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Self-Selecting

Cory Hageman
Bodybuilding
Nutrition
Performance-Enhancing Drugs
Fat Loss
Coaching
Anavar
Mental Health
Muscle Growth
Weight Management
Dieting
Anabolic Steroids
Fitness Coaching
Strength Training
Fitness
Bikini Division
Body Composition
Weight Loss
Female Athletes
Performance Enhancing Drugs
Training

A podcast on everything under the umbrella of nutrition, training, PEDs, bodybuilding, and maybe the occasional non-fitness add-on with @cory_fit

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Latest Episodes

Should you lower your calories when fat loss stalls?

In this episode, I break down the decision-making framework I use with clients before ever reducing food. I explain why most people lower calories too quickly, the three data points you need befor... more

Should you train every set to failure if your goal is building muscle?

In this episode, I break down what training to failure actually means, the difference between technical failure and muscular failure, and why knowing the distinction can dramatic... more

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When should you lower the weight instead of pushing through the set?

In this episode, I break down the eight biggest signs that the load you're using is limiting your progress instead of driving it. I explain how movement quality, stability, exercis... more

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Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people stop progressing in the gym—but in many cases, the lower back isn't actually the problem.

In this episode, I break down why lower back pain occurs during squats, RDLs, hip hinges, and glute-fo... more

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Recent Guests

Christle Guevarra
Family medicine and sports medicine physician, telehealth practitioner, and clinician who prescribes GLP-1 medications for diabetes and weight management
Wild Health (telehealth) and USA Weightlifting/US Figure Skating volunteer physician
Episode: E. 173 How To Use GLP-1s Without Losing Muscle or Regaining Weight | Dr. Christle Guevarra
Chanel Collette
Fitness coach and IVF pregnancy journey subject
Self-Selecting / Strong State (branding transitions mentioned)
Episode: E. 170 IVF After Bodybuilding: Chanel Collette's Fertility & Pregnancy Journey
Tianna Weymouth
IFBB Pro, Olympia competitor
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Episode: E. 167 Tianna Weymouth on Olympia Prep, Coach Changes, PEDs & Recovery
Sue Bush
Fitness coach, founder of Physique Development
Physique Development
Episode: E. 164 How to Stop Hating Yourself & Finally Build Real Confidence With Sue Bush
Daraja Weidemoyer
Professional bodybuilder and coach, founder of Refined Strength Coaching
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Episode: E. 161 What Bodybuilding Really Costs Women (Hormones, PEDs & Motherhood) With Daraja Weidemoyer
Courtney Starr
Coach, bikini/wellness competitor, former Navy service member
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Episode: E. 158 The Truth About Women’s Bodybuilding, PEDs & Switching Divisions With Courtney Starr
Andy Galpin
Professor and scientist, executive director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University
Parker University
Episode: E. 152 How to Fix Your Sleep, Manage Stress & Optimize Recovery for Performance (Dr. Andy Galpin)
Ashley Kaltwasser
IFBB Bikini Pro, three-time Bikini Olympia winner, extensive competition history
Angel Competition Bikinis (sponsor mentioned)
Episode: E. 149 Ashley Kaltwasser on Bikini Division Changes, Fit Model & What It Takes to Stay Competitive
Hope Castelli
IFBB Bikini Pro, online coach
IFBB/Professional Bikini
Episode: E. 146 Building a Pro Bikini Physique | Heavy Training, PEDs & Mindset with Hope Castelli

Host

Corey Hagman
Host of Self-Selecting Podcast; focuses on coaching, biomechanics, and practical training strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 268 ratings
  • Absolutely fabulous!

    Cory is so incredibly talented in her way to break down the fundamentals of bodybuilding and PEDs! I am a natural wellness athlete and have been considering moving away from the natural world but I have been nervous! Cory has given me a lot of good information to speak with my coach about and make a better decision based on my training and body. I can’t say enough good things about her and her information. I tell everyone about her podcast 💖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marissa E K Grard
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it

    So informative and your voice is so pleasant! Thanks for all the great tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jilly_willy
    United States8 months ago
  • Bodybuilding MUST LISTEN

    Cory does an amazing job breaking down the real deal facts about fat loss, muscle building and everything in between! As a coach and an athlete, I’m always learning something from her pod! Keep it up, girl!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caileena-jellybeana
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it.

    I love this podcast & I love Cory. She’s just so ‘real’ & her content is very informative & inspiring! Regardless of what division you’re in or what your goals are, this podcast is a must to keep you going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janessa Leanne
    Canada2 years ago
  • Excellent

    Thank you so much, Cory for the high quality information, very understandable and so rare to find otherwise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lara Brunori
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Fans praise the host's depth on bodybuilding, PEDs, and practical coaching tips that feel actionable for competitors and coaches.
Listeners appreciate clear, evidence-based explanations and real-world coaching insights.
The show is seen as a reliable source of nuanced discussions beyond typical fitness podcasts, especially on safety and programming.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

E. 164 How to Stop Hating Yourself & Finally Build Real Confidence With Sue Bush
Q: Can you tell listeners what the Sorry, Not Sorry series is and how it came to be?
It's a grounded, direct way to call people up without shaming them, using a bit of humor and a tambourine prop to keep things memorable while delivering real, practical guidance.
E. 164 How to Stop Hating Yourself & Finally Build Real Confidence With Sue Bush
Q: Sue, who are you in the fitness space and out of the fitness space?
I'm a coach who built a life around helping people develop sustainable, healthy habits and confidence. My approach blends education, accountability, and empathy, focusing on long-term results rather than quick fixes.
E. 151 Bodybuilding Q&A: PEDs, Fat Loss Mistakes & Training Tips
Q: Should a bikini athlete using Anavar (anavar) be on TRT during prep, and what about after prep?
TRT can help maintain circulating androgens during a contest prep to preserve muscle, but it isn't universally required; decisions depend on individual testosterone levels, acne, and other comorbidities, with a focus on not overusing TRT during prep and reassessing after.
E. 151 Bodybuilding Q&A: PEDs, Fat Loss Mistakes & Training Tips
Q: What are the risks of using injectable L-carnitine year-round, and is it worth it for most athletes?
Generally safe and not universally necessary; benefits depend on deficiency status and adherence. It's not something the speaker plans to force into cycles, but it remains a valid option for those curious, especially if they are not androgenically inclined.
E. 143 The Truth About GLP-1s, Fat Loss, and Coaching Ethics with Dr. Kyle Gillett
Q: What would be your piece of information for the listener who comes in and is like, I might want to try peptides?
Find someone that you trust, ideally a health care provider, and acknowledge their biases while looking for someone with expertise.

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What is Self-Selecting about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, evidence-based show focused on nutrition, training, weight management, and the biomechanics of bodybuilding, with frequent dives into safer lifting practices, programming, and the realities of PEDs. Guests range from medical professionals discussing GLP-1s and appetite to athletes balancing motherhood with competition, and coaches sharing actionable coaching strategies, mindset work, and recovery. The format tends to blend technical coaching cues with personal journeys, offering both depth for practitioners and relatable stories for enthusiasts. It stands out for its no-nonsense coaching framework, emphasis on form and sustainable progress, and willingness to tackle controversial topics with nuance.

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