Choose Hard with Cody McBroom

We ALL want to be that “Fit-Couple” or “Power-Couple” with our spouses… But what does that even mean? And what makes someone a power-couple? How do you know if you and your spouse are on the right track, towards becoming not only a successful relationship – but also a relationship that inspires others to improve their relationships, too? Well, we have some thoughts on this topic and in this episod...

In this Podcast, I'll teach you EXACTLY how to get the most muscle growth out of every single rep you perform in the gym by exposing you to the 5 MOST COMMON mistakes made in the gym, preventing gains from being maximized, and then following that up I'll break down the 5 KEY PRINCIPLES that allow you to fully maximize muscle growth from your training. You can watch this episode on our YouTube chan...

Do you have core values? A set of principles you live by? Standards set for you to live your life at? If not, this podcast might feel like a gut punch… Most people continue to live life without considering the standards they live up to or the values they live by; most often because they’ve never sat down and taken the time to set standards or values to live up to or live by. But without doing so,...

This is a REALLY powerful episode... This episode is your chance chance to sit and listen in on a discussion about Life, Success, God, Parenting, and so much more, with my Best Friend, Cody Smith. Cody is a very successful fitness gym and BJJ studio owner, Husband and Father of 3, content creator, and hybrid athlete. He does a lot and he does a lot VERY well, which makes him such an interesting an...

You lose the weight... but now what? You have to INCREASE calories, that's for sure... but how fast? For how long? Should you gain body fat? Or can you stay lean? All that answered, in this Reverse Diet vs. Recovery Diet Comparison podcast! Extra Content Mentioned:- Reverse Diet Article: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/re... - Metabolic Adaptation Article: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/me....

Zach Rocheleau comes on the podcast to tell his story in full, going from college kid trying to learn how to diet for his goals ALL the way to being the world's most well-known "Recipe Guy" on social media! He's made a name for himself by creating "Macro-Friendly Meals", a term we're pretty sure he originally invented and popularized, himself. His passion and hobby for creating these meals turned...

This is a JAM PACK Q&A! Cody jumps back on the mic to dive into a variety of training and nutrition questions, all of which will hit home for you, the listener, and the answers provided will give you practical and applicable strategies for improving your physique.  Here’s what’s covered throughout the episode: When focused on building muscle and progressive overload, how would you recommend in...

A touchy and potentially controversial or triggering subject for this episode... But it's what needs to be said, in order for YOU to grow beyond what your current mindset allows you to believe can be accomplished! Too many people use the excuse of "self love" as a way to simply accept where they're at as "just fine" and stay comfortable, avoiding discomfort and therefore self growth. Well, I belie...

Jason Brown has spent his entire 15+ year career training everyday athletes to become healthier, stronger, and better conditioned, using a combination of strength development methods & aerobic systems conditioning methods. In this episode, James talks more about some of the most important variables when it comes to creating a good exercise program, such as exercise selection, training volume,...

In this episode of The Tailored Life Podcast, Cody addresses several questions about nutrition, fitness, business, and personal life. Some topics include the most effective training split when working out 4 days a week, transitioning from a caloric deficit into a maintenance phase, a realistic timeframe for an individual to lose 100lbs, and how much mobility work people actually need. On a more pe...

In this fresh episode of The Tailored Life Podcast, we dive deep into Brandon's Clarke story and what inspired him to want to change his physique. Talking about his old habits and unhealthy weight, Brandon highlights how important hiring - and trusting - a fitness coach was to achieving his goals. He also discusses the role that motivation plays in this process. Motivation is not a personality tra...

How do you overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt? There are many ways to eliminate the feeling that you are not good enough or a fraud. We all feel like this sometimes, but the high-achiever person chooses to believe in their capabilities instead of doubting their abilities. Do you know how to choose right? In this new episode, Cody dives deep into some really good strategies to eliminate impo...

