Self-Selecting

Cory Hageman

A podcast on everything under the umbrella of nutrition, training, PEDs, bodybuilding, and maybe the occasional non-fitness add-on with @cory_fit

  1. 4 Sept

    BONUS: How to Eat Untracked Meals Without Ruining Your Fat Loss Progress

    Social events, birthdays, holidays, and meals out don't have to completely derail your fat loss phase. In this episode, I walk through a real example of how I helped a client navigate two untracked restaurant meals and birthday cake in the same day while still keeping her fat loss goals in mind. Instead of trying to perfectly track every calorie—or writing the entire day off as a cheat day—I show you how to create practical guardrails around protein, portions, fullness, training, and food choices. I break down how I would approach everything from chicken and waffles to sushi and dessert, why I don't recommend starving yourself before a big meal, and how planning your food decisions before you get to the restaurant can prevent an untracked meal from becoming an uncontrolled one. The goal isn't perfection. It's learning how to enjoy meals and celebrations without turning one social event into a 3,000–4,000 calorie day you never intended to have. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 01:41] – How to Plan Two Untracked Meals During Fat Loss - [01:41 – 03:37] – Chicken & Waffles: Don’t Starve Before Eating Out - [03:37 – 05:45] – Protein, Hydration & Portion Control - [05:45 – 06:51] – How to Enjoy Restaurant Meals Without Overeating - [06:51 – 08:56] – Training Between Meals & Keeping Protein High - [08:56 – 10:36] – How to Navigate Sushi During a Fat Loss Phase - [10:36 – 12:30] – Order Less & Use Fullness as Your Guardrail - [12:30 – 13:55] – How to Plan for Dessert Without Blowing Your Calories - [13:55 – 14:49] – A Better Strategy for Cheat Meals & Social Events Links & Resources: Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ ⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  2. 31 Aug

    E. 182 10 PEDs Bikini Competitors Use: Risks, Side Effects & What You Need to Know

    What are bikini competitors actually using—and what are the risks that often get left out of the conversation? In this episode, I break down 10 categories of performance-enhancing drugs commonly seen in bikini bodybuilding, including anabolic androgenic steroids, GLP-1s, growth agonists, beta agonists, thyroid hormone, TRT, SERMs, SARMs, diuretics, and hormone replacement therapy. Rather than presenting these drugs as shortcuts, I explain why athletes use them, the potential side effects and contraindications, and why “female-friendly” or non-androgenic doesn’t mean risk-free. I also cover virilization, muscle loss, cardiovascular and liver concerns, hormone health, and why medical supervision and an individualized risk assessment matter when making decisions around PED use. If you’re a bikini competitor, physique athlete, or someone comparing your natural progress to enhanced physiques online, this episode will give you more context around what may be happening behind the scenes—and the trade-offs that come with it. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 05:23] – PED Use in Bikini Bodybuilding: Natural vs. Enhanced Expectations - [05:23 – 09:00] – #1 Anabolic Steroids - [09:00 – 10:12] – #2 GLP-1s - [10:12 – 13:21] – Androgenic vs. Non-Androgenic PEDs & GLP-1 Risks - [13:21 – 15:28] – GLP-1 Contraindications & Mental Health Considerations - [15:28 – 18:05] – #3 Growth Agonists - [18:05 – 19:19] – #4 Beta Agonists - [19:19 – 21:33] – #5 Thyroid Hormone - [21:33 – 24:02] – #6 TRT for Women - [24:02 – 28:39] – #7 SERMs: Estrogen, Contest Prep & Unnecessary Risk - [28:39 – 31:53] – #8 SARMs - [31:53 – 34:27] – #9 Diuretics - [34:27 – 37:37] – #10 HRT - [37:37 – 38:38] – PED Risk, Medical Supervision & Final Takeaways Links & Resources: Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ ⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  3. 21 Aug

    BONUS: 17 High-Calorie Foods That Make Building Muscle Easier

    Struggling to eat enough calories during a muscle-building phase without feeling uncomfortably full? In this episode, I share 17 high-calorie, lower-volume foods I use for myself and clients when food intake gets high. From dates, honey, kefir, and higher-fat dairy to seeds, dark chocolate, anchovies, and plantains, I break down practical ways to increase calories while still prioritizing whole foods, micronutrients, hydration, and training performance. If you're in a calorie surplus, struggling to hit your macros, or simply can't stomach another high-volume meal, these are simple foods and swaps that can make a muscle-building diet much easier. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 01:43] – High-Calorie, Low-Volume Foods for a Muscle-Building Diet - [01:43 – 02:50] – #1 Dates - [02:50 – 03:39] – #2 Honey - [03:39 – 04:41] – #3 Kefir - [04:41 – 06:31] – #4 Fairlife Milk - [06:31 – 07:50] – #5 Aussie Bites - [07:50 – 08:52] – #6 Coconut - [08:52 – 09:54] – #7 Chia, Flax & Hemp Seeds - [09:54 – 11:10] – #8 Walnuts - [11:10 – 12:48] – #9 Dried Fruit - [12:48 – 14:45] – #10–11 Hummus, Tahini & Higher-Fat Dairy - [14:45 – 16:25] – #12–13 Bone Broth & Dark Chocolate - [16:25 – 18:27] – #14 Anchovies & Sardines - [18:27 – 19:13] – #15 Plantains - [19:13 – 20:12] – #16–17 Pine Nuts & Cacao Nibs - [20:12 – 20:40] – Making a High-Calorie Diet Easier to Eat Links & Resources: Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ ⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  4. 30 Jul

    BONUS: When Should You Lower Calories for Fat Loss?

