Self-Selecting

In this episode, I sat down with Torey Braly to talk through her evolution as a competitor — from first show nerves to becoming a pro athlete navigating the big leagues. We broke down her shifting mindset, PED decision-making, building phase strategies, and what it's really like to show up to a competition… while on your period.

Torey also shares the growing pains of off-season weight gain, how she's learning to balance expectations with reality, and why obsessive tendencies can sabotage progress. Whether you're an athlete in the trenches or a coach trying to understand client psychology, this one hits home.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 03:34] – Torey’s first show mindset + early PED awareness
- [03:35 – 06:29] – First prep + what she didn’t know going in
- [06:30 – 09:10] – Turning pro and PED use in the pro league
- [09:11 – 13:27] – Competing while on your cycle + stage-day challenges
- [13:28 – 16:39] – Honest feedback + knowing where you stack up
- [16:40 – 20:44] – Needed improvements and physique assessment
- [20:45 – 25:25] – Muscle-building strategy + leveraging structure
- [25:26 – 32:02] – Off-season weight gain, body image, and mindset
- [32:03 – 36:16] – PED pressure, regret, and informed choice
- [36:17 – 44:42] – Navigating the new points system + Retatrutide
- [44:43 – 50:16] – Posing evolution + obsession with the small stuff
- [50:17 – 58:10] – Radical ownership, emotional addiction & athlete maturity

Links & Resources:

Follow Torey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torey_ifbbpro/?hl=en

Pose With Torey: https://calendly.com/fitfornorzn/30min-client-posing?month=2026-01

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In this episode, I break down the real reasons why Anavar isn’t the magic fix for female libido that some think it is. I share what I’ve learned from years of client conversations, consults, and real-world scenarios where deeper issues were being overlooked.

We dive into the multifaceted nature of female sexual dysfunction—from nervous system dominance and blood flow to psychological barriers like body image, unresolved resentment, and relationship dynamics. I also highlight the downstream risks of long-term Anavar use, such as virilization, hormone suppression, and cardiovascular strain.

This episode is an important one—especially if you or someone you know is considering using PEDs like Anavar for sexual performance or libido.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 03:46] – Intro: Why women are turning to Anavar for libido—and why it’s not the solution
- [03:47 – 05:43] – Understanding the umbrella of female sexual dysfunction
- [05:44 – 08:47] – Nervous system dominance and stress as libido killers
- [08:48 – 10:19] – Perfusion, organ function, and overlooked health contributors
- [10:20 – 13:38] – Emotional context, resentment, and unresolved relationship issues
- [13:39 – 14:14] – Body confidence and intimacy resistance
- [14:15 – 16:14] – Your environment, mindset, and feeling unsafe in your own body
- [16:15 – 18:19] – Why Anavar won’t fix intimacy issues (and can cause new ones)
- [18:20 – 24:14] – Side effects: Masculinization, hormone suppression, liver impact
- [24:15 – 27:19] – Using Anavar for libido = long-term commitment + irreversible changes
- [27:20 – 30:17] – Safer alternatives and making informed choices

Links & Resources

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In this episode, I break down what makes a great coaching relationship — and what quietly ruins it. I cover the client behaviors that build trust and progress, as well as the habits that frustrate coaches and lead to misalignment. From check-in consistency and applying feedback, to honoring your contract and treating your coach like a search engine — this is a behind-the-scenes look at what truly makes someone coachable.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 07:57] – Why discovery calls matter + early signs of misalignment
- [07:58 – 11:13] – Why coaches appreciate on-time check-ins
- [11:14 – 12:36] – Expectations around coach response times
- [12:37 – 16:00] – Clients who apply training feedback vs. those who don’t
- [16:00 – 21:05] – Asking other coaches for input = broken trust
- [21:05 – 27:25] – Honoring your coaching contract (and reputation)
- [27:25 – 33:16] – Treating your coach like a search engine
- [33:16 – 42:34] – Coaches failing to provide training feedback
- [38:26 – 39:56] – Accountability, ego, and boyfriends interfering in coaching

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. William Wallace, a clinical researcher and industry leader in the supplement and health optimization space. We talk about the truth behind supplement research, how to critically interpret lab results, what your hydration might be doing to your cortisol levels, and the real story behind NAD shots, nicotine for fat loss, and hormonal optimization. This is a deep dive into micronutrient science, metabolic health, and responsible supplementation.

Dr. Wallace’s blend of industry experience, scientific insight, and direct honesty makes this a must-listen for anyone interested in evidence-based health, fat loss, and performance.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 06:50] – Intro & Dr. Wallace’s background in supplement science and clinical research
- [06:51 – 13:32] – What studies really say about young, healthy people
- [13:33 – 20:16] – Micronutrient deficiencies vs. insufficiencies and how to interpret them
- [20:17 – 24:40] – What skews your serum lab values (vitamins and minerals)
- [24:41 – 30:37] – Magnesium myths, absorption, and which forms actually matter
- [30:38 – 43:36] – Nicotine: pre-workout fad or nootropic risk? Real risks and potential uses
- [43:37 – 47:53] – NAD shots: are they effective or a waste of money?
- [47:54 – 50:57] – Metabolic dysfunction, supplements, and fat loss myths
- [50:58 – 57:36] – Cortisol and hydration: what the research actually says
- [57:37 – 1:03:36] – Exogenous hormone use, spironolactone risks & closing thoughts

Links & Resources:

Follow Dr. William Wallace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.williamwallace/?hl=en

Subscribe to Dr. William Wallace's Newsletter: https://drwilliamwallace.com/newsletter/

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In this episode, I break down one of the most frustrating experiences in the gym: when you feel weaker than usual, despite doing everything “right.” I’m diving into 8 root causes of strength drop-offs - from hormonal shifts and under-recovery to hydration and dietary fatigue.

This episode will help you self-audit your performance without overhauling your entire training plan. If you’ve ever had a lift that made you question your progress, this one's for you.

Timestamps:
- [00:00 – 02:09] – Why we sometimes feel weak in the gym unexpectedly and how it messes with our mindset
- [02:09 – 08:06] – Reason 1: Late luteal phase – hormonal shifts that destroy strength & confidence
- [08:06 – 12:20] – Reason 2: Poor sleep or fragmented rest and its direct hit on performance
- [12:20 – 15:05] – Reason 3: Chronic dehydration and how it kills strength by up to 20%
- [15:05 – 19:23] – Reason 4: Weak pre-workout nutrition - are you lifting on an empty tank?
- [19:23 – 22:59] – Reason 5: Undereating & dietary fatigue from extended fat loss phases
- [22:59 – 29:21] – Reason 6: High stress and how it quietly breaks recovery & performance
- [29:21 – 35:23] – Reason 7: Was your last lift brutal? The recovery gap you may be missing
- [35:23 – 38:43] – Reason 8: One-off or pattern? Knowing when to reassess your program

Links and Resources:

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