• Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer

Hunt Fitness

Flexible Dieting / Strength and Conditioning

  • Home
  • About
  • Coaching
  • Articles
  • Podcast
  • Testimonials
  • Programs
  • Contact
  • Newsletter

Kyle Hunt / August 16, 2018

Volume vs. Intensity, RPE vs. Percentages, When to Deload, Training for Older Lifters, and More – Absolute Strength Podcast Ep. 153

Listen to the show here:

Listen on iTunes

Listen on Stitcher

Listen on Google Play

 

In this episode, I answer questions submitted from Instagram and my newsletter subscribers. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

 

Hire Kyle as your coach: https://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/

 

Questions on the show:

1- How do you design training programs for older athletes in their late 30’s or early 40’s?

2- Do you use the RPE scale or percentage based training for intermediate lifters?

3- How do you improve speed off the floor with sumo deadlifts?

4- Do you calculate the volume lifted for all of your programs, or do you simply increase intensity over time?

5- If you had to pick one, what is more important – consistency in your diet or training?

6- What is the peak age performance wise of a strength athlete?

7- Thoughts on training volume vs. intensity for the best way to increase strength?

8- What are some tips for building a big chest?

9- Do you ever do any hypertrophy training? Or, do all of the gains come from powerlifting?

10- How do you know when you’re approaching your genetic potential/limit as a strength athlete? Or, is there even such a thing as a genetic ceiling?

11- Do you believe in bodyweight set points? If so, how do you set one after losing weight?

12- Do you always program deloads every 4 weeks or no? Also, what are your thoughts on peaking for a beginner lifter?

 

Connect with Kyle: 

Instagram: @huntfitness

YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV

 

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.

 

The Previous 10 Absolute Strength Episodes:

Episode 143: Nutrition Talk with Bikini Competitor and Future RD Lacey Dunn

Episode 144: Similarities Between Elite Powerlifters. My Personal Lifting Goals. Fad Diets. Peaking for a Meet. Reverse Dieting. Q&A 

Episode 145: Random Rapid Fire Q&A on Training, Nutrition, Parenting, and Business

Episode 146: The Squat King Ray Williams

Episode 147: 7 Ways to Stand Out as an Online Fitness Coach in a Crowded Market

Episode 148: 10 Things You Can Do to 10x Your Results in the Gym

Episode 149: My Take on Exercise Selection, Training Around Injuries, Losing Fat While Gaining Strength, Artificial Sweeteners, and More

Episode 150: Q and A on Supplementation with Derek Charlebois

Episode 151: Seven Common Powerlifting Mistakes

Episode 152: Q&A on Meet Attempt Selection, Optimizing Carbohydrate Intake, Squatting Everyday, and More 

 



 

 

Filed Under: Podcast, Uncategorized Tagged With: podcast, Q and A, rpe vs percentages

Recent Posts

  • Where Have I Been? Life Update + BJJ Training, Efficient Workouts, LTAD, and UFC White House Card Thoughts – Q&A | EP 546 June 21, 2026
  • Is Static Stretching Overrated? Progression, Cardio, and Fat Loss | EP 545 February 1, 2026
  • How to Stay Strong Without Living in the Gym – Q&A| EP 544 January 25, 2026
  • Mueller Revive M4 Full Leg Recovery Boots Review January 20, 2026
  • Steve Denovi – Powerlifting Longevity, Building Muscle, and the Gut Cut | EP 543 January 18, 2026

Footer

About Me

Who is Kyle Hunt? Learn More

Copyright © 2026 · Digital Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in

  • Articles
  • Podcast
  • ONLINE FITNESS COACHING