Luke Miller is the owner of No Switch Fitness and Co-Owner of J3U, a physique coaching educational company. Luke’s educational background includes a Master of Science in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida, CSCS certification, PSL2 certification, and an engineering degree. Outside of education and coaching, he has also been a competitive bodybuilder, having competed seven times i...

If you ever feel like there's more to life then the normal day to day experience... Like you could be further ahead or know that you still can get further in life, if you just figured out what was missing... Or maybe as if you are holding yourself back from what you could achieve... Then this episode is for you, because Cody dives into 3 very specific mental shifts every successful individual has...

This episode is actually a re-post from an awesome podcast hosted by my good friend and fellow strength coach, Mike Robertsons. He runs the Physical Preparation podcast and invited me on as his "New Years' Guest", to help bring in 2024 with a full episode on how to build as much muscle and lose as much fat as possible, in the New Year. So grab a pad and pen, because WE GO IN and leave no stone unt...

In this episode of The Tailored Life Podcast, Cody is doing another Q&A. There are so many different answers to the same questions, and maybe the answers of this episode will hit you differently! Learn about the optimal frequency to train and get results, some of the most important supplements to take, how to break a plateau during a cutting phase, and how to handle bad advice from your traine...

When it comes to New Years' Resolutions, most of us don't have the best track record. However... Some of us do and after many years of failing, I can now confidently put myself in the success-category because I've learned a specific step-by-step process to setting and achieving big goals. And so in today's episode, which is a special bonus show just for New Years, I'm going to break down that step...

Welcome to another episode of The Tailored Life Podcast! Today, Cody is doing a Q&A with hot-topic questions. You will learn how to adjust the calories and set up macronutrient numbers for different people such as someone who is just starting their fitness journey and wants to eat accordingly, what sodium cycling is and the benefits of sodium for the body, and Cody's perspective on training wi...

Today's guest is an American professional bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and life coach who spent two decades of his life becoming one of the top 10 best bodybuilders in the entire world! Steve Kuclo is the guest today, and we dive deep into his story, pulling out all the lessons, the struggles, and the victories. Steve shares how he maintained a successful bodybuilding career over 20 years and how he...

If you are seeking inspiration or transformation, this episode is for you! Cody welcomes Brandon Clarke, one of his clients and co-workers, to talk about his fat loss journey. Brandon's journey started with him being aware that something needed to change. Suffering from some health issues, his body was fighting to maintain itself functional but, at the same time, fighting for recovery. Brandon sha...

Reverse dieting is an important process when it comes to body recomposition. Essentially, it's a phase when you slowly increase calorie intake after going through a long diet phase. This method helps you not gain weight so fast after the caloric restriction. It also allows the metabolism to readapt. In this episode, Cody dives deep into this topic, sharing his five most relevant tips to reverse di...

Welcome to another episode of The Tailored Life Podcast. Today, Cody welcomes Austin Stout to discuss gut health and the correlation between gut health issues and physique development. Austin is a Physique Coach and Educator who helps athletes get on stage without wrecking their gut or hormone health. Austin also helps coaches become more well-versed with the science behind gut and hormone Health....

Creating strong and engaging content on social media has probably become one of the most important things for those working as online fitness professionals. It's a great way to deliver your message, show your expertise, and attract paying clients. Everyone is on social media nowadays and looking online for the problems they are trying to solve. But what are the best practices when it comes to crea...

How to turn pro at anything you do: There are seasons in life when it is important to take an inventory of everything that is working and everything that is not.  When we look at different aspects of life, such as faith, fitness, or family, it is important to ask ourselves: “What am I doing daily to become a pro in my relationship with all these areas?” Besides assessing everything, it is also ess...

Welcome to another Q&A! Today, Cody dives deep into how an individual can start and maintain a weight loss journey, how to best handle all the “side effects” of a cutting phase, and how to battle weight loss resistance.  During a weight loss phase, the body goes through a variety of changes, and these changes can have significant effects on how the person feels in their everyday life. Producti...