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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. 9 hr ago

    E. 174 Why Your Lower Back Hurts During Glute Training (And How To Fix It)

    Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people stop progressing in the gym—but in many cases, the lower back isn't actually the problem. In this episode, I break down why lower back pain occurs during squats, RDLs, hip hinges, and glute-focused training, and explain how pelvic stability, core engagement, and movement quality influence performance and injury risk. I also discuss why simply treating symptoms isn't enough, how "small waist" culture can unintentionally contribute to lower back issues, and why proper warm-ups should assess movement—not just increase body temperature. Whether you're dealing with chronic lower back pain, struggling to grow your glutes, or trying to improve your lifting technique, this episode will help you better understand the root cause and train with more confidence. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 06:47] – Why Lower Back Pain Happens During Squats, RDLs & Glute Training - [06:47 – 11:12] – Lower Back Stability, Muscle Soreness & When Pain Is Normal - [11:12 – 13:37] – Five Questions To Identify The Root Cause Of Lower Back Pain - [13:37 – 17:00] – Why Your Lower Back Takes Over During Lower Body Exercises - [17:00 – 19:10] – Small Waist Culture, Bracing Myths & Injury Risk - [19:10 – 21:00] – Why Isometric Core Stability Won't Make Your Waist Bigger - [21:00 – 27:44] – How Proper Core Bracing Leads To Better Glute Growth - [27:44 – 33:33] – Pelvic Stability, The 90/90 Curl-Up & Preventing Lower Back Pain - [33:33 – 38:21] – Using Warm-Ups To Assess Stability Before Heavy Training - [38:21 – 43:06] – Why Fixing The Root Cause Beats Managing Lower Back Pain 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

  2. 3 days ago

    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

    1hr 5min

  3. 6 Jul

    E. 172 Warm-Up Sets vs Working Sets: The Mistake Killing Your Progress

    Most people either skip warm-up sets entirely or waste energy doing too many of them. In this episode, I break down the exact difference between warm-up sets and working sets, how to use warm-up sets as a performance assessment tool, and why they should guide your loading decisions rather than simply "getting a pump." I explain how I use warm-up sets to assess stability, movement quality, compensation patterns, and readiness before heavy lifts. We also discuss reps in reserve (RIR), exercise-specific warm-up strategies, progressive loading, movement sequencing, unilateral versus bilateral training, and how to make smarter decisions inside your workout. Whether your goal is glute growth, strength progression, hypertrophy, or improving exercise execution, understanding how to properly warm up can help you train harder, reduce injury risk, and get more from every working set. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:48] - Why Most Lifters Misunderstand Warm-Up Sets - [02:48 – 05:17] - Warm-Up Sets vs Working Sets: The Key Differences - [05:17 – 06:53] - What You Should Be Assessing During Warm-Ups - [06:53 – 12:37] - Reps, RIR & How Warm-Up Sets Should Actually Feel - [12:37 – 17:28] - Building Effective Warm-Up Progressions For Heavy Lifts - [17:28 – 21:15] - Identifying Compensation Patterns Before Working Sets - [21:15 – 23:38] - The Cost Of Skipping Movement Assessment - [23:38 – 29:36] - Warming Up For Bilateral RDLs vs B-Stance RDLs- [29:36 – 32:30] - Weight Jumps, Rep Drop-Off & Loading Decisions - [32:30 – 37:08] - Movement Order, Secondary Exercises & Warm-Up Strategy - [37:08 – 42:31] - Heavy Split Squats, Squat Patterns & Load Progression - [42:31 – 44:24] - When B-Stance Movements Are Your Primary Lift - [44:24 – 48:09] - Upper Body Warm-Ups, Stability & Pressing Performance - [48:09 – 50:49] - Individualizing Warm-Up Sets For Long-Term Progress 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

    51 min

  4. 29 Jun

    E. 171 When Should You Increase Weight In The Gym?

    How do you know when it's actually time to increase weight? In this episode, I break down the exact framework I use to determine when to add load, when to stay at the same weight, and when to focus on improving execution instead. We discuss progressive overload, reps in reserve (RIR), training intensity, hypertrophy, rep speed, exercise technique, glute growth, muscle building, recovery, and nutrition. Whether you're a beginner learning how to train hard or an advanced lifter struggling to break through a plateau, understanding how to properly progress your training can dramatically improve your results. This episode will help you stop guessing, train closer to failure, build more muscle, and make smarter decisions inside the gym. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 05:00] – Why Most Lifters Get Stuck With Progressive Overload - [05:00 – 11:20] – Following A Structured Program & Avoiding Training Mistakes - [11:20 – 20:36] – Training To Failure, RIR & Using Rep Speed Correctly - [20:36 – 25:40] – How To Know When It's Time To Increase Weight - [25:40 – 30:09] – Why Most People Undershoot Intensity & Load Selection - [30:09 – 34:08] – Skill Development, Confidence & Progressive Overload - [34:08 – 37:53] – When Increasing Weight Is The Wrong Decision - [37:53 – 41:54] – The Progressive Overload Decision-Making Framework - [41:54 – 43:43] – Using Tempo To Drive Muscle Growth Without Adding Weight - [43:43 – 45:06] – The Stability Factor Most Lifters Overlook - [45:06 – 47:48] – Recovery, Sleep & The Variables Affecting Performance - [47:48 – 52:32] – Why You Must Eat Enough To Build Muscle 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

