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Training Around Injuries + Q&A

The Absolute Strength Podcast

Release Date: 08/29/2025

John Rusin - How to Train Pain Free for Life show art John Rusin - How to Train Pain Free for Life

The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. John Rusin.   Sign up for the newsletter:   Coaching: Training Programs: Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at  

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Training Intensity Made Simple: RPE, RIR, and Percentages Explained show art Training Intensity Made Simple: RPE, RIR, and Percentages Explained

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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 show art A Case Study in Becoming a Hybrid Athlete - Nick Smoot

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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 show art How to Train Hard Without Falling Apart | Q&A

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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 show art Alex Viada — What It Really Means to Be a Hybrid Athlete

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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 show art Ben Yanes — How to Think Smarter About “Science-Based” Fitness

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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    

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How the Fitness Industry Lost Its Way show art How the Fitness Industry Lost Its Way

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In this episode, Derek and I talk about how the fitness industry lost its way. What used to be about sharing knowledge, learning from experience, and helping people improve has turned into a game of algorithms, trends, and hot takes. We break down what changed, why authenticity still matters, and how to bring the focus back to real training and results. 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, Stay Motivated, and Learn From Pain [Q&A] show art How to Train Hard, Stay Motivated, and Learn From Pain [Q&A]

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In this week’s Q&A, Derek and I sit down to tackle some fun and thought-provoking questions from the listeners. We dig into how to really know if you’re training hard enough, the biggest lessons injuries have taught us, how to keep lifting exciting after two decades under the bar, and the weirdest things we’ve ever seen actually work in the gym. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!    Sign up for the newsletter:   Coaching:    Training Programs:   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at    

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Nick Smoot – Lessons from Being Kyle’s Understudy and an Online Coaching OG show art Nick Smoot – Lessons from Being Kyle’s Understudy and an Online Coaching OG

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In this episode, I catch up with my longtime friend Nick Smoot. We look back on the early Hunt Fitness days, what it was like for him to be my protégé, and how he became one of the first wave of online coaches. It’s mostly two friends swapping stories, but there are plenty of nuggets you’ll take away.   Sign up for the newsletter:   Coaching:   Training Programs:   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at    

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Matt McLeod – The Case for Taking Big Swings show art Matt McLeod – The Case for Taking Big Swings

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In this episode, I sit down with Matt McLeod to talk about taking risks, building deeper relationships, and stepping into the unknown. We dive into the power of big swings, how to embrace discomfort as a path to growth, and what it really means to live a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.   Sign up for the newsletter:   Coaching:   Training Programs:   Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Supplements: DISCOUNT CODE: "HUNT" at    

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In this episode, Derek and I discuss how to train around nagging injuries and answer questions from listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

 

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