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Choose Hard with Cody McBroom

Choose Hard with Cody McBroom

Written by: 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.Cody McBroom Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • #93 - The "Obesity Gene" Explained: Is Your DNA Making You Fat? (FTO Gene & Science)

    #93 - The "Obesity Gene" Explained: Is Your DNA Making You Fat? (FTO Gene & Science)
    Jan 27 2026
    "I have a predisposition that no amount of willpower is going to control." When Oprah Winfrey shared those words, it sparked a global conversation about the "Obesity Gene." But is your DNA a locked door, or just a map?In this episode of Choose Hard, Cody McBroom breaks down the science of the FTO gene, hunger hormones, and the "Thrifty Gene" theory. While biology dictates your starting line, it does not dictate your finish line. Cody dives into the landmark studies proving that while genetics "load the gun," your environment and habits "pull the trigger."[Take The Obesity Gene Quiz—See Where Your Genetics Stand, HERE!]In this episode, we cover:- The Science of Fat Distribution: Why your DNA determines where you store fat (and why you can’t spot-reduce).- The FTO Gene Deep Dive: How this specific variant affects "food noise," satiety, and your brain's reward system.- The 30% Eraser Effect: How physical activity can effectively "mute" genetic predispositions to weight gain.- Epigenetics & The "One-Legged" Study: A mind-blowing look at how exercise literally rewrites your internal software.- Neutralizing the Signal: How high-protein diets, fiber, and sleep quality act as "pharmaceutical-grade" tools to quiet genetic hunger.If you’ve ever felt like you’re fighting an uphill battle against your own biology, this episode will give you the scientific proof that you have more control than you think. Your blueprint is not your destiny.Resources Mentioned:- The GIANT Consortium Study on Fat Distribution- The University College London FTO/Ghrelin Study- The Karolinska Institutet Epigenetic Study (The "One-Legged" Cycle Study)—GET 20% OFF ALL CHOOSE-HARD MERCH, USING CODE PODCAST20 AT CHECKOUT: https://choose-hard.shop/ 📌 Follow Choose Hard on instagram @choosehardpodcast and grab Choose Hard Merch at www.choose-hard.com❓ASK YOUR QUESTION FOR THE NEXT Q&A EPISODE:⇨ question.choosehardpodcast.comℹ️ LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ONLINE COACHING PROGRAMS:⇨ www.fatlosstransformation.com {1-On-1 Coaching}⇨ https://www.tailored-coaching.com/mentorship-coaching {Mentorship w/ Cody}📲 DOWNLOAD MY APP & START A TRAINING PLAN, FOR FREE:⇨ www.thetailoredtrainer.com🛒 PURCHASE YOUR CHOOSE HARD HAT & JOURNAL:⇨https://www.tailoredcoachingmethod.shop/collections/all 💊 JOCKOFUEL SUPPLEMENTS (Code CHOOSEHARD for 20% Off):https://jockofuel.com/discount/CHOOSEHARD🎙️CLIENT CASE STUDIES & TRANSFORMATION STORIES:- SPOTIFY: ⁠https://bit.ly/tlrd-transformations-spotify⁠ - APPLE PODCASTS:⁠https://apple.co/3GPlDxG⁠ GET MORE FREE CONTENT AT THE LINKS BELOW:📖 FREE ARTICLES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/blog⁠ 💾 FREE GUIDES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/guides⁠IG -⁠https://www.instagram.com/codymcbroom⁠YOUTUBE -⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/codymcbroom1⁠INQUIRIES – ⁠info@tailoredcoachingmethod.com
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    47 mins
  • #92 - Leaving Security for Entrepreneurship with Joelle Cavagnaro

