Episode 396

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12th May 2026

What I Did To Help a 49 Year Old Transform Their Body and Health Without Hormones, Medications, or Extreme Dieting

One of my clients just got results that normally only come from drugs, hormone replacement therapy, or some extreme program.

But we didn’t use medication or hormones.

We didn’t use a crazy diet..

And we definitely didn’t overhaul his entire life overnight.

In today’s episode, I’ll explain what we did to achieve incredible results.

These results speak for themselves 👇

30 point drop in cholesterol

271 point drop in triglycerides

148 point increase in testosterone

41 point increase in IGF-1

Lost 12 pounds AND gained 3–4 pounds of muscle

I coached him just like I coach anyone . . .

> I gave him small, doable weekly goals.

> We adjusted based on his life

> Held him accountable (with a mix of tough love + support)

What exactly did he do? You’ll have to listen to this episode to find out! But please don’t miss these big takeaways . . .

🔑 Big Takeaways

  • You can get BIG results from small changes
  • You don’t need drugs or extreme programs to transform your body
  • You don’t have to do crazy things — but you DO need patience
  • Consistency beats perfection. Every time.

Simple works.

But only if you actually do it and do it consistently.

If you’re tired of feeling like you have to do something extreme to finally see results, then this episode is for you.

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Lose Weight. Gain Life.
Welcome to the Real Life Weight Loss Podcast where we cut through the confusion and get down to the truth - down to what really works for REAL people when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off. We're diving into the most doable, sustainable weight loss strategies.

This podcast is all about busy moms, dads, husbands, wives who are working, raising kids, and trying to juggle everything life’s throwing at them … but also want to be the best they can for their family and friends and loved ones.

I’m your host Corey Little, a nutritionist and weight loss specialist with 2 degrees, 3 certifications, and 20 years of experience. I've been a champion bodybuilder with 3% body-fat and I’ve also pigged out at all-you-can-eat buffets and have a deep love of food and enjoying life like crazy! So, I’m not some Nutrition Robot or extremist. I’m a real person just like you who loves the good things in life - friends, family, and all the delicious food that comes with it.

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Corey Little

What’s up! My name's Corey Little.
I’m a down to Earth, real-life, donut-loving, “lose weight while getting away with as much as you can” weight-loss specialist.

When it comes to the world of fitness and nutrition, there isn’t much I haven’t done – from champion bodybuilder with 3% body-fat ... to all-you-can-eat buffets to ... training professional athletes to helping a mom of 3 finally drop that 20 or 30lbs she’s been dying to lose.

I am the voice of reason for the busy mom or dad who’s ready to drop weight and get fit, but doesn’t want to become some Crossfit maniac or join a “Diet Cult.”

I am the trusted guide, walking you through the often intimidating world of trying to figure out which diet or supplement actually works and which is a scam.

If losing weight doesn't fit into your life, then it doesn't work. Practical, realistic, sustainable, LIFE-changing results ... that's how we roll.