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. 19 h fa

    E. 167 Tianna Weymouth on Olympia Prep, Coach Changes, PEDs & Recovery

    In this episode, I sit down with IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Weymouth to discuss her first Olympia experience, competing at the Arnold, navigating mental and physical health challenges, switching coaches, and the lessons she's learned as a professional athlete. We dive into the realities of bodybuilding beyond social media, including stage conditioning, blood pressure concerns, electrolyte balance, systemic fatigue, recovery, training execution, coach-athlete relationships, PED use, and the importance of advocating for yourself throughout your fitness journey. Tianna shares her experience dealing with anxiety, depersonalization, burnout, and learning how to prioritize health without losing sight of long-term goals. We also discuss individualized coaching, boundaries, training intensity, recovery, and why sustainable success in bodybuilding requires much more than simply working harder. Whether you're a competitor, coach, or someone pursuing physique goals, this conversation offers valuable insights into performance, health, mindset, and long-term development. Timestamps: - [00:00 - 04:24] - Tianna's First Olympia Experience & Expectations - [04:24 - 11:27] - Olympia Feedback, Conditioning & Bringing the Right Package - [11:27 - 16:30] - Arnold Invitations, Competitive Mindset & Long-Term Development - [16:30 - 22:58] - Switching Coaches, Boundaries & Prioritizing Health - [22:58 - 34:18] - Anxiety, Blood Pressure, Recovery & Rebuilding From Burnout - [34:18 - 39:16] - Outgrowing Coaches, Communication & Athlete Buy-In - [39:16 - 44:16] - Sodium, Potassium, Hydration & Performance Variables - [44:16 - 51:43] - Systemic Fatigue, Cardio Mistakes & Recovery Management - [51:43 - 58:34] - Training Intensity, Execution & Individualized Programming - [58:34 - 01:01:41] - Rest Days, Recovery & Learning to Slow Down - [01:01:41 - 01:08:27] - Self-Awareness, Personal Growth & Showing Up For Yourself - [01:08:27 - 01:22:58] - Coaching Red Flags, Boundaries & Personalized Coaching - [01:22:58 - 01:29:11] - PEDs, Expectations & The Reality of Muscle Growth - [01:29:11 - 01:39:38] - Why You Can't Build Significant Muscle During Prep & Long-Term Physique Development Links & Resources: Follow Tianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tianna.weymouth_ifbbpro/ Work With Tianna: https://pilyne.setmore.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

    1h 40m

  2. 4 gg fa

    E. 166 Why Your Waist Isn’t Getting Smaller (And What Actually Works)

    Why does your waist still look wide even after losing weight? In this episode, I explain the real factors that influence waist size, including body fat levels, muscle development, genetics, rib cage structure, hip width, abdominal training, and physique balance. I also break down common fitness myths surrounding waist trainers, lifting belts, fat-burning creams, and other popular waist-shrinking strategies. You'll learn how to create a more tapered physique, how to measure your progress correctly, and why building muscle in the right places often has a bigger impact than losing more body fat. If your goal is a smaller waist, stronger hourglass shape, better proportions, or improved physique development, this episode will help you focus on what actually works. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 03:15] - Why Your Waist May Not Be the Problem - [03:15 – 05:22] - The Two Factors That Actually Influence Waist Size: Fat & Muscle - [05:22 – 10:47] - Rib Cage Structure, Hip Width & Core Training Myths - [10:47 – 16:26] - Core Stability, Glute Training & Why You Can't "Turn Off" Your Abs - [16:26 – 19:30] - Waist Trainers, Creams, Wraps & Popular Waist-Shrinking Myths - [19:30 – 21:50] - Lifting Belts, Abdominal Control & Building a Stronger Core - [21:50 – 25:48] - The Truth About the Hourglass Shape & X-Frame Ratios - [25:48 – 30:29] - Measuring Your Starting Point & Tracking Waist Progress Correctly - [30:29 – 34:48] - Why Building Quads Creates More Curves Than Most Women Realize - [34:48 – 39:24] - Muscle Building Targets for a Smaller-Looking Waist - [39:24 – 40:55] - The Only Trendy Waist Strategy Worth Considering 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

    41 min

  3. 1 giu

    E. 165 Why Accountability Alone Won’t Help You Lose Weight

    In this episode, I break down what accountability actually means in fat loss and why most people misunderstand it. I explain why accountability isn’t someone forcing you to care about your goals, but instead a system that exposes the gap between your actions and the results you say you want. We talk about avoidance behaviors, underreporting food, emotional eating, shame around scale weight, behavior change, self-regulation, and why sustainable progress comes from consistent standards—not external pressure. I also discuss coaching boundaries, the role of awareness in fat loss, and why long-term success requires identity-driven habits instead of temporary motivation. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 03:43] – Why most people think they need accountability for fat loss - [03:44 – 06:23] – Avoiding check-ins, food logging, and uncomfortable truths - [06:24 – 09:54] – Defining accountability and why awareness creates behavior change - [09:55 – 14:23] – Avoidance patterns, distorted adherence, and self-deception in dieting - [14:24 – 19:56] – The 3 components of accountability - [19:57 – 24:04] – Scale weight, objective data, and why visibility matters in fat loss - [24:05 – 29:58] – Logging food after overeating and creating long-term behavior change - [29:59 – 36:10] – External accountability vs. internal motivation and self-respect - [36:11 – 39:20] – Why fear of disappointing others eventually stops working - [39:21 – 44:40] – Why behavior change takes time and the psychology behind food habits - [44:41 – 46:41] – Coaching boundaries, mental health, and staying within scope of practice - [46:42 – 52:29] – The real limiting factor in fat loss consistency and identity change - [52:30 – 59:30] – What actually drives long-term results 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

