The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Joe Stanek for the second time! We talked about a wide range of topics in this show including: how music effects training, the importance of developing a bullshit detector and how to plan out a yearly powerlifting cycle. Connect with Joe: Instagram: Joe_tsa YouTube: @JoeStanek Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV

In this episode, I answer questions from Instagram (@huntfitness) Here are the questions: Q1: joe_tsa - Where do you see the direction of the fitness industry going next? Q2: ashlynbrierre - Which is easier on your knees front or back squats? Q3: mo_a89 - Implementing controlled cardio in a powerbuilding program a good idea? Q4: i_am_ray_wong - When should one reset their day's macros if for example one has a a few overnight shifts throughout the week. Keep it consistent and reset macros when it's a new day or dependent on person sleep cycle. Q5: bee_stayfit - Are you going to train for another meet in the near future? Q6: brandonpapp_ - When do you recommend moving up in a weight class? Q7: nicholasjames45 – My question is about chest press form and the high arch. I see a lot of people giving people a hard time about the huge arch. What is the right form to use to get strength on your bench? My other question is when is okay to take your butt off the bench when your pressing? I saw you do it a couple times in your past videos. I do it sometimes too but I've been trying not too. Q8: chrisgates14 – I got into training late -- not until my late 20's. I've heard people suggest that being late to the game effects the amount of progress & gains you can make in the gym (you miss the major growth period in your teens/early 20's, testosterone levels decrease, etc). Is that true? If so, how drastically? Q9: 8talltines - Do you think your podcast would be successful if you didn't already have a following on another platform? Reason for my question is, I want to start a hunting podcast, but I don't have a following on any other platform. Thank you for your input! Q10: gijohns3 - Best way to incorporate cardio in a routine? And also where do get epic swim trunks haha Q11: americanbeauty37 - How do you implement an 80/20 IIFYM approach to eating? More specifically do you calculate 80% of each macro or can the 80% be determined from total calories? Q12: edwardgardner6190 - How strong are you? Q13: yuryk0877 - What kind of mobility/warmup/stretching drills do you incorporate pre-workout (upper and lower body) and what post-workout routines do you do for better recovery after lifting? Q14: erickmandoval - What's your biggest problem with the fitness industry today? Q15: corey_perfection – Did your chest get that big just from benching all these years? Q16: wavvy.boy - Best excessive for legs and calfs. Q17: rubenbrammer - How do you do your HIIT? If you do HIIT? Q18: tcpower_91 - Thoughts on the Wendler 5/3/1 program? Q19: grambi00 - Have you ever had a massage before? Sports massage? Deep tissue? If so, did you find them helpful, especially with lifting? Connect with me: Instagram: @HuntFitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now - The Absolute Strength eBook: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength

