The Excelsior Health Podcast

Age is NOT the reason you’re struggling with your health. In this powerful episode, Coach Cory breaks down Myth #4 from the “Five Myths Holding Busy Professionals Back” series — the belief that you are too old to lose fat, build strength, or transform your lifestyle. Using research-backed insights, real client stories, and over a decade of coaching busy adults, Coach Cory explains why your metabol...

Many busy parents and professionals believe they can “just do it alone.” But in this episode, Coach Cory breaks down Myth #3 of the 5-Myth Series — the belief that you don’t need coaching, accountability, or community to transform your health. Drawing from real examples and over a decade of experience at TFW Sauga, Coach Cory explains why even the world’s top performers — Michael Jordan, Usain Bol...

Most busy professionals think they need long-distance runs, daily bootcamps, or 6–7 training days per week to get in shape. In Episode 33 of the Excelsior Health Podcast, Coach Cory breaks down Myth #2 of the “5 Myths Holding You Back” series — the belief that cardio and extreme training volume are required to lose fat and build strength. Using real examples from TFW Sauga students and 15+ years o...

“I don’t have time.” — it’s the #1 excuse keeping most people stuck. In this episode, Coach Cory kicks off a brand-new mini-series, “The 5 Myths Holding Busy Professionals Back from Transforming Their Health.” In this first part, Coach Cory breaks down the truth about time, showing you exactly how to reclaim your week, prioritize your health, and finally make consistency possible—even with a packe...

Ever feel like you’re working hard but not moving forward? In this powerful solo episode, Coach Cory shares how to tap into the flow state—a mental and physical zone where focus, energy, and performance align. Drawing from lessons at a business mastermind in Las Vegas and insights from author Steven Kotler, this episode connects the dots between fitness, mindfulness, and productivity—and how your...

What does it really mean to be healthy? In this motivating episode, Coach Cory sits down with Coach Jabbar, one of TFW Sauga’s newest coaches, to explore how fitness builds confidence, expands your capacity, and opens doors in every area of life. From travel stories and family adventures to career growth and personal discipline, this conversation dives deep into the connection between physical fit...

Can working out together actually make your relationship stronger? In this real and relatable episode, Coach Cory and Coach Susie dive into the connection between health, fitness, and relationships—exploring how training together (or even apart) can either create tension or build a deeper bond. From the challenges of mismatched fitness priorities to the joy of becoming each other’s biggest support...

Pregnancy doesn’t have to mean losing yourself. In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Coach Cory sits down with Coach Susie, who opens up about her journey through four pregnancies—sharing real-life lessons on fitness, mindset, and motherhood. From staying active at 33 weeks pregnant to balancing family, training, and recovery, this conversation breaks down what it really looks like to priorit...

What happens when fitness becomes more than just a workout—and instead becomes your lifeline? In this deeply inspiring episode, Coach Cory sits down with Nav, a longtime TFW Sauga student, mother, and true warrior, who shares her journey of grief, growth, and gratitude. After losing her husband unexpectedly and later facing her son’s life-threatening bone marrow disease, Nav turned to the Excelsio...

Most people work hard but never recover—and wonder why they’re always tired, stressed, or stuck. In Part 3 of the Excelsior Health Framework series, Coach Cory unpacks two of the most overlooked pillars of transformation: Rest & Recovery and building a Resilient Mindset. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  • Why productive exhaustion requires scheduled renewal  • The 4 recovery essentials: slee...

If training builds your body, nutrition fuels it. In Part 2 of the Excelsior Health Framework series, Coach Cory breaks down the second pillar—Nutrition Habits—and why mastering this area is the game-changer for fat loss, energy, and long-term health. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  • Why hydration and eating real food are the foundation of better health  • The Warrior 20 foods that give you th...

Welcome to a special 5-part series of the Excelsior Health Podcast where Coach Cory breaks down the Excelsior Health Framework—the proven system that has helped hundreds of busy parents and professionals lose fat, build muscle, and reclaim their confidence. Each episode dives deep into one of the 5 Pillars of Excelsior Health: 1️⃣ Training & Movement – how to train smarter and build strength f...

What does it take to lose 100 pounds, rebuild your health, and rise to become a world-ranked Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion? In this inspiring transformation interview, Coach Cory sits down with longtime friend and athlete Ricky Romero to unpack his journey from near 300 lbs and unhealthy habits to building a new identity as a father, husband, coach, and competitor. 🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:...