    Should you lower your calories when fat loss stalls? In this episode, I break down the decision-making framework I use with clients before ever reducing food. I explain why most people lower calories too quickly, the three data points you need before making any adjustment, and how inaccurate food tracking, poor adherence, and dietary fatigue often create the illusion of a plateau. I also cover how to evaluate your weekly weight trends, when a slower rate of fat loss is actually a good sign, why sustainability matters more than creating the largest possible deficit, and how to know whether lowering food will actually move you closer to your goal. If you're wondering whether it's time to eat less—or if you're simply guessing—this episode will help you make smarter fat loss decisions based on data instead of emotions. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:40] – The 3 Data Points Before Lowering Calories - [02:40 – 05:12] – Why Weekly Weight Averages Matter - [05:12 – 06:56] – Can You Sustain a Bigger Calorie Deficit? - [06:56 – 08:36] – Fat Loss Is Slow: Tighten Tracking Before Lowering Food - [08:36 – 10:41] – Dietary Fatigue & Knowing When to End a Diet - [10:41 – 12:37] – How Many Calories Do Most Women Lose Weight On? - [12:37 – 14:58] – When You Should (And Shouldn't) Lower Food Links & Resources: Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  5. 10 Jul

    E. 173 How To Use GLP-1s Without Losing Muscle or Regaining Weight | Dr. Christle Guevarra

    GLP-1 medications have completely changed the conversation around fat loss—but are they actually the right tool for you? In this episode, I sit down with family and sports medicine physician Dr. Christle Guevarra to explore the science, misconceptions, and real-world application of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and tirzepatide. We discuss how these medications influence hunger, food noise, reward pathways, and long-term behavior change, while also addressing common concerns surrounding muscle loss, dosing, training performance, libido, gray market peptides, and what happens after coming off the medication. Whether you're considering GLP-1s yourself, coaching clients who use them, or simply want an evidence-based understanding of these medications, this conversation provides the nuance that's often missing online. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 05:04] – Dr. Christle Guevarra's Background & Why GLP-1 Medications Changed Weight Loss - [05:04 – 10:09] – How GLP-1s Reduce Food Noise & Reward-Driven Eating - [10:09 – 19:12] – Scarcity Mindset, Food Behaviors & Who Benefits Most - [19:12 – 23:17] – Finding The Right GLP-1 Dose Without Sacrificing Nutrition - [23:17 – 26:27] – Why Aggressive Fat Loss & Oversized Deficits Backfire - [26:27 – 31:08] – Muscle Building, Staying Lean & Using GLP-1s Beyond Fat Loss - [31:08 – 32:40] – Building Sustainable Habits Before Coming Off Medication - [32:40 – 37:20] – What Happens After GLP-1s? Maintaining Results Long-Term - [37:20 – 41:59] – Setting Realistic Expectations & Understanding Your Fat Loss Goals - [41:59 – 51:21] – When GLP-1s May Cause More Harm Than Good - [51:21 – 54:49] – Women's Libido, Dieting & GLP-1 Side Effects - [54:49 – 1:00:50] – Gray Market GLP-1s, Retatrutide & Emerging Research - [1:00:50 – 1:04:59] – GLP-1s, Substance Use Disorders & Final Takeaways Links & Resources: Follow Dr. Christle Guevarra: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle/?hl=en Access The FREE GLP-1 Guide: https://drchristle.com/ Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ ⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  6. 26 Jun

