The Absolute Strength Podcast

In this episode, I'm joined by Steve Denovi to talk about powerlifting longevity, the importance of building muscle

In this episode, I'm joined by the CEO of RP Strength, Nick Shaw.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Charlie Dickson to dig into his powerlifting journey through repeated injuries and the long road back from them. We talk about how he rehabbed and rebuilt his body, the prehab and training decisions he uses now to stay healthy, and what it was...

In this episode, Derek and I look back at 2025 and ahead to 2026. 

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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

In this episode, I talk with Nick Smoot.

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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

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...

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 ...

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.

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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

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.

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The term "science-based" gets thrown around a lot in fitness, but most people using it don't actually

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.

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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

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

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.

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In this episode, Derek and I rate more fitness topics as overrated or underrated.

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