Ep 175: How to Calculate Calories, Perfect Technique vs Progressive Overload, Relevance of Specialization Routines, and Does Cardio Kill Gains

In this episode, I answer questions from my Instagram @HuntFitness Questions on the podcast: 1- How do you balance "perfect" technique with progressive overload?  2- I'm 43 years old and finding it hard to put pounds on my total. I'm pretty sure I need to up my volume and/or frequency but as soon as I do, I get overuse injuries. How do you make progress as an older lifter that needs more recovery?  3-  How do you program accessory exercises differently in a strength block vs. a hypertrophy block? 4- Can you realistically improve all three lifts in a training cycle, or is it better to focus on 1 or 2? 5- Do you see a benefit or carry over from belt squats/pitshark to the back squat and deadlift?  6- Does cardio actually "kill" strength, and if so, at what point does cardio diminish strength?  7- Can you grow muscle in a caloric deficit? 8- How do you calculate how many calories you burn in a day? 9- Thoughts on excelling in your fitness journey with limited finances - as someone who can't afford basic supplements, enough food, and professional coaching services?  10- How has fitness changed your life?   Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/     Connect with Kyle:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness YouTube: @HuntFitnessTV   Get Strong Now with the Absolute Strength Powerlifting Program:  http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/absolute-strength/   Improve Your Bench Press with my 6-Week Bench Press Program: http://kylehuntfitness.com/benchprogram     Get 10% OFF PR Breaker Materia Pre Workout: DISCOUNT CODE: "hunt10" at https://www.prbreaker.com/   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.