    53 min

  5. 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

    1hr 5min

  6. 22 Jun

    E. 169 Does Your Partner Need To Be Into Fitness? The Truth About Relationships & Fat Loss

    Does your partner need to live the same fitness lifestyle as you for your relationship to work? In this episode, I break down one of the most common questions I hear from clients pursuing fat loss, physique development, bodybuilding, and long-term health goals: what happens when your partner doesn't share your passion for fitness? I discuss the relationship dynamics that can either support or sabotage your progress, including communication, boundaries, insecurity, food choices, time commitments, coaching relationships, and differing lifestyle priorities. I also explain why fitness rarely creates relationship problems—it often magnifies existing ones. Whether you're navigating a fat loss phase, contest prep, body transformation, or simply trying to improve your health, this episode will help you better understand what healthy support looks like and how to have productive conversations around your goals. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 02:59] – Do Partners Need To Share The Same Fitness Lifestyle? - [02:59 – 05:46] – What Actually Matters More Than Shared Fitness Goals - [05:46 – 08:49] – When Partners Become Too Involved In Your Fitness Journey - [08:49 – 10:51] – When One Person's Goals Start Controlling The Relationship - [10:51 – 14:13] – Fitness, Competition Prep & Leaning Too Heavily On Your Partner - [14:13 – 17:50] – Food Choices, Dieting & Relationship Friction - [17:50 – 24:27] – Time Commitments, Lifestyle Differences & Shared Expectations - [24:27 – 26:54] – When Your Partner Doesn't Understand Your Fitness Goals - [26:54 – 31:26] – The Biggest Relationship Threat: Insecurity - [31:26 – 36:40] – Understanding The Different Levels Of Support - [36:40 – 41:59] – Unsupportive Behaviors, Sabotage & Relationship Red Flags - [41:59 – 43:44] – What To Do Next & How To Improve Communication 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

    44 min

  7. 15 Jun

    E. 168 Why Most Fat Loss Goals Fail (And How to Actually Stay On Track)

    Have you ever had a week where everything fell apart—missed workouts, skipped meal prep, poor food choices, or inconsistent habits—only to tell yourself you'll "be perfect" next week? In this episode, I break down why most people fail to get back on track after a bad week. We discuss the difference between outcome-based goals and behavior-based goals, why motivation isn't the solution, and how to identify the real reasons your nutrition, training, and fat loss habits break down. I explain how to set goals that actually improve adherence, how to assess your behavior objectively without emotion, and why long-term fat loss success comes from improving systems, planning, self-awareness, and decision-making—not trying harder. If you're struggling with consistency, fat loss plateaus, goal setting, emotional eating, alcohol intake, meal prep, or staying accountable to your fitness goals, this episode will help you build a more sustainable approach. Timestamps: - [00:00 – 03:24] – Why Trying To Be "Perfect" After A Bad Week Usually Fails - [03:25 – 08:55] – Motivation Isn't The Problem: Finding The Real Cause Of Going Off Track - [08:56 – 11:10] – Why Understanding The Root Cause Changes Everything - [11:11 – 16:11] – What Actually Makes A Good Fat Loss Goal? - [16:12 – 21:33] – Meal Prep, Cardio & Planning For Real Life - [21:34 – 24:24] – Setting Goals For Who You Are, Not Who You Wish You Were - [24:25 – 29:19] – What You Actually Need To Have A Successful Week - [29:20 – 31:49] – How To Assess Your Behavior Without Emotion - [31:50 – 39:10] – Alcohol, Boundaries & The Hidden Behaviors Sabotaging Progress - [39:11 – 41:10] – Why Most People Miss Their Step Goals - [41:11 – 44:18] – Why Setting Goals Doesn't Automatically Change Behavior - [44:19 – 48:15] – Building Standards That Make Fat Loss 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

    48 min

  8. 12 Jun

    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

    1hr 40min
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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
    174
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cory Hageman
  • Show Website
    Self-Selecting

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