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Choose Hard with Cody McBroom

Cody McBroomwww.choose-hard.com
Built For Those Who Choose Effort Over Ease. Choose Hard is the podcast for people who refuse average. Host Cody McBroom—a leader who’s lived it, built it, and teaches it—provides unfiltered insights, science-backed coaching, and values-driven strategies to help you build your body, sharpen your mind, and lead with purpose in a world that softens standards. ⠀⠀ So if you're ready to earn a stronger body and a stronger life—without taking shortcuts— this is your podcast.
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Episodes

Ep. 498 - The Mindset Q&A

Today Cody answers ONLY questions pertaining to building a resilient mind. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Trainer (TCM's Membership Site) to gain full access to daily programming and a private coaching forum for guidance. Learn more at: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.c...

Sep 28, 202059 min

Ep. 497 - Q&A: Finding Maintenance After Long Deficit, Skinny Fat Solution, and More...

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Trainer (TCM's Membership Site) to gain full access to daily programming and a private coaching forum for guidance. Learn more at: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/tailored-trainer/ OR download some free sample programs at: https://tail...

Sep 25, 20201 hr 2 min

Ep. 496 - Dr. Scott Stevenson on Fortitude Training

Scott Stevenson is not only extremely intelligent and well educated, but he also has a ton of REAL world experience in the trenches of bodybuilding and training, period. This combo is what makes great coaches, great. So it was an honor to have him on the show to dive into his training method, Fortitude Training, and have a discussion about what real coaching is. Follow Scott on IG @fortitude_training and check out his website http://drscottstevenson.com/index.html Head over to http://buylegion.c...

Sep 23, 20201 hr 7 min

Ep. 495 - What We Do With Clients at Tailored Coaching Method (FAQ)

Today we dive into our coaching method and explain to you exactly HOW we get the best results possible with all of our clients. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Trainer (TCM's Membership Site) to gain full access to daily programming and a private coaching forum for guid...

Sep 21, 202042 min

Ep. 494 - Q&A: Age’s Effect on Fat Loss, Stress Eating, and More...

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE ----- Timestamps: 9:45 - How do you get your clients to be mentally comfortable at maintenance? 15:00 - I seem to store fat unevenly on my right and left leg...is ther...

Sep 18, 202056 min

Ep. 493 - Carl Hardwick of OPEX Fitness

Today I have Carl Hardwick on the podcast to talk about lifestyle fitness! We go over his story to becoming the CEO of OPEX Fitness, what individual design is and why it's a more effective route for clients, where he thinks the industry is going, and so much more. Carl (and OPEX) and myself see eye to eye on a lot of things, which is one of the reasons this conversation was so great. Follow OPEX on IG at @opexfitness and Carl at @hardwickcarl - you can also find loads of content at www.opexfit.c...

Sep 16, 20201 hr

Ep. 492 - 7 Rules For Life

Cody dives into his 7 very specific rules for life, to show up as the greatest version of himself as he possibly can! Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE ----- 13:20 - Eat and move like an athlete. 19:30...

Sep 14, 202043 min

Ep. 491 - Q&A: My Greatest Accomplishments, Tips For New Coaches, and More

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Trainer (TCM's Membership Site) to receive exclusive content and interviews, monthly training programs, bonus eBooks, the private coaching forum, and more by visiting https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/tailored-trainer/ - you can even t...

Sep 11, 20201 hr 4 min

Ep.490 - Seeking Personal Happiness with Grant Dziak

This was a really cool conversation between two good friends, talking about LIFE. We dive into personal development, books we're reading, experiences that have changed our lives, and so much more. Follow Grant on IG at @grantmeabody Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Tra...

Sep 09, 20201 hr 7 min

Ep.489 - Q&A: Eliminating Impostor Syndrome, Personal Success Paths, and More...

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Join The Tailored Trainer (TCM's Membership Site) to receive exclusive content and interviews, monthly training programs, bonus eBooks, the private coaching forum, and more by visiting https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/tailored-trainer/ - you can even t...

Sep 07, 202052 min

EP.488 - Q&A: Finding Maintenance Calories, Adrenal Fatigue, and Rants on Success

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE ---- Timestamps: 0:45 - TCM Monthly Giveaway 3:40 - I’ve been counting Macros for a while now and I am in a cut at the moment, I’m planning on doing it for 12 weeks ...