    59 min

  4. 29 mag

    E. 164 How to Stop Hating Yourself & Finally Build Real Confidence With Sue Bush

    Most women don’t struggle with fat loss because they’re lazy — they struggle because they’ve spent years hating themselves, chasing acceptance, and tying their worth to how they look. In this episode, Sue Bush joins me for an honest conversation about body image, confidence, discipline, self-worth, emotional healing, and the mindset shifts that changed her life. We talk about the pressure women feel to be accepted, how negative self-talk destroys progress, and why sustainable transformation starts with learning how to show up for yourself consistently. Sue shares her journey from insecurity, shame cycles, and perfectionism to building true confidence, emotional resilience, and a healthier relationship with herself, fitness, and food. We also discuss competing, social media pressure, boundaries, self-abandonment, therapy, discipline, and how to stop living for other people’s approval. If you’ve ever struggled with body image, self-confidence, emotional eating, perfectionism, or feeling stuck in cycles of self-sabotage, this episode will hit home. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 05:00] – Sue Bush’s fitness journey, coaching philosophy & creating sustainable fat loss - [05:00 – 09:30] – Sue’s viral Instagram series, accountability & calling people “up” - [09:30 – 13:50] – Why losing weight is easy — maintaining results is the hard part - [13:50 – 20:25] – Sue’s body image struggles, insecurity & discovering confidence through fitness - [20:25 – 27:00] – The moment Sue realized she didn’t want to feel miserable anymore - [27:00 – 31:00] – Women, acceptance, comparison culture & changing negative self-talk - [31:00 – 39:40] – Setting boundaries, people pleasing, self-abandonment & personal alignment - [39:40 – 43:50] – Taking care of yourself, emotional depletion & identifying what’s missing - [43:50 – 46:50] – Discipline, self-respect & why life isn’t fair — but your response matters - [46:50 – 51:56] – Healing trauma, changing your mindset & building emotional resilience - [51:56 – 59:30] – Sitting with yourself, finding alignment & creating lasting self-confidence Links & Resources: Follow Sue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suegainz/ Work With Physique Development: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE 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

    1 h

  5. 25 mag

    E. 163 Why You Keep “Falling Off” Your Diet (And How to Finally Stay Consistent)

    Most people don’t fail fat loss because they lack motivation — they fail because they can’t stay consistent long enough to see results. In this episode, I break down the real psychology behind fat loss adherence, emotional eating, self-sabotage, and why so many people keep “starting over” every Monday. We cover reactive dieting, loose tracking, overeating cycles, motivation dependency, and the hidden behaviors preventing long-term weight loss success. I also explain how to build non-negotiable standards, improve dietary adherence, stop relying on pressure or guilt, and finally create sustainable fat loss habits that actually last. If you feel like you know what to do but can’t stay consistent with dieting, nutrition, or fat loss goals, this episode will help you understand why. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 04:54] – Why fat loss progress keeps falling apart and the hidden reason people lose momentum. - [04:54 – 06:44] – The REAL reason most people can’t stay consistent with dieting. - [06:44 – 11:11] – What dietary adherence actually means and why most people misjudge it. - [11:11 – 14:03] – Why your expectations don’t match your fat loss results. - [14:03 – 20:07] – Emotional dieting, negative motivation, and the toxic fat loss cycle. - [20:07 – 23:41] – Self-image, personal standards, and inconsistent eating behaviors. - [23:41 – 26:00] – Chasing goals vs escaping discomfort during fat loss. - [26:00 – 32:20] – Why your habits are tied to consequences instead of identity. - [32:20 – 34:30] – What real fat loss consistency actually looks like. - [34:30 – 38:49] – Why pressure, urgency, and “starting over” keep you stuck. - [38:49 – 41:00] – Why most people regain weight after dieting phases. - [41:00 – 43:40] – How to actually stay “on track” with nutrition and fat loss. - [43:40 – 48:28] – The biggest fat loss excuses sabotaging your progress. - [48:28 – 51:08] – Why weight loss always works when true adherence is present. - [51:08 – 54:00] – Overtraining, excessive cardio, and hidden self-sabotage behaviors. - [54:00 – 59:23] – How to stop restarting your diet and finally stay consistent. 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