What if the key to living longer wasn’t diet, exercise, or sleep—but something else entirely? In this episode, Coach Cory dives into the groundbreaking research that shows the #1 predictor of longevity is the quality of your relationships. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  • Why good relationships can boost your life expectancy by 50%  • How chronic stress destroys your health (and how connection...

Is it ever too late to change your life? Not according to MK the Motivator—a 65-year-old mother, leader, and inspiration who lost 100 lbs, rebuilt her strength, and transformed her mindset through the Excelsior Health pillars. In this heartfelt and powerful conversation, Coach Cory sits down with MK to uncover how she went from being terrified to start at 57 years old to becoming one of TFW Sauga’...

Want to lift heavier, perform better, and walk into every workout with confidence? In this episode, Coach Cory and Coach Susie break down the science-backed strategies that show how your words, thoughts, and mindset can directly improve your strength and performance—both in the gym and in life. 💡 In This Episode:  • Why motivational self-talk before a lift boosts performance up to 89%  • The powe...

Are you chasing the wrong goal? In this episode, Coach Cory and Coach Susie break down the critical difference between losing weight and losing body fat—and why aiming for the scale alone can leave you looking and feeling worse. 💡 In This Episode:  • Why “weight loss” often means muscle loss (and low energy)  • The hidden dangers of extreme calorie cuts & endless cardio  • How to eat, train,...

Are the latest fitness trends helping or hurting your goals? In this candid and insightful episode, Coaches Cory and Susie break down the top 5 trending workouts and methods of 2025—and reveal what actually works for busy parents and professionals who want to lose fat, build muscle, and boost their energy. 🎯 In This Episode, They Rate & Review:  1. 75 Hard – Mental toughness or burnout trap?...

Ready to stop starting over? In this powerful solo episode, Coach Cory dives into the resilient mindset philosophies that separate short-term results from long-term transformation. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, crush a career goal, or lead your family with more confidence—your mindset is the muscle that matters most. 💡 What You’ll Learn:  • Why your standards, not just your goals, shape y...

In Part 2, Dr. Brendan Gomes and Coach Cory go even deeper—discussing what it really takes to build a thriving business, transform your health with the Excelsior 5 Pillars, and turn injuries into comebacks. 🔥 Topics Covered:  • Behind the scenes of growing a 7-figure clinic from scratch  • Brendan’s unfiltered take on CrossFit, HYROX, and trendy recovery tools  • The Excelsior 5 Pillars of Health...

In this powerhouse episode, Coach Cory sits down with Dr. Brendan Gomes, chiropractor and co-founder of The Lab Movement & Sports Med, one of the GTA’s most elite rehab facilities. If you’re tired of clinics that slap a Band-Aid on your pain and send you on your way, this conversation will show you the right way to recover—and why your pain is trying to tell you something. 💡 In This Episode:...

You’ve heard the science—now hear the story behind the strength. In Part 2 of this powerful episode, Nekessa opens up about her fitness journey, her emotional “why,” and how transforming her health created ripple effects in her business, relationships, and family life. 💥 In this episode:  • From post-COVID burnout to Student of the Year at TFW Sauga  • Why Kaizen (constant growth) became her secr...

What happens when a chiropractor, mom of three, and entrepreneur commits to transforming her health? You get Nekessa—a walking example of what happens when science meets strength training and purpose meets power. In this inspiring episode, Coach Cory and Coach Susie sit down with Dr. Nekessa to talk about:  • The truth behind modern-day chronic pain and posture problems  • Why sitting is the new s...

In this punchy, tactical episode of the Excelsior Health Podcast, Coach Cory and Coach Susie deliver a rapid-fire breakdown of 7 truths every busy parent and professional needs to understand to take control of their health—for good. Whether you’re just starting your journey or feel stuck in a plateau, these insights cut through the noise and give you simple, clear principles to upgrade your energy...

In Part 2 of this powerful interview, Coach Cory and Shea Pierre go beyond training to explore the real story behind the success. From growing up with a single mom and being labeled with learning disabilities to building a million-follower brand and becoming a dedicated father of three, Shea shares how adversity became his advantage. 🎯 In This Episode:  • The early challenges that shaped Shea’s d...