Cody McBroom

Choose Hard with Cody McBroom

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Choose Hard is the podcast for those who coach, train, lead—and refuse to settle. Hosted by Cody McBroom—online fitness and nutrition coach with 15+ years of experience—this show is your unfiltered source for science-backed training insights, business-savvy coaching strategies, and values-driven leadership lessons. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or high-performer committed to leveling up, you’ll get actionable tools to build your body, grow your business, and lead with purpose. No fluff. No hacks. Just hard-earned growth.

Author

Cody McBroom

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.choose-hard.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 216: Q&A - Metabolic Adaptation, Cortisol’s Effect on Fat Loss, Adrenal Fatigue, and More... 02.11.2018

In today's podcast, Cody delivers his "Holiday Fat Loss Tip" and then proceeds to dive into the questions! Things Mentioned in The Podcast: > Nutrition Hierarchy: https://boomboomperformance.com/sign-up   > Super Food Blog:  https://boomboomperformance.com/superfoods/ > Courtney's Video on Intuitive Eating:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJLKYYG2cuQ&t=76s   > Functional Muscle 2....

Ep. 215: Kelsie Michelle - ”Look Like A Model, Lift Like A Powerlifter” 30.10.2018

GRAB YOUR COPY OF FUNCTIONAL MUSCLE 2.0 HERE! ----- Today's guest is my good friend Kelsie Michelle. Kelsie is an online coach and powerlifter, defying the myth behind women lifting heavy and NOT achieving a feminine physique. During this episode we dive into her story as well as the methods inside her training for unlocking a model body, while developing performance like a powerlifter. Find her o...

Ep. 214: Q&A - Eating For Your Somatotype, Finding Balance, Carbs vs. Fats, and more... with Coach Caroline! 26.10.2018

In Today's Q&A, I'm joined by Coach Caroline of the Boom Boom Performance Team! Was a nice change of pace to have someone else on the show answering questions with me, because it created a more diverse dialogue and conversation around each and every question. It also allowed us to finally and formally introduce Caroline to the Boom Boom Performance Subscribers and Followers! Find Caroline on i...

Ep. 213: Dr. James Hoffman of Renaissance Periodization - ”Recovery 101” 23.10.2018

This is one of my favorite episodes to date! Dr. James Hoffmann of RP came on the show to talk on Recovery and WOW did he drop some knowledge. Himself and some others from Renaissance Periodization have created "The Recovery Book" ( Grab a copy here ) and today he came on the show to talk all things Recovery. We geeked out, which is why I loved the episode so much. You can check out all that they...

Ep. 212 - The 3 Things That Keep Me Moving Forward 19.10.2018

These are the top 3 things that keep me fired up on a daily basis. ------ CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE BOOM BOOM ELITE FOR $1 TODAY! This is LIMITED and will fill up quick. ------ ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE! Join The Boom Boom Elite (BBP’s Membership Site) to receive exclusive content and interviews, monthly training programs, bonus ebooks, the private coaching forum, and more by visiting https://...

Ep. 211: Paul Carter - ”Training Your Body AND Your Mind” 16.10.2018

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE BOOM BOOM ELITE FOR $1 TODAY! This is LIMITED and will fill up quick. ---- Paul Carter comes on the show today to talk LIFE! This conversation was not exactly what most would expect from 2 meatheads getting on the mics, but I think it will be much better than what you may have expected because we go in depth on his story, becoming a top fitness writer, and diving deep into w...

Ep. 210: Training As You Age, My Message To The World, Top Fitness Icons, Building Your Training Split, and More... 12.10.2018

GRAB YOUR COPY OF 101-MACRO FRIENDLY MEALS, NOW!   ----- (5:10) - If you had 30 seconds to send a message to the entire world, what would you say? (13:50) - Due to a recent injury, I’m unable to train at all. Went from lifting 4-5 days per week to no weight training and slow walking 1-2 miles per day max. How do I adjust diet so in 6 months to a year when I’m able to train again I don’t have 30 lb...

Ep. 209: Jeff Alberts - The Godfather of Natural Bodybuilding 09.10.2018

Jeff Alberts of 3DMJ comes on the show to talk about coaching natural bodybuilders, balancing fitness and family life, how to stay in the gym for multiple decades (successfully), what and what not to worry about when it comes to training and nutrition, and so much more… You can find Jeff on instagram @3dmj_godfather or at https://3dmusclejourney.com/ NEW EBOOK-> Grab your copy of 101-Macro Frie...

