The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I answer a collection of random questions. Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Questions: Sean: If I'm training first thing in the morning and my goal is mass gain (hypertrophy) should I try to get in a good amount of carbs the night before? Or any nutrition recommendations? Charlie: I train at 2am – 3am before going to work. I don't eat until noon – 8pm. Should I get something in me after that early AM training? Or is it alright to wait until noon? I've been waiting and my body and stomach handle it well. Brandon: What does a current day of eating look like for you? Samuel: How come we don't see more IFBB pros especially the men's categories using a flexible dieting approach? You see more and more women doing it but not men? Austin: You talk about flexible dieting and tracking macros a lot, is there ever a time to follow a structured meal plan? Gil: How do you prepare top sirloin so it's not so tough to chew? Last time I grilled it, mediumish doneness, it was not easy to chew. Trey: How long did you train people in person before you segmented into the online business? Also, did you have a large social media presence when you initially started the online business? When you do your bodybuilding accessories do you worry about RPE, train to failure or just chase a pump in some cases? Shawn: Hey Kyle, how often would you recommend someone train in the higher rep ranges for the main lifts (5+ reps)? The reason I ask is I feel I am big enough for my height (5'11) and simply just need to get stronger for my weight class which is the u105kg. Thanks, Kyle. Adam: How do you balance between old-school methods and new age research? Justin: If you were not in the fitness industry what would you be doing right now? Dylan: What are your favorite books, podcasts, and exercise in the gym? Will: When you go out to a bar, what do you drink? Mitch: Powerlifting has grown in popularity so much in recent years, what do you think is the future is for the sport? Luke: Do you waste time on anything unproductive? Miles: What has been the biggest challenge being a dad? Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I answer questions from my newsletter and Instagram. 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 Questions from the show: Seth: With IPF worlds being this week, what is the biggest consistency you see between the top lifters? Do you think the higher level you achieve in powerlifting the more you should train with game day equipment? Such as kilo plates, combo racks, and power bars? When are you planning to compete next and if soon how is the prep going? Christopher: What's up Kyle? So me being in the military I tend to travel a lot. Currently in key west for the month. What are some go-to meals or tips for nutrition when living out of a hotel for a month? Also as a fellow Bills fan how do you feel about the upcoming season and the pick of Allen over Rosen? Love the podcast man keep it up and everything you do. Mark: When peaking for a meet is pure linear periodization better than dup? I know you really like dup and I do as well but I'm only referring to a peak when preparing for a meet. Bryan: My question, I'm curious to know what are your personal goals for powerlifting this year? Any lifting numbers you are looking to hit and which lift do you feel needs the most work? Mark: Hi Kyle! Love your podcast! A few questions...Do you have a top 3 list of protein-packed foods that are your go-to snacks/meals when you are busy and don't have time to meal prep? 2.) I do weight training/total body workouts 3 times per week (45-minute sessions). I use apps like Nike Training and Fitstar to assemble my training routines. Despite my level of effort to push and complete my sessions, it seems like I never see gains in muscle mass that I would expect. Thoughts on what could help or what I might be doing wrong? Molly: What do you recommend adding into your diet initially when beginning to reverse diet?!? ie, what macronutrient and then specific foods…should it be fruit, low gi- carbs like lentils etc. James: Hey Kyle my question is regarding peaking for a powerlifting meet. How long should a peaking section in a program be? And after peaking how long should you have before you peak again? I ask because I have 2 meets 9 weeks apart. 1 is central championships and the other is provincials. In order to qualify for Nationals, I need to do both meets. Nick: 1. Thoughts on your good friend Nick Wright cutting down and starting a new chapter in his fitness career? 2. What makes a good pre-workout supplement? We all use them here and I saw that you switched brands for your pre-workout, why did you switch pre-workouts? 3. What are three fad diets going on right now that you wouldn't recommend people trying and why? 4. What is one food that is a staple in your every day eating? Like Jeff Nippard has kiwis. What would be the one thing Kyle Hunt is known for eating? Tyler: Did you watch FinalX this weekend? Dake and Taylor both compete Saturday. How about things you should know going into your first meet, such as things to bring/wear/expect? Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with Lacey Dunn. Lacey is a bikini competitor, a Master's student in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetic Intern at Texas Women's University on her way to becoming Registered Dietitian in August 2018! We talk a lot about nutrition in this show. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Lacey: http://www.upliftfit.org/ Instagram: @faithandfit Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with multi-time National and World Powerlifting Champion Sioux-z Hartwig-Gary. Sioux-z is the head coach for the USAPL Raw Open National Team and is currently getting ready to compete in IPF Worlds. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Sioux-z: https://www.supremesportspt.com/ Instagram: @siouxz52kg Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I answer common training and nutrition questions. The questions I go over on the show - How to increase bench press arch. Training priorities to focus on. Nutrition priorities to focus on. How to prioritize conditioning or Metcons while on a strength program. Should you avoid "trigger" foods while dieting? Training around injuries. Cheat Meals vs. Refeeds. My real thoughts on the Vertical Diet Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Israetel and discuss the facts and fallacies of cutting weight for powerlifting. When is it a good time to cut weight? When is it not? Should you diet the weight off, or rely solely on a water cut? These are the questions we discuss, sit back relax and enjoy! PS - If you enjoy the show, make sure you are subscribed! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Mike: https://renaissanceperiodization.com/ Instagram: @rpdrmike Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code "STRENGTH" Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at to save $15 http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Viada. He has worked with over 300 athletes of all ages and levels, in sports ranging from bodybuilding to ultra-running to triathlon to cycling to powerlifting. He has also prepared close to 40 individuals for Ranger School, SFAS, BUD/s, and other selective military programs. His Hybrid Training method is simple — it consists of breaking down the demands and unique stressors of every type of training an athlete requires and programming to target specific demands. The result is a style of programming that has produced a significant number of powerlifting triathletes and 300+ pound runners. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Alex: https://completehumanperformance.com/ Instagram: @alex.viada Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I bring Jim Wendler back on for his second appearance on the show! Jim is the creator and author of the 5/3/1 Training Program. This program has been used by millions of athletes and lifters of all ages and abilities. Jim played football at the University of Arizona where he was a three-time letter winner. He went on to squat 1000 pounds in competition and is an accomplished Elite Powerlifter with a 2,375 pound total. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Jim: https://jimwendler.com/ Instagram: @jimwendler Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with CrossFit OG Ryan Fischer. Ryan is the owner of CrossFit Chalk and the host of the Real Chalk Podcast. This episode is wild! Ryan's story might be one of the craziest rises to success you will ever hear. From being homeless and living on a strangers couch to owning one of the best CrossFit gyms in the country...he even had to steal food from Wholefoods at one point to survive haha! This episode is entertaining, sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Ryan: http://crossfitchalk.com/ Instagram: @RyanFisch Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andy Galpin. Andy has a phD in muscle physiology, is a professor, scientist, and author. It's safe to say, this dude is pretty smart. We dig into the details of understanding research and why sometimes it's better to just let the experts analyze the data. We also talk about weight cutting for MMA and Powerlifting. Is there a scientific way to cut weight? We finish up with a talk on supplements, what supplements should we be taking to improve health and performance? Sit back, relax and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Andy: http://www.andygalpin.com/ Instagram:@drandygalpin Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/ Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/ DesignCrowd: Absolute Strength listeners receive up to $100 off their design project at https://www.designcrowd.com/strength or enter promo code STRENGTH Take your mobility to the next level with a Mobility Wod Subscription DISCOUNT CODE: "Kyle15" at http://bit.ly/MWODkyle *Or just get 10 days FREE to try it out.