    E. 170 IVF After Bodybuilding: Chanel Collette's Fertility & Pregnancy Journey

    In this episode, I sit down with Chanel Collette to discuss her journey through infertility, IVF, women's health, bodybuilding, and pregnancy. We explore the realities of trying to conceive after a long competitive career, misconceptions surrounding bodybuilding and fertility, the emotional and physical challenges of IVF, advocating for your health, and what it means to navigate pregnancy while building a business. Chanel shares her experience with hypothyroidism, elevated prolactin, a pituitary adenoma diagnosis, fertility treatments, IVF setbacks, and ultimately achieving a successful pregnancy. We also discuss the importance of finding the right healthcare providers, understanding fertility testing, and balancing health, career, and motherhood. Whether you're pursuing bodybuilding, navigating fertility challenges, considering IVF, or simply interested in women's health and family planning, this episode provides an honest look into the realities of the journey. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:26] - Chanel's Pregnancy Update, IVF Success & Entering Motherhood - [02:26 – 05:36] - What IVF Is, Fertility Basics & Family Planning After 35 - [05:36 – 10:47] - Does Bodybuilding Cause Infertility? Competing, PEDs & Reproductive Health - [10:47 – 16:15] - Fear, Fertility Awareness & The Emotional Reality of IVF - [16:15 – 19:04] - IVF Challenges, Medication Management & Advocating For Yourself - [19:04 – 24:04] - Hypothyroidism, Elevated Prolactin & Discovering A Pituitary Adenoma - [24:04 – 30:05] - Fertility Treatment, Surgery, IUI, IVF & Creating A Viable Embryo - [30:05 – 35:40] - IVF Results, Pituitary Tumors, Peptides & Women's Health Risks - [35:40 – 40:03] - Cabergoline, Dopamine Changes, Anxiety & Managing Prolactin - [40:03 – 44:40] - Pregnancy After IVF, Managing Risk & Remaining Hopeful - [44:40 – 48:11] - Finding The Right Medical Team & Self-Advocacy In Healthcare - [48:11 – 55:25] - IVF Transfer Process, Embryo Testing & Early Pregnancy Changes - [55:25 – 01:00:06] - Coaching, Business Ownership & Preparing For Motherhood - [01:00:06 – 01:05:14] - Birth Plans, Future Goals, Strong State Coaching & Final Reflections Links & Resources: Follow Chanel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chanelcollette/?hl=en Work With Chanel: https://linktr.ee/chanelcollette?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=7f29d77a-e2e6-439e-b614-34395a58cf0f Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  7. 17 Apr

    E. 155 How to Prevent Burnout in Bodybuilding Prep With Phoebe Hagan

    In this episode, I sit down with Phoebe Hagan to break down her journey through extreme bodybuilding burnout, how she rebuilt her relationship with the sport, and what’s fueled her comeback season. We dive into the real signs of burnout most athletes ignore, why taller bikini competitors need more muscle density, and how small training adjustments can completely change your physique. Phoebe shares how switching to macros improved her adherence, mindset, and longevity in prep, and why bodybuilding doesn’t have to be constant suffering to be successful. We also cover judge feedback, peak week strategy, and how giving yourself enough time to prep can make or break your results. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:00] – Phoebe Hagan intro + insane comeback season recap - [02:00 – 06:30] – Bodybuilding burnout story + losing passion for competing - [06:30 – 12:50] – Signs of burnout in bodybuilding (when to step away) - [12:50 – 16:50] – Why tall bikini competitors need more muscle density - [16:50 – 21:00] – Training strategies that created a competitive edge - [21:00 – 22:20] – Unilateral training, symmetry & injury prevention - [22:20 – 26:15] – Mid-prep training adjustments that changed her physique - [26:15 – 33:45] – This prep vs past preps (macros, flexibility, adherence) - [33:45 – 40:00] – Macros vs meal plans (avoid becoming a “robot” in prep) - [40:00 – 42:30] – Coaching mistakes: lack of communication & education - [42:30 – 46:30] – Does bodybuilding have to be suffering? (mindset shift) - [46:30 – 56:20] – Judge feedback, peak week strategy & physique refinement - [56:20 – 01:03:01] – Why giving yourself enough time to prep is critical Links & Resources: Follow Phoebe on Instagram: @phoebehagan_ Join The Posing Portal: https://theposingportal.com/home/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ ⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  8. 3 Apr

    E. 152 How to Fix Your Sleep, Manage Stress & Optimize Recovery for Performance (Dr. Andy Galpin)

    In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Andy Galpin to break down what actually drives performance—and why sleep is often the most overlooked limiter. We dive into how performance is always individualized, but sleep consistently shows up as the biggest bottleneck. We unpack common sleep misconceptions, how to improve it without unrealistic routines, and why behavior change—not more information—is the real solution. We also cover caffeine, nicotine, downregulation, and stress management, along with practical frameworks like the quadrant model and allostatic load, so you can better understand where your recovery is actually breaking down. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:30] – Andy’s background. - [02:31 – 05:08] – The biggest performance pillar. - [05:09 – 11:51] – Common sleep misconceptions. - [11:52 – 21:47] – How to assess poor sleep. - [21:48 – 23:30] – Managing caffeine intake: timing vs dosage. - [23:31 – 27:55] – Nicotine as a substitute for caffeine. - [27:56 – 30:49] – Learning to shift into a parasympathetic state. - [30:50 – 33:32] – Creating boundaries around sleep. - [33:33 – 36:14] – The quadrant model. - [36:15 – 39:38] – The rule of recovery vs training. - [39:39 – 48:09] – Allostatic load explained. - [48:10 – 52:25] – Managing sleep with kids, chaos, and unpredictable routines. - [52:26 – 56:47] – Sleep disruptions from partners and how to identify hidden issues like undiagnosed sleep disorders. - [56:48 – 01:02:22] – Travel and sleep. Links & Resources: Follow Dr. Andy Galpin on Instagram: @drandygalpin Connect With Dr. Andy Galpin: https://www.andygalpin.com/ Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/ https://coryfit.com/ Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min ⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ ⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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A podcast on everything under the umbrella of nutrition, training, PEDs, bodybuilding, and maybe the occasional non-fitness add-on with @cory_fit

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  • Creator
    Cory Hageman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    190
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cory Hageman
  • Show Website
    Self-Selecting

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