In this episode of The Choose Hard Podcast, we dive into the fascinating science behind personal growth and the unexpected role discomfort plays in it. Drawing from cutting-edge research, I explore how embracing challenges and stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to profound transformation in every area of life.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

Backed by three groundbreaking studies, this episode breaks down how you can harness discomfort as a tool for self-improvement. Tune in to discover why the hardest paths often lead to the most rewarding destinations and how you can apply these principles to your life today!

Study #1: Motivating Personal Growth by Seeking Discomfort

Study #2: Embracing Discomfort Can Open Our Minds to New Ideas

Study #3: Discomfort: A New Material for Interaction Design

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In this episode of The Choose Hard Podcast, we’re diving into the cold—literally. I explore the transformative benefits of cold plunging and cold water immersion, focusing on how it impacts muscle growth, strength gains, overall health, and mental resilience.

To back it up with science, I review 5 different research studies that break down the 4 following benefits:

For each benefit, I simplify the research and provide practical takeaways to help you integrate cold exposure into your routine. Whether you're chasing fitness goals, looking for a mental edge, or aiming to improve your health, this episode delivers evidence-based insights you can act on. Tune in and discover why cold water immersion might just be the best, OR potentially the worst, tool for your body and mind!

Study #1: Health Effects of Voluntary Exposure to Cold Water

Study #2: Post-Exercise Cold Water Immersion Attenuates Acute Anabolic Signaling and Long-Term Adaptations in Muscle to Strength Training

Study #3: Jumping into the Ice Bath Trend! Mental Health Benefits of Cold Water Immersion

Study #4: The Effects of Cold Water Immersion and Active Recovery on Inflammation Following Resistance Exercise

Study #5: Throwing Cold Water on Muscle Growth: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Post-Exercise Cold Water Immersion on Resistance Training-Induced Hypertrophy

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In this episode of The Choose Hard Podcast, I’m breaking down the ultimate 5-step framework to help you set (and stick to) your New Year’s fitness and nutrition goals. This isn’t your typical “new year, new you” talk—these are actionable strategies designed to create real, lasting change.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1.) How to determine your specific goal and why clarity is key.

2.) The power of positive correlations: how achieving this goal can impact every area of your life.

3.) How to stack the 1%—small, consistent actions that lead to massive results.

4.) Why identifying potential hurdles ahead of time can help you overcome them.

5.) How to create a foolproof system to tie it all together and hold yourself accountable.

Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, gain muscle, or simply build healthier habits, this framework will give you the tools to crush your goals and make the year (2025) your most successful yet. Tune in and take the first step toward transforming your life!

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In this episode of The Choose Hard Podcast, we’re turning up the heat—literally. I dive deep into the benefits of using saunas and explore how they can improve your overall health, body composition, and stress management.

To keep it evidence-based, I review three research studies, each focused on one of these key benefits:

For each study, I break down the findings into simple, actionable takeaways you can implement right away. Whether you’re already a sauna enthusiast or just curious about the hype, this episode will give you the insights and motivation to make saunas part of your routine.

Study #1: Cardiovascular and Other Health Benefits of Sauna Bathing 

Study #2: Effects of 12 Sessions of High-Temperature Sauna Baths on Body Composition

Study #3: The Cardiometabolic Health Benefits of Sauna Exposure in High-Stress Occupations

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In this special episode of The Choose Hard Podcast, I reflect on the transformative journey of the past year since my baptism and my commitment to following Jesus Christ. Join me as I share the powerful lessons I've learned along the way—lessons about faith, resilience, and the strength found in choosing to embrace challenges. From navigating doubts to experiencing profound moments of grace, I delve into how these insights have shaped my life and not only deepened my relationship with Christ, but are helping me to become a better leader, father, husband, coach, and business man.

Whether you're on your own faith journey or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is a testament to the power of choosing hard and the incredible growth that comes from it. 

