EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 41 MIN
E. 109 Olympia Qualification: What the New IFBB Points System Means for You
from Self-Selecting · host Cory Hageman
In this episode, I break down the new IFBB point system and what it really means for athletes, coaches, and the future of bikini and physique divisions.I share my unfiltered perspective on why this change is happening, how it affects the prestige of the Olympia, and the very real implications for PED use, fertility, and athlete health.I dive into the politics, the advantages certain teams have, and the unfair realities many competitors face in chasing pro-level success.Whether you’re an amateur eyeing your pro card or a seasoned competitor, this episode will help you understand how the new system could change the game—for better and for worse.Timestamps:- [00:00 – 01:21] – Introduction & first impressions of the new points system- [01:21 – 03:26] – Why oversaturation at the Olympia led to this change- [03:26 – 05:10] – The judge’s perspective and the challenges of massive competitor pools- [05:20 – 07:46] – How athletes “gamed the system” & the impact on competitive fairness- [07:46 – 09:34] – Why Olympia prestige is at risk with too many unqualified competitors- [10:27 – 12:59] – How the new point rankings and tiered pro shows will work- [13:16 – 16:19] – The unfair advantage of big teams and judge access- [17:10 – 19:57] – Former Miss Olympias, automatic qualifications & discretion policies- [20:19 – 23:24] – The reality of PED use to sustain conditioning under this system- [23:56 – 25:50] – What top coaches are really prescribing & the pressure on athletes- [27:11 – 30:44] – The hidden costs: femininity, fertility, and long-term health- [33:39 – 36:34] – The dangers of “risk-free” claims from coaches about PED use- [37:00 – 39:22] – Why athletes must understand labs & hormone health under the new system- [39:22 – 40:58] – Final thoughts: where bodybuilding is headed & the risks athletes faceLinks & Resources:https://coryfit.com/Coaching: Let's Chathttps://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15minConsults: Book a Callhttps://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultationFor more content, follow along:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/Patreon: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
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