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 made to get where they're at today. He breaks down these 3 mental shifts in a REAL, RAW, and...

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 unturned when it comes to body composition transformation! Tune in to Mike's podcast at:...

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 trainer or coach. Cody also shares some things he would have done differently during his competition...

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-by-step system so that you can start 2024 with some massive, yet attainable, goals; along with...

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 with machines vs. free weights. The first half of the episode is dedicated to life updates. Cody...

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 transitioned from a professional bodybuilding athlete to a successful entrepreneur. Steve also...

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 shares what inspired him to change, what is the hardest thing about making this decision, and his...

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 diet properly. These habits are things Cody is currently doing after stepping on stage.  Although...

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.  Learn how to identify the causes and symptoms of poor gut health, how to go implement...

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 creating engaging content? In this episode, Enrico Incarnati will tell you everything you need to...

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 essential to take action. And that is what you are going to learn in today's episode. Once you...

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. Productivity, energy levels, and even performance in the gym can suffer. Tune in to learn more about...

In this episode, we welcome Coaching Educator, J3U Founder, and IFBB Pro John Jewett. John explains more about powerlifting, how we can use powerlifting teachings in bodybuilding, and how to know which strategies/exercises work best for your body type in order to get some serious gains. We also debate the differences between an individual who just started training and someone who is a more advanced lifter and has been training for a long time. There are a few variables, based on science,...

This coaching series episode covers: Mechanical Tension: How Muscle Literally Grows Form and Proper Technique: How We Ensure To Properly Target The Intended Stimulus RIR/Effort: The Actual Gauge Which Determines The Stimulus’ Significant Enough To Maximize Mechanical Tension Volume: How We Program and Track The Total Amount Of Applied Stimulus Progression/Standardization: Double Progression Method, Range of Motion, Load or Reps, Total Weekly Sets Per Muscle Intensification Techniques:...

Today’s episode dives into the science and what research says about: Building muscle while eating at maintenance; Monitoring glucose; Collagen supplementation. Collagen has several benefits for the human body, and supplementing your diet with collagen might benefit training performance. Dr. Brandon explains that collagen is helpful for the tendons, making them thicker and stronger.  Blood glucose monitoring is also essential for the active individual, especially if this individual has...

Welcome to another Q&A episode!  Cody talks about different and applicable strategies if you are navigating a cutting phase, a bulking phase, or only want to know more about how to get an above-average physique! Learn how to control hunger if you are cutting calories but still go to bed feeling hungry, how to calculate protein intake when trying to build muscle, how to be aware of sugar intake when consuming fruits, and much more! If you love this podcast, please do us a favor and...

In this Q&A, we dive deep into multiple topics, from the best tips to start your day all the way to maintaining muscle mass during a cutting phase. Learn how to calculate your maintenance calories to decide whether you should start eating more or less depending on your goals, how to become a better, more informed personal trainer or coach (tons of resources mentioned in the episode), Cody's current morning routine, and the benefits of progressive overload + training with intensity if you...

Have you ever wondered if the program provided by your trainer is the right one for you and your goals? Or how frequently do you need to do cardio to lose fat? In this Q&A, Cody answers these questions simply and effectively! He also shares insightful tips when it comes to hiring team members and assistant coaches and the best ways to navigate mood swings and fatigue during competition prep. Tune in to learn more about these topics! If you love this podcast, please do us a favor and...

Max Coleman is a Researcher, Trainer, and content creator who recently published a study that showed deloads are probably a waste of time… Which defies so much of what we’ve all believed for DECADES in the training industry. Because of that, we had to get him on to discuss his study and learn more about deloads as a whole! Max dives deep into the importance and fundamentals of deloads. Deloads are periods when an individual takes a break from exercising. But what is the right way to do it?...

In today's Q&A episode, we dive deep into Cody's contest prep and other topics to help you reach an above-average physique! Learn more about the importance of pre-workout and post-workout meals, the psychological benefits of consuming carbohydrates before your training sessions, tips to help you navigate a body recomposition phase (losing fat while maintaining muscle), and how to take better care of your joints as you become an advanced lifter.  If you love this podcast, please do us a...

Steve is the Founder of Revive Stronger – a Coaching Company and Education Based Content (Podcast, Youtube, and Social Media). He is both an athlete, placing second at the WNBF World Finals, and a coach, helping lifestyle athletes and competitive physique athletes just like him.  Steve is also an expert at implementing new fundamentals and strategies based on new research in his coaching practice.  Today, we dive deep into what the new studies have been saying about training volume,...

In today's Q&A episode, Cody covers topics on nutrition, training, and building a coaching business. You will learn more about training frequency, different strategies when it comes to training volume and intensity (weight, sets, and reps), how to structure diet breaks during a fat-loss phase to keep making progress, and tips to start a coaching business, plus standing out as a respectable coach.  If you love this podcast, please do us a favor and share this episode with anyone you think...

In this episode, we connect with Nick Surface. Nick is the co-host of The Impossible Life Podcast, and today, he shares a great deal of knowledge on several topics. Learn how to create a life vision that will make you feel excited to wake up every day - and how to be consistent with this vision, how to embrace gratitude, how to be dedicated to every area of life, and how to take good lessons out of bad experiences. Nick explains that having a vision and goals you want to achieve is the first...

In today's episode, we dive deep into how hormones can impact our goals, whether it is losing excessive fat or gaining lean muscle. We all know that in order to achieve fitness results, we can't focus only on exercise and diet and neglect all other things. It goes beyond that. Hormones play a crucial part when it comes to body composition, health, and performance, and throughout this episode, you will learn exactly how to optimize each one of them and how to take your fitness to the next...

In this episode of The Tailored Life Podcast, we have the Tailored Coaching Method Chief Science Officer on to discuss the latest research on Food Addiction and Low-Energy Availability. We go through the scientific perspectives of both topics and then throw on our coaches hats, so that we can provide some real world context and application – allowing you to figure out and understand, by the end of the podcast, whether or not YOU have experienced symptoms of Food Addiction, Disordered Eating,...