Ep. 208: Q&A - Going ALL IN on yourself, Best Training Periodization Methods, When It’s Time To Leave Your Nutrition Coach, and more... 05.10.2018

[FREE GIFT] As promised in the episode, grab your free copy of The Nutrition Hierarchy -> https://boomboomperformance.com/nutrition-hierarchy/ ----- Today is a JAM packed episode of ALL training and nutrition questions! ----- (5:10) - What type of training periodization do you typically/prefer to use? (15:30) - Difference in macro prescription for a client doing crossfire vs. yoga? (17:22) - Ca...

Ep. 207 - Eliminating ”Can’t” From Your Vocabulary 03.10.2018

So many of us hold ourselves back from reaching our goals and full potential, because we constantly say the words "I Can't"... When in reality, we just won't. We're unwilling to do the work. And until we admit that, we'll never move forward. ------ ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE! Join The Boom Boom Elite (BBP’s Membership Site) to receive exclusive content and interviews, monthly training progra...

Ep. 206: Fabiana Ferrarini - Cover Model Transformation 25.09.2018

My client and good friend, Fabiana Ferrarini comes on the show to tell us her story! She is a cover model, Mother of two, devoted wife, entrepreneur, world traveler, health coach… she’s A LOT of things and she manages it all while keeping stress low and positivity high, which is exactly what I had her tell us about on today’s show.  Check her out on instagram @fabiana_ferrarini (5:30) - Who is Fab...

Ep. 205: Being An Evidence Based Coach, Truth About Inflammation, and Setting Up Your Cardio 21.09.2018

Today's podcast is focused around 3 simple topics. Evidence-based coaching, inflammation, and cardio. These questions have been brought up to me time and time again, so I decided to dedicate an entire show to them! Remember, if you want YOUR questions answered you can click the following link and send me a message directly!  ASK BOOM-BOOM YOUR QUESTION HERE! --- TIMESTAMPS: (1:40) – What does it m...

Ep. 204: Simplifying Hormones w/ Sam Miller 18.09.2018

I brought Sam Miller on the show today because he is a guru when it comes to all things hormones. We touched on Cortisol, Tesosterone, and a little bit of Insulin. We dove deep and provided EVERYTHING you actually need to know when it comes to these hormones and how they effect both your body composition and your performance. Check out Sam at https://www.oraclefitness.com/  or on instagram at @sam...

Ep. 203: Q&A - Metabolic Flexibility, CNS Effect of CrossFit vs. Bodybuilding, Auditing Your Life, and More... 14.09.2018

Friday Q&A that is JAM packed! Topics including:  (20:55) - Reestablishing a fitness routine after a vacation, illness, or down time? (25:15) - Bone Broth and Collagen. What is all the hype about? (27:40) - Ankle Mobility Ideas? (30:10) - Booty Goal - Better to lift heavy or more reps? (31:40) - Anything one can do to promote better liver function? (33:15) - How does one decrease inflammation?...

Ep. 202: Rapid Fire Q&A - IF To Build Muscle, HRV, Program Design For Ab Training, and More... 07.09.2018

9 great questions, cranked out in less than 35 minutes! Let’s go!   (3:03 ) - Intermittent Fasting on Muscle development, if still hitting protein in 4 meals, just set back later in dat? (9:17) - What is your opinion on HRV? Not only for recovery but maybe also intolerances, etc. (13:50) - What is the difference between Density and Functional Muscle? (17:55) - On your cut have you still ave room f...

Ep. 201: Behind Boom Boom Performance... (My Interview on L2 Fitness & Business Podcast) 04.09.2018

This was an interview I did for Landon Poburan’s Podcast, The L2 Fitness and Business Podcast. I felt like he asked the perfect questions in order for me to explain BBP’s Philosophy, How We Coach, and What Makes Our Individual’s Coaching Different From The Norm…  Check Landon out on Instagram (@landonpoburan) or iTunes to listen to his Podcast (RIGHT HERE). (4:55) - Cody’s journey (10:10) - Cody’s...

EP. 200! - Q&A: Nutritional Adjustments For Menopause, Cortisol Issues and Fasting, Building Muscle in a Deficit, and More... 31.08.2018

Celebrating my 200th episode with a Q&A!!! This number snuck up on me and I want to thank you all for subscribing and continuing to learn with me on this show! (3:35) - “Things don’t happen to you, They happen for you” (10:35) - Fasting with Cortisol issues (14:10) - Why a calorie surplus is needed to gain muscle (18:40) - The Position I played in soccer. (19:04) - Can you still build your glu...

