGregor.  Alain has a really cool story. He only weighed 107lbs in his early 20s! Knowing he had to make a change, he got into lifting weights, and as they say, the rest was history!    Find out more about Alain at his website:  http://www.musclemonsters.com/   As always, this episode is brought to you by Hunt Fitness.  To read the show notes go to www.KyleHuntFitness.com      

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Syatt! Jordan coaches author/entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk.  Topics of the show: - How are backgrounds are very similar. Did we just become best friends lol? - What it's like training Gary Vaynerchuk? - How he got the job training Gary V...it's a pretty crazy story!  - Jordan reveals his top secret tips to improve your deadlift. (He deadlifts 4x his bodyweight!) - The current mistakes online coaches are making And more...   Check out Jordan's website at:  http://www.syattfitness.com/   As always, this episode is brought to you by Hunt Fitness.  www.KyleHuntFitness.com  

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Layne Norton!  Layne has a PhD in Nutritional Science, is a Pro Natural Bodybuilder and Powerlifter.    Topics include:  - How Layne became one of the pioneers in the "online fitness coaching" space.  - The difference between training for strength and muscle.  - Why most elite athletes don't make great coaches.  - Why Layne uses Blood Flow Restriction training MORE when powerlifting than bodybuilding.  - How Layne is working to get back from his injuries.  - Does Layne know of the BEST "secret" fat burning ingredient?    For more info on Layne, check out his website:  https://www.biolayne.com/   This podcast is brought to you by Hunt Fitness. For the show notes go to www.KyleHuntFitness.com    Get Stronger Now ==> Click HERE    

In this episode, I finish off 2016 with a review of the past year and look into what my goals are for 2017!  This turned into a really fun podcast! I talked about a wide range of topics. I started off with a name drop...what BIG name was supposed to be on the show this week? Next I dug into the online coaching space. Doesn't it seem like everyone is an online coach these days? What does the future hold?  What are my 3-4 "New Year's Resolutions" I want to work on in 2017?  I then went over what was the one take away I got from each of my Podcast guests in 2016?  I finished up with a review of my new article titled, "The 9 Best Assistance Exercises for Raw Powerlifting"  Read the article here: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/the-9-best-assistance-exercises-for-raw-powerlifting/   As always, this podcast is brought to you by Hunt Fitness.  For more information, check out the show notes for all podcast at: www.kylehuntfitness.com