Sometimes You Gotta Be a Little Crazy in the Gym
Release Date: 07/11/2025
How to Reach Your Goals in 2026
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, Derek and I look back at 2025 and ahead to 2026. Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
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Martha Salaya - Leaving Powerlifting and Building a Wellness Physique
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Martha Salaya and dig into her shift from powerlifting to the wellness bodybuilding division. We talk about why she stepped away from chasing numbers, how she rebuilt her training and mindset for a sport that demands a completely different approach, and what it’s like to evolve as an athlete after years in one lane. If you’re in a season of change or rethinking your own goals, you’ll get a lot from this one. Follow Martha: Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker...
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Rep Ranges, Smart Programming, and the Truth About Weight Loss Drugs
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In this episode, I talk with Nick Smoot. Follow Nick: Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
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Why Your Bench Sucks & Your Weekends Derail You | Q&A
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, Derek and I dig into real questions from listeners who are trying to make progress while dealing with normal life. We talk about why so many lifters stall on the bench around 185, how to survive early-morning training without feeling like a zombie, and what to do if you’re great for a few weeks and then fall off track. We also break down the “eat clean all week, blow it on the weekend” trap, plus how dads can stay consistent when kids get sick, and routines get wrecked. Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR...
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John Rusin - How to Train Pain Free for Life
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. John Rusin to break down what it really takes to lift for a lifetime. We cover smart exercise selection, how to train around pain, practical mobility work, and what an effective warm-up actually looks like. It’s a dense, actionable conversation to keep you healthy and strong for the long haul. Get John's new book: Pain-Free Performance: Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body Dr. John Rusin Website Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker...
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Training Intensity Made Simple: RPE, RIR, and Percentages Explained
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, Derek and I break down the differences between percentages, RPE, and RIR, and how each one actually fits into smart programming. We talk about when percentage-based work makes sense, why autoregulation matters, and how to use all three methods together without turning your training into something overly complicated. Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
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A Case Study in Becoming a Hybrid Athlete - Nick Smoot
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Nick Smoot to catch up and talk training, life, and everything in between. We dive into his recent transition to hybrid training — how he's balancing strength, endurance, and everyday life, and what he's learned along the way. Follow Nick: Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
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How to Train Hard Without Falling Apart | Q&A
The Absolute Strength Podcast
In this Q&A episode, Derek and I answer listener questions about training, motivation, and longevity in the gym. We talk about how to push intensity without constantly feeling beat up, what we’d do differently if we could restart our powerlifting careers, and whether it’s still worth competing if you’re not chasing elite numbers. We also share our go-to workouts for the days we don’t feel like training and wrap up by describing our dream gym setup. Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE:...
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Alex Viada — What It Really Means to Be a Hybrid Athlete
The Absolute Strength Podcast
Alex Viada has been discussing hybrid training for over a decade, long before it gained popularity on social media. In this conversation, we explore what’s fueling the hybrid training boom, how his thinking has evolved with experience, and why most people still misunderstand what hybrid training really is. Follow Alex: Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
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Ben Yanes — How to Think Smarter About “Science-Based” Fitness
The Absolute Strength Podcast
The term “science-based” gets thrown around a lot in fitness, but most people using it don’t actually think critically about what it means. In this episode, Ben Yanes and I talk about how to separate real evidence from buzzwords, spot red flags in fitness advice, and think smarter about who you trust. Sign up for the newsletter: Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at
info_outlineIn this episode, Kyle and Derek get real about what it actually takes to push past plateaus and stand out in the gym. Sometimes you just gotta flip the switch and get a little crazy. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!
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