You can do “all the right things” and still feel like your body is fighting you. That’s why this Pep Talk conversation hits so hard: fitness and lifestyle coach Chelsi shares what changed when she stopped blaming willpower and started looking at biology, inflammation, and recovery.

After a bodybuilding season, she felt depleted, achy, and stuck, then learned she was dealing with Hashimoto’s. From there, she rebuilt from the inside out with better data, better habits, and carefully chosen peptide support.

We talk through the real-world path most people are curious about but rarely hear explained clearly:

Gut health work as a foundation,
what it means to learn blood work,
and why calories in calories out can fall apart when stress, thyroid signaling, and cortisol are driving the wheel.

Chelsea also breaks down her experience with peptide therapy as an elite athlete competing in Hyrox. We get honest about side effects, dosing, and why the “best” choice is the one your body tolerates and responds to.

Then we shift into high performance and longevity. If you're an athlete wanting to feel your best in all decades past your 20s, you need to know what Chelsi takes and what she recommends.

For athletes, pay attention to:

Mitochondrial support like NAD+, MOTS-c
Popular repair peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500.
To get lean and clear the all the noise in your brain, think GLP/GIP combination.

If you’ve been struck with Hashimoto's and/or are wanting to be a participant in competitions like Hyrox, this is a must listen to episode. What peptides do elite athletes use and what would the everyday runner use? We have your answers. With this episode you’ll leave with clarity and next steps for all levels of athletic ability.

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Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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