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Welcome to The Absolute Strength Podcast hosted by author, powerlifter, and fitness entrepreneur, Kyle Hunt. This is a show dedicated to providing quality information on all things strength culture. The podcast features conversations with some of the biggest names in fitness, sports, and business. New episodes are released every week! Business inquiries: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I answer listeners' questions. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: I’ve been lifting heavy and focusing on powerlifting for a while now—do I need to mix in lighter phases either for better strength gains or for longevity, or can I keep pushing low reps year-round? What’s the…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss the importance of finding goals that matter to you and why bodybuilding is the best training for longevity. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://ww…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss the big sports weekend ahead. Who is going to win, Jake Paul or Mike Tyson? We disagree. Derek is with Mike, I say Jake. We also talk about some big NFL games before getting into the show's main topic: our all-time favorite training splits. What are the best 2,3,4,5, and 6-day sp…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss how realistic it is to get super jacked and strong. Can anyone bench press 315 pounds and look like a bodybuilder? If so, what holds people back? Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Man…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Questions on the show: If I have only 30 minutes to train ( 3 or 4 days a week), how would you suggest I structure my workouts to get the best results? In regards to supplements for building muscle, what basics would you recomm…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss the recent big news in the fitness industry. What do we think about Jeff Nippard's attack? Is there more to the story? Plus, we will talk about some controversies in the online coaching industry. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength …
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss the future of pro and local fitness competitions. For example, what will the future of classic physique be after Chris Bumstead retires? Is it dead? Has powerlifting's popularity declined? Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program…
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I love reading. It’s one of my favorite things to do in my spare time. But, when you get deep into reading, one of the first issues you run into is what to read next. So, I find myself perusing “best book” lists quite frequently. Here is my attempt to throw my hat into the ring. My goal is to create a well-rounded list. Of course, I’m limited to on…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss intensity techniques you might have forgotten that can make a big difference in your training. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfit…
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My birthday message - 33 lessons from 33 years of living and learning. Nobody likes you when you're twenty-three. Why? Because as I sit down to write this, I'm actually surprised I didn't write it ten years ago. I had a lot to say in my early twenties. The problem is, who wants to get life advice from a 23-year-old? Hopefully, no one. Well, what ab…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I answer your questions! Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Questions on the show: Hey Kyle and Derek! I love the show. I’m 60 years old and have been lifting for 30 years. The first 10 years or so I lifted for strength and the last 20 have been more hypertrophy style lifting. ( I also moved furn…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I discuss times when we were the most obsessed with fitness. We also touch on the benefits of not being the strongest person in your gym, the freakiness of Ronnie Coleman, AI taking all of our jobs, and more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Streng…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I ask ChatGPT for a list of questions to answer on the show. It's funny. We asked for questions specifically for The Absolute Strength Podcast and got five pretty good questions. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitne…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, Derek and I ask ChatGPT for a topic to discuss (it's pretty interesting) and then jump into some listener questions. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntf…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we discuss having an old-school mentality and not overcomplicating your fitness. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Ky…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we ask an interesting question: Why do you train the way that you do? A lot of it has to do with your training philosophy. If you don't have one, you should get one. We also discuss the benefits of recommitting to tracking macros. It's tedious, but it's guaranteed to work. Sit back, relax, and enjoy…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we answer questions from listeners. Questions on the show: How often should you change exercises? What is the deal with alcohol? How psyched up do you need to be to hit a big lift? As someone in their late 30s, do you have any tips or tricks for me to stay jacked? Other than yours, what are some goo…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we discuss things Broscience got right. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.com http://www.…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we will discuss how to stop getting hurt in the gym. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Sign up for the newsletter: The FREE Essential Strength Program The FREE Hunt Fitness Flexible Dieting Manual Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: KyleHuntFitness@gmail.co…
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In this episode of the Absolute Strength Podcast, we will discuss the 7 worst testosterone killers to avoid. Testosterone isn't just about getting jacked. It's a hormone that impacts every area of your life, from your energy levels to your mental health. Getting your testosterone in check is one of the first places to look if you want to optimize y…
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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 …
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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.kylehun…
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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 t…
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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.kylehuntfit…
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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 imp…
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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.kylehuntf…
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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 …
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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/servic…
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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.kylehuntf…
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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: …
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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…
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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://ww…
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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/serv…
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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…
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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: @D…
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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/ Con…
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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…
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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/ …
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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/ Co…
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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: KyleHuntF…
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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…
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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.prbreake…
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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 w…
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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: Kyl…
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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.kylehunt…
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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…
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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, …
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