The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I talk about my Instagram experiment, the four books I read in April, and answer questions from listeners.  Download FREE Flexible Dieting Manual: HERE Questions on the show: 1: I have always been told you should not eat at night, is there any truth to this? 2: Hey Kyle, I have a teenage daughter who plays high school soccer. Should she be training differently than the boys?  3: W...

The idea that you can maximize progress by altering what you eat before, during, and after a workout is nothing new. This concept is called peri-workout nutrition, and it has been around for a long time. Although peri-workout nutrition may not be as important as once thought, it can make a difference. Besides, often there is no downside to implementing these strategies. Since you have nothing to l...

In this episode, Derek and I answer questions submitted by listeners of the show.  Q#1: Hey Kyle, I heard that creatine causes hair loss and baldness, is there any truth to this? Q#2: I travel a ton for work and it makes it hard to follow any type of diet. Do you have any advice for things I can eat on the go, or what to order when frequently eating at restaurants? Q3: I have a strange question. I...

Almost every food has been villainized by the media. Of course, we have the typical culprits such as processed food, saturated fat, and sugar getting the brunt of the attention. But, depending on where you look, you can find things like grains, red meat, and dairy receiving similar treatment. Furthermore, there are even some circles that recommend avoiding fruits and vegetables. You may be thinkin...

In this episode, I answer questions from Instagram.  1: Why do lighter weights sometimes feel heavier than usual? 2: I'm overweight and currently eating at maintenance. When should I start cutting for summer? 3: When does intra workout carbs make sense? 4: Advice to break out as a fitness coach in the saturated fitness coach/influencer realm we live in? 5: Are deloads a good idea? When should you...

The fitness industry is built from arguably, one of the most persuasive advertising tools in existence – the transformation picture. These "before and after's" are used to sell everything from workout equipment, coaching, books, and supplements. But, at the personal level, these transformations sell hope. Few things in fitness are as exciting as the prospect of losing body fat. In the beginning, s...

Two plates. It's a milestone for every young lifter. We all remember that feeling of pushing up 225lbs for the first time. Some of us probably even remember the gym where it happened. It's safe to say a 225lbs bench press is a big deal. However, as we advance in our lifting career, the expectations rise. Eventually, it becomes unacceptable to just hit 225lbs for a rep or two. The next goal is to r...

In fitness, time on task should be worth a lot. However, sometimes experienced people still struggle with their fitness goals. Why is that? We all follow basically the same pattern with any new skill we learn. We start off wanting to get better at something, gather information from a book, website, podcast, or coach, practice until we reach an acceptable level, and then let it become automatic. Fo...

In this episode, I go over how to calculate calories and macros for building muscle and losing fat. The "secret" to any diet in terms of body composition comes down to calories and macronutrients. Every diet is a macro diet, whether you track them or not. In my opinion, regardless of what diet you choose to hitch your wagon to, it makes sense to learn how to calculate calorie and macronutrient tar...

In this episode, Heather and I answer questions about supplements! What are the three best supplements for building muscle and general health? Should you take a break from caffeine? Is it a bad idea to dry scoop pre-workout? We go over all of these questions and more in today's episode. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with He...

In this episode, I talk about how to use percentages, RPE, and RIR in your training. Both percentage-based training and an autoregulated approach using the RPE scale and RIR have their place. The key is understanding how they fit together to help you get the most out of your training. Knowing which string to pull at the right time is one of the primary aspects of programming. Either way, both meth...

In this episode, I sit down with sports psychologist Dr. Jason Selk. Jason was the director of sports psychology for the St. Louis Cardinals from 2006 to 2011. He is a bestselling author, international speaker, and top performance coach. During the show, we talk about training for mental toughness, the dangers of problem-centric thinking, goal setting, the mental side of injury rehab, and more. Si...

In this episode, Derek and I talk about a bunch of random things and answer questions from listeners at the end.  Questions on the show: 1. I have heard when you are cutting, it's a bad idea to have carbs and fats in the same meal. Is there any truth to this? [should the post-workout meal be low fat?]  2. When you get closer to your genetic potential is there anything you have to change or do diff...

In this episode, I sit down with Cory Gregory. Cory is an OG in the fitness space. During the show, we talk about old-school bodybuilding, powerlifting, getting the right squad around you, mindset, and more! Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Cory: https://maxeffortmuscle.com/ IG: @corygfitness   Connect with Kyle:  http://w...

Let's face it, training to build muscle can get boring. The most effective training programs involve the same basic exercises repeated consistently, and progressively over time. With that being said, variety is the spice of life. How many cable crossovers and dumbbell curls can you do before getting tired of it and joining a CrossFit gym? Sometimes just adding in a new exercise can give you an add...

Questions on the show: Q1: Since I started lifting, I have been a home gym guy. However, I recently moved across the country and sold all of my equipment. My question is, what should I look for when picking out the right gym? Q2: When it comes to arm training, do you still recommend the general 10-20 sets per week for biceps and triceps, or do you account for indirect volume from presses, rows, pu...

In this episode, Heather and I talk about the keys to reaching your fitness goals this year.    Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Heather: Instagram: @h_jacques   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Absolute Progress 2.0: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/collections/programs/products/absolu...

In 2019, I recorded a podcast titled, 19 Book You Need to Read in 2019. I received a lot of great feedback from that episode. However, I feel this type of piece needs to be updated from time to time. And, I'm a book nerd so, here we are three years later with an updated list. The new year is the perfect time to pick up a new habit, or better yet, work on becoming a better version of yourself. New...

In this episode, I sit down with best-selling author Mike Matthews. During the show, Mike and I talk about ways to achieve easy fitness wins to build consistency in 2022.

In this episode, I sit down with Brad Schoenfeld. Brad is one of the leading researchers around muscle building and fat loss. During the show, we talk about what science tells us about training volume, progressive overload, rep ranges, training to failure, exercise selection, cardio, and more. This episode is loaded with information. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www...

In this episode, I sit down with Bobby Dautrich. Bobby is co-owner of All American Roughneck and Axe and Sledge Supplements. During the show, Bob outlines his unconventional path to becoming an Ironman. He went from 275 pounds and not running, biking, or swimming to completing an Ironman within nine months. You are going to love this episode. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: ht...

In this episode, Derek and I look ahead to 2022. Are you set up to make 2022 your best year yet? Sit back, relax and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Connect with Derek: Instagram: @DerekCharlebois   Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Absolute Progress 2.0: https://kylehuntfitness.shop/col...

In this episode, I sit down with the CEO of Renaissance Periodization, Nick Shaw. During the show, we talk about Nick's background in fitness, how RP was started, our love of reading, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!  Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Get 10% OFF Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://axeandsledge.com/   Connect with Nick...

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners. Is it better to do cardio or weights first, protein Intake 101, and what are overrated supplements for powerlifting? Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Get 10% OFF Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://axeandsledge.com/   Questions on the show: Q1: This is a three-part question about protein. What's more important, spreading protei...

In this episode, I sit down with Heather Jacques. Heather is a product specialist with Axe and Sledge Supplements. We talk about how she got introduced to fitness, her unconventional path into the supplement industry, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/   Get 10% OFF Axe and Sledge Supplements DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at https://ax...