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Ladies… This might just be the most helpful conversation you didn’t realize you needed to have! Choose Hard host Cody McBroom interviews Liz Roman, known as the 'Poop Queen’ on instagram, to uncover the truths about digestive health, constipation, hormone issues causing painful and uncommon bowel movements, why stress is almost always the culprit, and how most women fail to speak up about the digestive issues they’re having, which is causing them more long term harm than they truly realize.

Follow Liz on instagram @thepoopqueen and check out her website https://fitmomlife.com for more information on who she is and what she offers.

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In this episode of Choose Hard, podcast host Cody McBroom discusses a topic that could ruffle some feathers with coaches in the industry who are not showing up in their coaching practice at the standard they should be! It’s a discussion on the “5 Red Flags of Online Coaches” and throughout this discussion you’ll learn exactly what to look out for when seeking a coach, to ensure you’re hiring an experienced, educated, and enthusiastic coach, who is more committed to your results than they are their paycheck.

Here are the 5 red flags covered in this episode:

1.) Paid in fulls: If someone is adamant about this, it means they wanna make sure they get paid regardless of your results. Which suggests they care more about money then you personally.

2.) They don’t invest in coaching:Coaching is about being held accountable and continual growth, so if a coach isn’t doing this themself…

3.) They’re out of shape or unhealthy: Some get triggered by this but I tend to find that the ones who get triggered are also the ones who don’t take personal responsibility in doing the exact thing they’re expecting people to pay them for, which is insane and breaks trust.

4.) They don’t have any systems: I’ll just say this… Businesses are structured, hobbies aren’t… So if a coach doesn’t have a solid system that makes things efficient, effective, and somewhat exciting, they’re playing small and it’s more of a hobby than it is a business.

5.) Their content is all personal, not educational: I’m sorry but nobody improves their results from seeing your gym selfie pictures. Doing it for accountability or to prove you’re walking the walk? Great, I agree with that. But if that’s all your IG feed is about then you need to start guiding people, too.

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In this episode of Choose Hard, Cody McBroom interviews Cory Hageman, an IFBB Bikini Pro, about the nuances of performance enhancement drugs, particularly for women in physique sport or who are simply pursuing serious physique goals. They discuss the importance of understanding the risks associated with anabolic and non-anabolic substances, the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the significance of monitoring hormone levels.

Cory emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to health, focusing on lifestyle factors before considering HRT. The conversation highlights the unique challenges women face in the fitness industry and the importance of informed decision-making regarding performance enhancements and hormonal health. In this conversation, Cory and Cody delve into the complexities of hormonal balance, the practical steps individuals can take to improve their health, and the psychological aspects of competing in bodybuilding.

They also discuss the importance of understanding one's body, the necessity of tracking hormonal health, and the mindset required to succeed in competitive sports. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of authenticity in the fitness journey and the intrinsic motivations that drive athletes to push their limits.

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In this episode of Choose Hard, we dive deep into what it truly means to embrace the hard choices in life. Choosing hard isn’t always about extreme actions—it’s about making the decisions that develop discipline, push against the grain, and lead to meaningful success.

We explore how struggle is a natural part of achieving any worthwhile goal and why the ‘hard’ path often turns out to be the most rewarding. Whether it’s taking action when it’s inconvenient, slowing down when it feels counterintuitive, or stepping outside societal norms, this episode will inspire you to embrace difficulty as the foundation for personal growth and lasting results.

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This episode of the Choose Hard Podcast is a Q&A! The host, Cody McBroom, puts his coaching cap on and dives into topics ranging from program design principles to what to eat post workout and when he became a Faithful Christian! He even breaks down a step-by-step guide for beginners to track food effectively for fat loss, without getting overwhelmed by the process.

Q&A’s are our most popular episodes and this is a great example as to why! Throughout the podcast discussion you’re going to gain applicable knowledge and action steps that you can walk away with TODAY and use to get better results right away.

You can ask Cody a question for the next Q&A episode, here: https://www.tailored-coaching.com/podcast-qa 

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