The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, Derek and I answer questions from listeners.    Get your FREE powerlifting program here:  Essential Strength . Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Questions on the show: Q1: Hey Kyle, I travel a lot for work and want to pick up some small equipment to take with me when I can't get to a gym. What can I get without spending too much money?  Q2: I have...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss periodization and how to plan your training for success. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Sign up for the Hunt Fitness newsletter and get two free ebooks: The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting Manual Essential Strength    Connect with Kyle:  Email: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com         Connect w...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss our gym pet peeves. Do you break any of the unwritten rules of gym etiquette? Sit back, relax, and enjoy.    Absolute Strength 3.0:  https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolute-strength     Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram:  @huntfitness...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss how to reach your goals in 2024. We review how to set SMART goals, time management strategies, 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois     Absolute Pr...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Questions on the show: 1: I'm a former powerlifter, but my main goal is hypertrophy/muscle building right now. My question is, I'm struggling with where to put deadlifts in my program or even if I need to do them. What are your guys' thoughts? For context, I pull sumo. 2: An older guy at the gym suggest...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Questions on the show: I have a question for you and Derek about personal training certifications. I am currently in a master's program for Exercise science and working in the field in a clinical setting, but I want to get a personal training certification so I could potentially do that as a side job as...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss fitness topics they have recently changed their mind about. 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois     Absolute Progress 2.0   Absolute Muscle     The Hunt Fi...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss why Thanksgiving and other holidays should not harm your fitness progress. This time of year is about enjoying yourself. We live a consistent lifestyle so we can enjoy the holidays guilt-free. Taking extreme measures to "earn" your food is a flawed approach. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Co...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss why now is the best time to start anything and how to stop having an all-or-nothing mentality. We also go over Derek's new bodybuilding training routine in detail. 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:  @HuntFitn...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss avoiding checking all of the boxes in your fitness journey except effort. Do you weigh, measure, and track all your food but still need to consume more fruits and veggies? Do you search high and far for the "best" training program but fail to train hard enough for it to make a difference? What you do on paper is only responsible for half of the results you u...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss a variety of topics. We begin by pondering at what age you reach peak powerlifting performance. Then, at the end, we answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Questions on the show: I am in a fat loss phase and want to start incorporating refeeds. My question is, should I have them on training days or rest days? Do you have any suggesti...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss avoiding burnout, diminishing returns from training, and utilizing intensity techniques. 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois     Absolute Progress 2.0   Abs...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss AI, Olympic lifting, and the new age of fitness influencers.    Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram:  @huntfitness YouTube:  @HuntFitnessTV   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois     Absolute Progress 2.0   Absolute Muscle     The Hunt Fitness FREE Flexible Dieting...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: I am new to powerlifting and want to be competitive and compete on the national stage eventually. My question is, what are some common mistakes new powerlifters make What are your thoughts on volume cycling throughout the year? Is there any benefit to periods of high volume followed...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss how to aggressively pursue big-time fitness goals. Most of the time, you want a sustainable approach. However, there is a time and place to push things hard. 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...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss achieving long-term fitness success with sustainable nutrition and training protocols. 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois     Absolute Progress 2.0   Abso...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss getting the most out of every rep. We talk a lot about effort, but effort only matters if you do the movements right. Things like technique, range of motion, and keeping the tension on the intended muscle are easy to let slip if you are not careful. We all need a reminder from time to time. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www....

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss using cardio for health and fat loss. We go over everything you need to know in programming effective cardio workouts. 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek answer questions from listeners.    Questions on the show: I just recently started a new job and I'm out of town all week in a small town with no gyms. I work construction, 12 hour shifts, 6 days a week with Sunday's off. What is the best way to maintain strength, should I do bodyweight stuff during the week, and do a SBD session on Sunday? Is it possible to maintai...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss the missing links in your fitness journey - sleep, nutrition, and mobility/flexibility. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    New Bench Press Specialization Program   Hire Kyle as your coach:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram:  @huntfitness YouTube:  @HuntFitnessTV   Connect with Derek: @DerekC...

In this episode, Kyle and Derek discuss ways to reestablish a sense of accomplishment from training and how a "functional" approach can lead to more enjoyment. 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   Connect with Derek: @DerekCharlebois...

In this episode, Derek and I catch up after a two-week break and answer questions from listeners.    Questions on the show: In regards to doing squat and deadlift where you normally hold your breathe through the movement to brace. Do you do the same breathing pattern when your doing high rep work? When I'm working in a low rep range I have no problem. Breath in at the top, Brace, All the way down,...

In this episode, I talk about the future of fitness and provide a quick life update. Thank you to everyone who regularly listens to the show. 400 episodes! Here is to 400 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   Absolute Progress 2...

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners. Can you believe it is August already? Kids will be going back to school soon. Football season is starting. Summer goes by fast. Episode 400 is next week. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!  Questions on the show:  I want a piece of cardio equipment for my house. I'm torn between a treadmill and a stationary bike. Is one better than the other? Are there...

In this episode, Derek and I answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Questions on the show:  1: If proximity to failure is important for hypertrophy, then should we be grinding our reps out toward the end of a set? Also, why is there so much emphasis on having perfect technique? Could that be a potential barrier to progress? 2: Hey Kyle, I love the podcast. My question is,...