    #92 - Leaving Security for Entrepreneurship with Joelle Cavagnaro
    Jan 20 2026
    What does it actually take to walk away from a "safe" career with a pension to build a multi-seven-figure fitness empire? In this episode of Choose Hard, Cody McBroom sits down with Joelle Cavagnaro, founder of Level TEN Coaching and co-founder of the Levolution app.Joelle opens up about the "internal itch" that led her to leave her career as a high school teacher and the grueling "side hustle" years of grading papers at 5 AM while writing macros for clients. They dive deep into the messy middle of entrepreneurship, the psychological shift from individual contributor to CEO, and why she chose the "hard" path of evidence-based education over quick-fix marketing.In this episode, we discuss:- The "Golden Handcuffs" of Teaching: Why safety is often more dangerous than risk.- The Productivity Lie: How motherhood forced a "Level TEN" high-performer to redefine intensity and "Choose Hard" in a new way.- The Identity Shift: Transitioning from Joelle Samantha (the individual) to the leader of a major coaching organization.- Building the Levolution App: The unseen "hard" of tech development and staying evidence-based in a fad-driven industry.- Overcoming Perfectionism: How a history of Orthorexia and control shaped her leadership style today.Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur feeling stuck in your 9-to-5, or a parent trying to balance massive ambition with presence at home, Joelle’s story is a masterclass in choosing the harder path to find a better life.Connect with Joelle:- Instagram: @joellesamantha- Website: LVL-10 Coaching-----GET 20% OFF ALL CHOOSE-HARD MERCH, USING CODE PODCAST20 AT CHECKOUT: https://choose-hard.shop/ 📌 Follow Choose Hard on instagram @choosehardpodcast and grab Choose Hard Merch at www.choose-hard.com❓ASK YOUR QUESTION FOR THE NEXT Q&A EPISODE:⇨ question.choosehardpodcast.comℹ️ LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ONLINE COACHING PROGRAMS:⇨ www.fatlosstransformation.com {1-On-1 Coaching}⇨ https://www.tailored-coaching.com/mentorship-coaching {Mentorship w/ Cody}📲 DOWNLOAD MY APP & START A TRAINING PLAN, FOR FREE:⇨ www.thetailoredtrainer.com🛒 PURCHASE YOUR CHOOSE HARD HAT & JOURNAL:⇨https://www.tailoredcoachingmethod.shop/collections/all 💊 JOCKOFUEL SUPPLEMENTS (Code CHOOSEHARD for 20% Off):https://jockofuel.com/discount/CHOOSEHARD🎙️CLIENT CASE STUDIES & TRANSFORMATION STORIES:- SPOTIFY: ⁠https://bit.ly/tlrd-transformations-spotify⁠ - APPLE PODCASTS:⁠https://apple.co/3GPlDxG⁠ GET MORE FREE CONTENT AT THE LINKS BELOW:📖 FREE ARTICLES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/blog⁠ 💾 FREE GUIDES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/guides⁠IG -⁠https://www.instagram.com/codymcbroom⁠YOUTUBE -⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/codymcbroom1⁠INQUIRIES – ⁠info@tailoredcoachingmethod.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • #91 - Metabolism Myths: 5 Lies Holding You Back From Fat Loss

    #91 - Metabolism Myths: 5 Lies Holding You Back From Fat Loss
    Jan 6 2026
    Most people think their metabolism is broken. They believe age, stress, past dieting, or “eating too little” has permanently damaged their ability to lose fat—and that belief keeps them stuck.In this episode of the Choose Hard Podcast, I break down what metabolism actually is, how it truly works, and why most of the fear-based narratives around fat loss are flat-out wrong.You’ll learn why metabolic adaptation is normal, not harmful… why weight loss doesn’t stall because your metabolism is “slow”… and how understanding Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) gives you back control of your results.[Sign Up For 42-STRONG, HERE]This episode is for anyone who:- Feels like fat loss “used to be easier”- Is afraid of dieting because they don’t want to “damage” their metabolism- Has blamed hormones, age, or genetics for stalled progress- Wants science-based clarity instead of fear-mongeringIn this episode, we cover:- What metabolism really is (and what it isn’t)- Why you cannot break your metabolism- How and why metabolism adapts during fat loss- The 4 components of Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE): Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), Thermic Effect of Food (TEF), Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (EAT), & Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT)- The most common metabolism myths that sabotage fat loss- Why behavior—not biology—is usually the real bottleneckIf you want sustainable fat loss without fear, confusion, or extremes, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been missing.Resources:- https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/metabolic-adaptation/- https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/tdee-calculator/ - https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/faq - https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/metabolism-myths/- https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/reverse-dieting-101/📌 Follow Choose Hard on instagram @choosehardpodcast and grab Choose Hard Merch at www.choose-hard.com❓ASK YOUR QUESTION FOR THE NEXT Q&A EPISODE:⇨ question.choosehardpodcast.comℹ️ LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ONLINE COACHING PROGRAMS:⇨ www.fatlosstransformation.com {1-On-1 Coaching}⇨ https://www.tailored-coaching.com/mentorship-coaching {Mentorship w/ Cody}📲 DOWNLOAD MY APP & START A TRAINING PLAN, FOR FREE:⇨ www.thetailoredtrainer.com🛒 PURCHASE YOUR CHOOSE HARD HAT & JOURNAL:⇨https://www.tailoredcoachingmethod.shop/collections/all 💊 JOCKOFUEL SUPPLEMENTS (Code CHOOSEHARD for 20% Off):https://jockofuel.com/discount/CHOOSEHARD🎙️CLIENT CASE STUDIES & TRANSFORMATION STORIES:- SPOTIFY: ⁠https://bit.ly/tlrd-transformations-spotify⁠ - APPLE PODCASTS:⁠https://apple.co/3GPlDxG⁠ GET MORE FREE CONTENT AT THE LINKS BELOW:📖 FREE ARTICLES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/blog⁠ 💾 FREE GUIDES: ⁠https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/guides⁠IG -⁠https://www.instagram.com/codymcbroom⁠YOUTUBE -⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/codymcbroom1⁠In this episode, we cover:INQUIRIES – ⁠info@tailoredcoachingmethod.com
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    55 mins
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