    59 min

  6. 18 mag

    E. 162 Why Your Traps Keep Growing (The Real Problem Isn’t Genetics)

    In this episode, I break down why so many people struggle to actually target the muscles they’re trying to grow—and why poor scapular stability is often the real issue behind trap dominance, neck tension, and upper body imbalances. I explain how instability at the scapula changes muscle recruitment patterns, why many rear delt and shoulder exercises unintentionally become trap exercises, and how improving scapular control can completely change your upper body development. We also cover common misconceptions around trap growth, overhead pressing mechanics, warm-up strategies, and why most people are searching for quick fixes instead of addressing the real problem. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 04:49] – Why trap dominance happens and how scapular stability affects upper body training. - [04:50 – 07:10] – Scapular movement explained and why instability changes muscle recruitment. - [07:11 – 09:44] – Trap growth misinformation, PED myths, and why genetics aren’t the full story. - [09:45 – 14:59] – The real issue: scapular instability, elevation vs depression, and compensation patterns. - [15:00 – 17:44] – The biggest mistakes during lateral raises and rear delt flies that overgrow traps. - [17:45 – 23:55] – Overhead pressing, neurotoxins/Botox for traps, injury risks, and muscle recruitment. - [23:56 – 26:44] – Why people want quick fixes instead of improving scapular control and movement quality. - [26:45 – 33:26] – Warm-ups, mobility drills, scapular holds, and stability exercises that actually help. - [33:27 – 38:19] – Windmills, shoulder stability progressions, and exposing upper body weaknesses safely. - [38:20 – 41:20] – Exercise order, movement prep before compounds, and how to improve upper body targeting long term. 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

    41 min

  7. 15 mag

    E. 161 What Bodybuilding Really Costs Women (Hormones, PEDs & Motherhood) With Daraja Weidemoyer

    In this episode, Daraja Weidemoyer and I dive into the evolving standards of bikini bodybuilding, the increasing density required to stay competitive, and the difficult conversations surrounding PED use, fertility, and long-term health. Daraja shares her perspective on building a pro-level physique naturally, navigating PCOS and endometriosis, and the impact birth control had on her mood, recovery, and overall well-being. We also talk about the identity shift that comes with motherhood, learning to adapt your routine instead of chasing perfection, and why balance and sustainability are critical for longevity in bodybuilding. This episode is a real conversation about competing at a high level while staying aligned with your values, protecting your health, and creating a life outside of the sport. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 03:20] – Daraja Weidemoyer intro, bodybuilding journey, and becoming a mom. - [03:21 – 11:29] – Bikini bodybuilding becoming denser and evolving judging standards. - [11:30 – 17:26] – PED use, genetic potential, patience, and risk tolerance in bodybuilding. - [17:27 – 22:07] – Fertility, virilization concerns, and family planning in bodybuilding. - [22:08 – 30:29] – Birth control, PCOS, PMDD, and hormonal health struggles. - [30:30 – 35:22] – Managing PMS, mindset shifts, and improving self-awareness. - [35:23 – 43:59] – Competing after motherhood and adapting to the new bikini standard. - [44:00 – 48:14] – Finding a new rhythm as a mom while pursuing bodybuilding goals. - [48:15 – 52:59] – Letting go of rigidity and adapting training to real life. - [53:00 – 59:59] – Why balance and flexibility create longevity in bodybuilding. - [01:00:00 – 01:05:59] – Social media comparison, mindset, and staying aligned with your values. - [01:06:00 – 01:17:33] – Building more size, lifting heavier, and Daraja’s future competitive goals. Links & Resources: Follow Daraja on Instagram: @darajaweid Work With Daraja: https://refinedstrengthcoaching.com/services/ 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

    1h 18m

  8. 11 mag

    E. 160 Why You’re Gaining Fat Instead of Muscle (Building Phase Mistakes)

    In this episode, I break down why most muscle-building phases fail—and it usually has nothing to do with the plan itself. I explain why building muscle requires a completely different level of discomfort than fat loss, why you need to commit to the process even when you don’t like how you look, and how inconsistent adherence on both training and nutrition is the biggest reason people spin their wheels. We also cover the truth about “lean bulking,” why comparison (especially with enhanced athletes) will mislead you, and how to actually make a build productive by focusing on execution, training intensity, and being coachable. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 03:49] – Why most builds feel unproductive and the gap between expectations vs reality. - [03:50 – 06:49] – Building muscle requires a different kind of “suck” than fat loss. - [06:50 – 10:59] – Tunnel vision, consistency, and why you don’t have to love the building phase to succeed. - [11:00 – 14:59] – Having a clear reason to build (you can always lose fat later). - [15:00 – 18:29] – PED misconceptions, “lean bulk” myths, and committing fully to the process. - [18:30 – 23:56] – The fastest ways to gain fat in a build. - [23:57 – 29:28] – Why most builds fail. - [29:29 – 32:13] – Overcomplicating training (glute bias myths). - [32:14 – 37:13] – Being coachable, accepting feedback, and removing ego from progress. - [37:14 – 40:16] – Stop ignoring weaknesses. - [40:17 – 42:48] – You know if you’re truly adherent. 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

    43 min
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Descrizione

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

Informazioni

  • Creatore
    Cory Hageman
  • Anni di attività
    2024 - 2026
  • Puntate
    167
  • Classificazione
    Contenuti espliciti
  • Copyright
    © Cory Hageman
  • Sito web del podcast
    Self-Selecting

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