In this episode, I sit down with fitness YouTuber Maxx Chewning! This conversation was a lot of fun. We talked a lot about the importance of sticking to a training program, the benefits of percentage based training and getting stronger while maintaining or losing weight. We also dug into why Maxx feels he has been so successful on YouTube. Connect with Maxx: Instagram: @MaxxChewning YouTube: youtube.com/maxxchewning https://www.everforwardapparel.com/ Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: youtube.com/huntfitnesstv Get Stronger Now: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I sit down with Gary Vee's old trainer, Mike Vacanti. Mike has an interesting story that I know you are going to enjoy! We started off the show talking about caffeine consumption. How much caffeine do we drink? How much is too much...can there ever be too much lol? Next we dug into our early days of fitness, what is the learning process of a fitness pro? You might be surprised! Next, we ventured into social media a little bit. We talked about the pros/cons and why most people are program hopping on life! This lead us to talk about how Mike became Gary Vaynerchuck's coach. This is a great story in taking advantage of your opportunities! Lastly, we talk about the importance of learning if you can take a punch for real and in life. (the end is my favorite). Connect with Mike: Instagram: Mike Vacanti YouTube: Mike Vacanti YouTube Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @HuntFitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now! - Absolute Strength eBook/Program http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I answer questions submitted from my newsletter subscribers! Questions from the show: Question 1 – My take on aggressive fat loss diets. Question 2 – Would I ever consider offering guided programming? Question 3 – Carb cycling 101 Question 4 – French Press Coffee ratios and how to recover from a cold/flu? Question 5 – Bulgarian Training for Powerlifting Question 6 – Over saturation in the fitness industry? Question 7 – Lifting and nutrition advice for a 13 year old? Question 8 – What to do after a linear progression program? Question 9 – Daily Undulation Periodization Question 10 – Do I still track my macros every day? Should you? Question 11 – Best exercises for back and core? Question 12 – Should you use creatine while cutting? Question 13- How to train for MMA? Sign up for the newsletter here: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/flexibledietingmanual/ Connect With Kyle: Instagram: @HuntFitness YouTube: HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I sit down with the director of branding and marketing for Gamma Labs, Sal Triolo. We had a great conversation. I wanted to have Sal on the show because we have a lot in common and always have epic conversations when we are together. We started out the show talking about why there is REAL 24 Karat Gold in Gamma Labs new pre workout 24K. We then spent some time talking about MMA, wrestling and of course training. Sal also laid out the strategy Conor McGregor can use to be competitive with Floyd Mayweather... If you want to try the new pre workout 24K from Gamma Labs go to GammaLabs.net *Use the code "teamhf" for 10% off. Connect with Sal: Instagram:Sal_Triolo YouTube: Sal Triolo Connect with Kyle: Instagram:@HuntFitness YouTube:@HuntFitnessTV Get Stronger Now! Get the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I sit down with Jorge Rosado. This was a great conversation! We covered so much content, it would take an essay to write it all out for you. The overlaying theme of this episode is improvement - be honest with yourself, take a helicopter view on your life, and make changes to improve. Connect with Jorge: Instagram @fitness_iq YouTube: @flexibledieterz Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @huntfitnesstv Get Stronger Now! Get the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program here: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Kevin Lisak. We went over a ton of topics during this episode. Topics of the show: *Contest Prep 101 *How the presentation of "Flexible Dieting" has changed over the years. *The story of how Kevin got destroyed by a prowler. *Overcoming injuries and training smart *The gluten free diet fallacy *How social media has changed the fitness industry. *Setting goals and staying motivated And more! Connect with Kevin: Instagram: @KevinLisakFitness YouTube:@KevinLisakFitness Clothing: https://mindovermatterco.com/ Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @HuntFitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV Website: www.KyleHuntFitness.com Get Stronger Now! Absolute Strength eBook: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I sit down with CrossFit games hopeful Tim Paulson. Tim is a gym owner and competitive CrossFit athlete. Topics of the show: *The process of opening up a successful gym. *Explaining the qualifying standards for the CrossFit Games. *The yearly and weekly training cycle for a CrossFit athlete. *Benefits of hiring a fitness coach. *The strength standards for CrossFit *How Flexible Dieting has made him a better athlete. *The difference between a CrossFit lifestyle and the CrossFit Games. *And More Sign up for the newsletter + get a FREE book on Flexible Dieting: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/flexibledietingmanual/ Connect with Tim: Instagram: @trexpaulson Connect with Kyle: Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: HuntFitnessTV Get Stronger Now: Absolute Strength eBook: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/

In this episode, I answer questions submitted from my newsletter group. Sign up for the newsletter here: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/flexibledietingmanual/ Questions from the show: 1 Alain: What are your thoughts on the highly popularized YouTube strength standards (bench 225, squat 315, and deadlift 405 -all for reps)? Realistic? 2 Nick: (1) You're thoughts on expos like the Arnold? And would you ever have a booth or complete there? (2) Dumbbells vs barbells, should you do both? (3) How important is stretching and warming up? Specially to prevent injury or to improve your lifts? (4) What is the top necessary equipment you need to bring to the gym? 3 Mike: How important is sleep for training? 4 Ian and Don: Would love some advice/guidance on nutrition and eating on a day of a powerlifting meet. (24 hour vs 2 hour) 5 A Few People: How to decide what weight class to compete in? 6 John: Hey Kyle my question is about social media. I am designing a trading card game similar to yugioh or Pokémon if you have ever played those and I'm trying to get a bigger following what is the best way to do that? Second question is that I'm designing a bodybuilding card game where you collect meals sleep and workouts to get your "gainz" lol do you ever play board games and would you play one about bodybuilding? 7 Kurt: How often do you feel DOMS after your workouts? 8 Victor: What is your take on Christian McCafferys 10 reps on the bench press portion of the NFL combine? Does it accurately depict his future at the running back position? 9 Mitch: I had the question about why powerlifters, bodybuilders, etc. don't incorporate wild game into their diet? Lower fat content and organic. 10 A few people asked: I do powerlifting programs but I wanna grow my arms. How would you go about combining the two? 11 Issac: Thanks for answering my previous question! I would like to ask what to do when I get buried by linear progression, should I move on to periodization? For a little bit of context my lifts are definitely what most people would call novice, but I am a small guy (48kg). 12 Ethan: What was your motivation when you started cross fit and would you ever consider going back to it? Connect With Kyle: Instagram: @HuntFitness YouTube: HuntFitnessTV Get Strong Now: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/