Blood Work 101 – What Your Labs Are Telling You (Ft. Austin Stout)

Coach Cody

In this first episode of the year, I sit down with Austin Stout to break down everything you need to know about blood work – what to check, why it matters, and how to interpret it to optimize your health and performance. Whether you’re a bodybuilder, athlete, or just someone trying to stay on top of your health, this episode is packed with practical tips.

Austin shares insights from his years of coaching and competing, including:

• How to order your own comprehensive blood work 🩸

• The must-have markers to track (CBC, CMP, hormones, etc.)

• How to identify stress and hidden health issues through lab work

• Why high glucose or liver enzymes might not mean what you think

• The importance of hydration, fasting, and timing for accurate results

We also touch on how to reduce stress, improve health outcomes, and stay flexible in your approach to bodybuilding and fitness.

💪 Ready to level up your health in 2025? This is the episode for you.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Austin’s recent competition

03:45 – Basics of blood work and what to check

07:30 – How to order blood work and save money

13:00 – Why hydration and fasting matter for labs

19:00 – Common markers that indicate stress

25:30 – How to interpret cortisol, glucose, and thyroid results

32:00 – The link between immune health and stress

40:00 – Tips for managing stress in bodybuilding and life

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