July 14, 2025

Rapid Fire Q&A: Linear for Body Comp, Pelvic Tilt, Hip Flexors, 3x Per Week & More

51 minutes

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In this week’s Rapid Fire Q&A, the KILO crew returns post-breakfast and caffeinated for a deep, unfiltered dive into viewer submitted questions.

We kick things off with an in-depth breakdown of how to structure hypertrophy and fat loss using the linear model—when it works, when it doesn’t, and why our specialization models demand more thoughtful progression than just cranking volume over time.

Next, we dive into the “glute bias everything” trend that’s dominating social media and training culture. We unpack the consequences of over-prioritizing glutes at the expense of quads, knee health, and full-range training—highlighting why balance, structural alignment, and tendon strength matter far more than internet aesthetics.

Other topics include:

Why your hip flexors feel weak—and how to fix it
Progressions for correcting anterior pelvic tilt
How posture shapes exercise selection
If C-series lifts move up, does your warm-up change?
Strength standards by sport and how RFD shifts training
Advanced lifters training 3x/week, with variations based on male vs. female physique goals
Programming for athletes on gear
Floating heel exercises—useful or unnecessary?

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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:34 Hypertrophy and Fat Loss: Linear Model Discussion

04:09 Classic Contest Prep Approaches

07:55 Training Tips for Hip Flexors and Abs

11:25 Correcting Anterior Pelvic Tilt

17:48 Posture Assessment in Training

23:14 Strength Standards and Power Development

27:41 Strength Reserve and Injury Prevention

28:49 Case Study: Isaiah Pacheco's Injury and Recovery

30:04 Programming for Advanced Trainees

31:34 Training Considerations for Older Athletes