Sep 04, 20201 hr

Ep.487 - Alcohol’s Effect on Fat Loss & Intermittent Fasting with CSO Dr. Roberts

This month's research roundup is HERE! Today Brandon (TCM's CSO) and Cody (CEO) go over research surrounding alcohol's effect on performance and body composition changes, as well as the research surrounding intermittent fasting on health and weight loss. If you'd rather read the research roundup for an in depth look at the studies and Brandon's interpretation, head over to www.tailoredcoachingmethod.com/blog Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%,...

Sep 02, 202049 min

Ep. 486 - The Definitive Guide To Thyroid Health

Today Cody dives deep into the world of hormones; a popular topic that needs to be understood, but is also greatly over exaggerated and used as a crutch for when individuals cannot get results. Listen in to hear the REAL side of this hormone and exactly what it is, what it does, and how to support it! Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom "enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%", start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for o...

Aug 31, 202052 min

Ep. 485 - Listener Q&A with Sam Miller Science

Our good friend Sam Miller was in town this week, so we decided to have him jump on and answer some questions with Cody! Follow Sam on instagram @sammillerscience Click The Link Below to sign up for the Tailored Coaching Mentorship (Only 10 spots open): https://tcm.securechkout.com/tailored-coaching-mentorship Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom enter code boom boom at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Appl...

Aug 28, 20201 hr 9 min

Ep. 484 - Brian Minor: Maximizing Hypertrophy As A Natural Lifter

Today I bring on Brian Minor to cover all things hypertrophy, for the natural lifter. We cover progressive overload, periodization, intensity vs. volume, perceived effort in the gym, program design for an athlete vs. gen pop, and more! Follow Brian on instagram @bdminor and check out his website at www.myojournal.com Click The Link Below to sign up for the Tailored Coaching Mentorship (Only 10 spots open): https://tcm.securechkout.com/tailored-coaching-mentorship Head over to http://buylegion.co...

Aug 26, 20201 hr 18 min

Ep. 483 - Nutrition FAQ Pt. 2 (Most Commonly Asked Questions)

Today we are diving into the second part of the most commonly asked nutrition questions asked to us as coaches at Tailored. Click The Link Below to sign up for the Tailored Coaching Mentorship (Only 10 spots open): https://tcm.securechkout.com/tailored-coaching-mentorship Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom to save 20% off, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to ...

Aug 24, 202049 min

Ep. 482 - Nutrition FAQ Pt.1 (Most Commonly Asked Questions)

Today we are diving into the most commonly asked nutrition questions asked to us as coaches at Tailored. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom and enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20%, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 2:05 - DO HORMONAL ISSUES NEGATE THE ENERGY BALANCE EQUATION THEORY? 10:...

Aug 21, 202052 min

Ep. 481 - Sean and Dala McDevitt: Successful, Together

Today's podcast is a really cool and authentic conversation between 3 friends. We mainly stayed around the topic of personal development, which we're all passionate about. But it was even cooler because we got to see their view and opinion on it, from a couples perspective (an entrepreneurial couple, at that). Follow Sean @fitnessshaman and Dala @dalalovesdumbbells Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom and enter code "boom boom" at checkout to save 20% to save 20% off, start earning loyalty...

Aug 19, 20201 hr

Ep. 480 - Q&A: ”Dangers” of Red Meat, Net Carbs, and Muscle Growth for Diabetics

Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom to save 20% off, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 0:45 - Tailored Coaching Mentorship Announcement 9:30 - Does it make sense to do an aggressive mini cut to lean out a bit and lose a bit of fat, gained on holiday? If so, would you just drop calories aggressively...

Aug 17, 202054 min

Ep. 479 - Training FAQ Pt. 2 (Most Common Questions)

Today we are diving into the most commonly asked training questions asked to us as coaches at Tailored. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom to save 20% off, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 1:30 - WHEN IT COMES TO THE ORDER OF EXERCISES IN A PROGRAM, DOES IT MATTER IF I CHANGE THINGS AROUND? 15:45...

Aug 14, 202043 min

Ep. 478 - Kyle Hunt: Absolute Strength

Today's guest is Kyle Hunt who operates Hunt Fitness as a coach and content creator, but he is also a 3x published author of strength training books. Today we cover so many amazing topics on strength training, I think you're really going to enjoy this practical and applicable conversation between two coaches. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom to save 20% off, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coach...

Aug 12, 20201 hr 8 min

Ep. 477 - Training FAQ Pt. 1 (Most Common Questions)

Today we are diving into the most commonly asked training questions asked to us as coaches at Tailored. Head over to http://buylegion.com/boomboom to save 20% off, start earning loyalty points, and supplementing with the top supplement company on the market. Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 7:10 - STRAIGHT SETS OR SUPERSETS, WHICH IS BETTER AND WHEN WOULD YOU USE ONE VERSUS THE OTHER? 12:05 -SHOUL...

