The Absolute Strength Podcast

One of the best aspects of training for muscle growth is the freedom of choice. There's no exercise that you must do. You can build your legs without back squatting, your chest without benching, and your lats without lat pulldowns or pullups. However, these are all excellent exercises, and if you can do them, you should. However, not all exercises are great. In fact, there are a bunch of lousy one...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss our favorite and least favorite machines in the gym and how to implement them in your program. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here: Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/   Connect with Derek: @Derek...

It's a question that often lingers in the air at the gym-why am I not seeing better results? We all know the primary reason we train is to look super jacked. Yet, despite the countless hours we spend in the gym and our meticulous attention to our nutrition, we often fall short of our desired physique. This lack of progress can even lead to one of the most dreaded questions a man can get—Do you eve...

In this episode, Derek and I ask a simple question: Are You Doing Everything You Can to Build Muscle? Of course, most people's first instinct is yes. But is there more you could be doing? Find out on today's show. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach : http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle: Kyl...

One of my childhood heroes was legendary wrestler and coach Dan Gable. Dan is known for many famous quotes, but my favorite is this:  "If it is important, do it every day. If it's not important, don't do it all."  Now, of course, we can take this too literally. But in fitness, having daily habits to improve holds up. Here are five daily habits to improve your fitness and life. Sit back, relax, and...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss why progress is not always linear and outline a new program to look and feel good for Derek. Sit back, relax, and Enjoy!   Get your FREE powerlifting program here: Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/   Connect with Derek: @DerekCha...

In this episode, Derek and I answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Questions on the show: As you guys have mentioned on the pod recently, lengthened partials are all everyone seems to be talking about right now. How would you recommend implementing them into a program? Hey guys! I started powerlifting about a year and a half ago and found the podcast right around then. I'v...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss the recent popularity of using biomechanics to help with exercise selection. Does this make sense? And, if so, how should you use it to improve your programming? Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Get your FREE powerlifting program here: Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmai...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss the benefits of sleep, why most protein bars are overrated , and the best shoes for training. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Get your FREE powerlifting program here: Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/   Connect with Derek: @DerekCh...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss how to eat to be jacked, strong, and capable of kicking ass. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prb...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss how to train to be jacked, strong, and capable of kicking ass. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prb...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss the recent Tom Brady roast, why  its good college athletes are getting paid, training at home, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect wi...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss why I had to cancel the podcast last week, the movie industry, Dana White's new "biohacking" protocol, and why sometimes you  need to  trick yourself to get results. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength . Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitn...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss what your training is missing. It's probably not what you think. Or maybe it is. You will have to listen to find out. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss UFC 300, proper hydration, sleep, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prbreaker.com/   Progr...

In this episode, Derek and I outline a complete program to develop a well-rounded functional fitness routine. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   htt...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss various topics before getting into Q and A. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prbreaker.com/   Pro...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss setting up a diet for fat loss and some mistakes to avoid. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prbre...

In this episode, Derek and I outline an efficient PPL routine to build muscle in less than 60 minutes per workout. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss why powerlifting careers are so short. Does it come down to the psychology and mindset around powerlifting? Injuries? Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss cultivating longevity in nutrition. How do you stick to healthy eating for life? Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebo...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss cultivating longevity in fitness. How do you become a "lifer" who never stops? Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss why you train. Are you motivated to compete or just self-improvement? Which is better? We also answer a few questions at the end. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntf...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss the value of experience and what advice we would give our younger selves when we just started lifting weights.    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength .   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharle...

In this episode, Derek and I discuss the Lions' appearance in the NFC Championship game, genetics' role in sports, and cultivating a winning mindset.    Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/    Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois   https://www.prbreaker.com/   Programs: Absolute Progress...