Ep. 199: Jonathan Goodman - ”Becoming A Successful Online Coach” 28.08.2018

One of the OG's in the Online Coaching Space comes on the show today to drop knowledge and chat with me about creating a successful online business. Find more from Jon and  The Personal Trainer Development Center  at  https://www.theptdc.com/  AND on his instagram  @jonathan_goodman101 4:02 - Who is Jon Goodman? 5:35 - What was the big shift to get you to thinking about online coaching? 8:22 - Wha...

Ep. 198: Training Talk - ”Creating YOUR Perfect Program” 24.08.2018

Today I go DEEP into the 7 KEYS to optimizing your training program. -------  JOIN THE BOOM BOOM ELITE NOW - CLICK HERE  (Last Chance For 20% Off!) ------- 1.) (10:45) - Science + Application 2.) (24:15) - Adherence Based Training Split/Routine 3.) (29:05) - Training For Your Neurotype 4.) (36:55) - Hierarchy of Exercise Selection 5.) (42:00) - Concurrent Style Training Methodology 6.) (47:18) - C...

Ep. 197: Christopher Barakat - Application of Science Based Training and Nutrition 21.08.2018

Natural Bodybuilding is easily one the most difficult sports to excel in... You're pushing your body so far past the norm, to become a version of yourself most would believe is physically impossible. Which is exactly why I find it so damn interesting! So naturally, I brought Christopher Barakat on of Competitive Breed so we could learn how to apply the best training and nutrition principles scienc...

Ep. 196: The Best Training Splits, Exercises (Muscle by Muscle), and Workout Finishers 18.08.2018

Cody breaks down, in his opinion, the best training splits to follow for each goal (muscle, fat loss, strength, movement, sport specific), his absolute favorite (aka the most brutal) finishers, and then his top exercise for every single muscle group (from head to toe).   (1:50) - Favorite training Splits (22:15) - Favorite Finishers (33:30) - Favorite Exercise Per Muscle [LEARN HOW TO HELP THE SHO...

Ep. 195: Dr. Jose Antonio - ”The Truth About Protein” 14.08.2018

Today, we bust ALL the protein myths with Dr. Jose Antonio!   (3:30) – Introducing Dr. Jose Antonio (5:11) - What Got You Into Protein Research? (10: 20) - What Is The Optimal Amount Of Protein? (14:14) - What Changes With Protein, When Fat Loss Is The Goal? Is There Validity To Bringing Protein Up To Maintain On A Cut? (15:46) - Is It Harder For The Body To Store Protein Calories As Body Fat? (16...

Ep. 194 - Q&A: True Functional Bodybuilding, Diet Breaks, Setting Up a 3x Per Week Split, and More... 10.08.2018

Another Jam Packed Training and Nutrition Q&A! -----  (11:40) - Incorporating Healthy Fats Into Your Diet When You’re Intolerances To Most Foods. (15:55) – Fixing and Avoiding Lower Back Pain From Deadlifting. (20:25) - When is the best time to implement a diet break, while biofeedback is still optimal? (25:15) - How would you set up a 3x per week full body work out for fat loss? (35:06) - How...

Ep. 193: Al Kavadlo - ”Mastering Calisthenics” 07.08.2018

One of the Calisthenic Kings is in the house today!! Al Kavadlo, a legend when it comes to bodyweight training stopped by to talk shop about his story and the keys to successful bodyweight mastery. Check Al’s YouTube or Instagram out for tons of content on Calisthenics or to find more info on his books.   TO GET INTO THE BOOM-BOOM ELITE (PRE-REALEASE & EXCLUSIVE RATE) CLICK HERE NOW.   (4:31)...

Ep. 192: Q&A - Barefoot Training, Letting Go The Past, Alcohol & Flexible Dieting, and More.... 03.08.2018

SO MANY AMAZING QUESTION!!! Today's episode is brought to you by Facebook followers AND Instagram Live! Check out my page on instagram @cody.boomboom so you can catch the next live and get tons of more free content. I also announced the winners of the review contest in the intro today! (7:40) - How did the new tattoo turn out? (10:04) - Deload Weeks In the Middle Of a program (and more on deloads)...

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