Aug 10, 202044 min

Ep. 476 - Q&A: Motivating Loved Ones, My Childhood Dreams, % Based Training, and More...

Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 8:45 - I compete in the NPC bikini division. With the addition of wellness, I’m now told not to get too much more muscular. I’m 5’9 and build muscle relatively easily. I had optimized my training and nutrition for hypertrophy, but now I want to focus on maintaining the muscle I have without adding much more. I decreased my training volume and still feel like I have...

Aug 07, 20201 hr 6 min

Ep.475 - Research Roundup w/ Dr. Brandon Roberts: Fast vs. Slow Fat Loss & Exercise Order Within a Workout

This months research roundup, with TCM Team Chief Science Officer Dr. Brandon Roberts, is here and this month we dive into a study comparing fast and aggressive weight loss vs. slow and steady weight loss and a study about exercise sequencing and the importance of exercise order within a training program. Follow Brandon on Instagram at @brob_21 "Grab your Charity Shirt HERE: https://bbp.securechkout.com/donate "Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our priv...

Aug 05, 202046 min

Ep. 474 - Training Longevity, My Thought Process Evolution, and Going To Failure.

Today is another FAQ where I take 3 commonly asked questions and dive deep into some extensive answers for you. "Grab your Charity Shirt HERE: https://bbp.securechkout.com/donate " Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 3:11 - How do you train for results AND longevity, as you age? 20:45 - What have you changed your opinion on in the fitness/nutrition realm? 36:45 - Is going to failure something we shou...

Aug 03, 202047 min

Ep. 473 - Q&A: 3 Tips For Dieting After A Reverse, Training To Failure, & More...

This show is brought to you by our proud sponsors, Top Notch Nutrition. "Visit the link below to check out Top Notch Nutrition Supplements and save 10-15% off your entire purchase! HERE Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . Learn more about Creapure , the most trust worthy creatine monohydrate available. ---- Timestamps: 10:00 - Could you go in depth on the research on depression caused by supplementing with BCAAs whil...

Jul 31, 202056 min

Ep. 472 - Dr. Spencer Nadolsky: Hormones, Calories, and Fat Loss

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is a board-certified obesity specialist, lipidologist, and family physician who has helped 1000’s of patients over the past 9 years lose weight and keep it off. Dr. Spencer has an undergraduate degree in Exercise Sports Science from UNC-Chapel Hill where he also wrestled heavyweight and was ranked in the top 3 at one point in the nation. He speaks all around the world about weight loss and health and is also the author of The Fat Loss Prescription and The Natural Way to Beat...

Jul 29, 202055 min

Ep. 471 - How To Be Evidence Based

What does it ACTUALLY mean to be "Evidence Based"...? It's turning into a buzzword and many people don't truly understand what it means, how to be evidence based, or how to implement science into practice properly. So today, we dive into it! This show is brought to you by our proud sponsors, Top Notch Nutrition. "Visit the link below to check out Top Notch Nutrition Supplements and save 10-15% off your entire purchase! HERE Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to ...

Jul 27, 202042 min

Ep. 470 - Q&A: Weekend Warrior’s Diet, Menopause, Eliminating Cravings, And More...

This show is brought to you by our proud sponsors, Top Notch Nutrition. "Visit the link below to check out Top Notch Nutrition Supplements and save 10-15% off your entire purchase! HERE Apply for our World Renowned Coaching Program, RIGHT HERE . Remember to join our private FB community, RIGHT HERE . ---- Timestamps: 15:35 - In your recent podcast with Jackson Peos, he briefly mentioned strategies for dealing with hunger during a cut. Could you elaborate on that? What mindset adjustments or nutr...

Jul 24, 20201 hr

Ep. 469 - Ali Gilbert: Hormone Optimization

Ali Gilbert is a trainer, strength coach, nutrition coach, and hormonal specialist who works side by side with medical professionals to provide solutions to optimize hormones and the metabolism. Today we dive into exactly how she does that! Follow Ali Gilbert on instagram at @thealigilbert and check me out at @cody.boomboom This show is brought to you by our proud sponsors, Top Notch Nutrition. "Visit the link below to check out Top Notch Nutrition Supplements and save 10-15% off your entire pur...

Jul 23, 202053 min
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