The Absolute Strength Podcast

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...

In this episode, I talk with Nick Bare from Bare Performance Nutrition.  I had a lot of fun catching up with Nick. It had been about 2-3 years since we last connected so this was far overdue.  In the show we talk about: - The process of starting a supplement company - Overcoming the struggles and limitation of being a small startup company.  - What has contributed the most to his YouTube success -...

In this episode, I sit down with the host of Barbell Shrugged Mike Bledsoe! We talked about a wide range of topics. This is a podcast you do not want to miss!    Some of the topics in the show:  - How Mike's approach to training and nutrition has changed in the past couple years.  - The biggest mistake fitness entrepreneurs make.  - How important is an exercise science degree?  - The importance of...

In this episode, I sit down with Buffalo Bills sideline/beat reporter Sal Capaccio! This is a special "bonus" episode I know you are going to love. This is a nice change of pace from the type of shows you are used to.   During the show we talk about:  - How Sal broke into the broadcasting industry.  - How a love of sports turned into his dream job.  - The importance of being a multisport athlete i...

In this episode, I sit down and talk with Marc Lobliner. Marc is the owner of MTS Nutrition and CMO at TigerFitness.com. I have been friends with Marc since 2012. He is a character to say the least, so I knew this was going to be an EPIC conversation!  Some of the topics we discussed:  - How Marc got into lifting and bodybuilding. - Why his first (and only) powerlifting meet turned into a "blowout...

In this episode, I answer questions submitted from my newsletter subscribers! Some of the questions asked... Q1- What is Kyle Hunt's training/programming currently looking like? Q2- How would set a program for someone who is switching from bodybuilding training to powerlifting style of training? Q3- How to stay on track with training/marcos with the holidays coming up? Q4- Hey Kyle just started li...

In this episode, I sit down with Hani Jazayrli from The Strength Athlete.    During the show we talk about... How Hani first got involved in the sport of powerlifting. How he transitioned from his day job to a full time powerlifting coach. The benefits of having great mentors and coaches.  How many times should an athlete compete per season? Unique programming techniques for each of the big three...

In this episode, I talk with Ian McCarthy from the Lifting For Life YouTube channel and No Bullshit Bodybuilding Facebook page.   This was a great discussion! I recommend listening to this episode twice to make sure you catch everything we talked about.   Topics of the show: - Flexible Dieting - What it means to be evidence based - How anorexia got Ian into lifting weights - Training Frequency - S...

*Bonus Episode*  In this episode, I sat down with my good friend Nick Wright. This is a bonus episode, the second podcast this week. You are essentially a "fly on the wall" during our conversation as we catch up.  Topics include:  - What are Nick's future powerlifting goals? - Making small changes for big improvements.  - The story about how we met. - Powerlifting Programming (frequency, assistanc...

In this episode, I sat down with Joey Percia from Joeypercia.com.  Joey has a great story I think a lot of people can relate to! We talked about a wide range of topics including... Building muscle, powerlifting, programming, education, recommended books, and more.    Overall it was a great conversation, I know you are going to enjoy.  To find out more about Joey, check out his website  http://joey...

In this episode, I talk with Joe Stanek from The Strength Athlete.  We covered a lot of ground in this show!  Some of the topics discussed are: - How Joe got into powerlifting. - Why he decided to study exercise science at Syracuse University. - What is the best way to break into the online coaching industry. - His top 3 assistance movements for the big 3 squat, bench and deadlift.  - What his cur...

In this episode, I answer questions on a variety of topics.    Questions in the show:  1: Will people who purchased Absolute Strength get V2.0 for free?  2: What is the typical setup for Absolute Strength? Is it 6 days in a row, 3 on 1 off, etc?  3: What is your favorite book?  4: Where are you from?  5: Besides The Absolute Strength Podcast, what are your other favorite podcast to listen to?  6:...

In this episode, I discuss whether or not the sport of bodybuilding is dying.  The popularity of fitness is at an alltime high. Why is bodybuilding not following suit?  Is social media responsible?  Is it because there are so many other fitness options? ie. CrossFit, Powerlifting, Spartan Races, etc.  This episode is brought to you by Hunt Fitness.  www. KyleHuntFitness.com  

In this episode, I talk about the top 8 exercises I feel are the most overrated and the truth about muscle soreness.  The Top 8 Overrated Exercises / Implements  1- Bands and Chains  2- Partial Range of Motion  3- T-Bar Rows 4- Upright Rows 5- Barbell Shrugs  6- Front Raises  7- Leg Extension  8- Leg Press Is muscle soreness a key indicator of a good workout?    Hunt Fitness Website:  www. KyleHun...

In this episode, I talk about 3 key tips that will make a big impact on your bench press strength.    Tip #1: Dial in your form (you probably bench wrong)   Tip #2: Frequency is KEY    Tip #3: Choose the right assistance movements.    PS- What do you think is the most "overrated" bench press assistance movement?      Hunt Fitness Bench Press Specialization Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/...

In this episode, I talk about the 5 Fitness Facts I learned in The Past 5 Years.  The idea for this episode started when I found an old training journal from 2011. It brought back a lot of old memories and made me realize how far I have come in the past 5 years.  Here are 5 things I have learned since 2011: 1- There is a huge benefit to slowly increasing calories.  2- When it comes to strength, sp...

In this episode, I answer 10 questions on training, nutrition and business!  The Questions: Q1- Should refeed days be on your hardest training day?  Q2- What is the BEST training program for skinny guys to gain mass?  Q3- How often do you really need to take a rest day?  Q4- What's the deal with overtraining? Is there a such thing? Q5- If you could go back and start over, in terms of your fitness...

In this episode, I talk about how to get started in the fitness industry.  I start the episode off with why I am not going to the Olympia this year.    Points of discussion in the show: My first job in the fitness industry.  The first step in becoming a personal trainer.  How I started Hunt Fitness.  How I got a bunch of clients right from the start.  The pros and cons of getting an exercise scien...

In this episode, I talk about the number one thing holding back your training and give you my opinion of many "popular" training programs.    Question of the day: In regards to building strength vs. testing strength, how often should you test your strength?   In the show I explain... The definition of periodization. How to develop a program with built in progression.  What the difference is betwee...

In this episode, I answer the following 10 nutrition questions... 1- How many servings of fruits and veggies should you eat per day? 2- Is it possible to diet without tracking macros?  3- Are cheat days on a cut beneficial? How much damage can be done? 4- How to set up Pre/Intra/Post Workout Nutrition? 5- Are BCAA products worth the money? 6- What is my opinion of the Keto diet? 7- How to make wei...

I kick off this episode with a trip down memory lane. I talk about my first experience lifting weights and how I bench pressed 195lbs as a high school sophomore at under 100lbs bodyweight! Later on in the show I dig into the topic of using powerlifting style training for athletic development. What type of athletes would benefit the most from powerlifting? Are there any downsides of powerlifting fo...

In this episode, Kyle talks about the following topics...why he likes Podcasts more than YouTube videos, how Robb Wolf and Joe Rogan lead to the Absolute Strength Show, the 2016 Summer Olympics and if steroids should be allowed in sports.  FREE ebooks mentioned in the podcast:  Flexible Dieting Manual:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/flexibledietingmanual/ The Big 3 Technique and Programming Guide...