The Kris Gethin Podcast

You’ve followed every program. Taken every “science-backed” supplement. Tracked your sleep, steps, macros, and macros again. But results? Still inconsistent. Still frustrating. Still not reflecting the effort. That’s because you’re using generic tools for a highly specific machine, your body. In this episode, I walk you through the real game-changer: data-driven personalization. DNA testing. You’ll learn how to stop wasting time on plans that weren’t made for you, and start building a system based on your unique biology.  I’ll share the tools I use with VIP+ clients and myself to optimize recovery, cut fat, gain muscle, and extend healthspan well past 50. This isn’t optional anymore. If you want elite results, you need elite intel. No fluff. No hype. Just hard data and harder action. Listen in. Then upgrade everything. What's Discussed: 01:20 – Why cookie-cutter diets and generic plans are dead 03:55 – The real power of DNA: what your genes say about your gains 06:50 – How CGMs expose “healthy” foods that sabotage your energy 10:30 – Using HRV, blood work, and wearables to decide when to push or pull back 12:40 – Client case studies: stress, stubborn fat, and reversing biological age Thank you to our sponsors:    NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/  Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin  2 Shred: https://www.unmatchedsupps.com/products/2shred   

You train hard. You track every damn macro. You’re doing the double cardio grind. But your body still looks soft, flat, or watery. Something’s off. In this episode, I break down 11 reasons your physique isn’t changing—even though you’re doing “everything right.” Trash protein quality. Chronic inflammation. Hormones out of whack. Training without progression. Stress jacking your cortisol through the roof. This isn’t motivational fluff. It’s physiological fact. You don’t rise to the level of your motivation. You fall to the level of your systems. Fix what’s broken. Apply what works. Listen in and level up. What’s discussed: (00:05) You’re Doing Everything Right—So Why Do You Still Look Soft? (02:18) Hitting Your Protein Target? Doesn’t Mean You’re Building Muscle (05:13) Starving Yourself Shredded? Here’s Why That Backfires (10:06) Low Libido. Brain Fog. Fat Gain. Your Hormones Are Screaming (16:01) Still Not Lean? Cold, Sleep, and Stress Might Be the Missing Link Thank you to our sponsors:    NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin   2 Shred: https://www.unmatchedsupps.com/products/2shred   

Is GLP-3s the Next Evolution in Peptides? Here’s What You’re Not Hearing Everyone’s obsessed with GLP-1s like GLP-1. But what if there’s a better option with more benefits, fewer side effects, and real potential for body recomposition, brain health, and gut repair? It’s called GLP-3 peptides, also known as Retatrutide, and most people haven’t even heard of it yet. In this episode, I break down why GLP-1s aren’t the miracle drugs people think they are. They suppress appetite, yes, but at the cost of muscle mass, nutrient absorption, and long-term metabolic health. GLP-3s work differently. It improves gut integrity, boosts BDNF for brain performance, enhances metabolic flexibility, and reduces inflammation at the root. I also walk through how I use GLP-3s in client protocols, from microdosing to blood work analysis, and how it fits into a serious longevity strategy. If you care about more than just weight loss, this is the peptide you need to understand. Listen to the full breakdown. This one matters. We Also Discuss: (00:04) Why GLP-3s are the peptide nobody’s talking about, yet (03:52) What is GLP-3s and how it differs from GLP-1 (07:22) Gut health and healing leaky gut with GLP-3s (10:46) Brain health, BDNF, and cognitive benefits (20:35) GLP-3s for longevity, inflammation, and full-body optimization (24:00) Final thoughts, client protocols, and how to get started with GLP-3s Thank you to our sponsors:    NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin   2 Shred: https://www.unmatchedsupps.com/products/2shred   

Is GLP-2s the next level in fat loss or just another excuse to skip the work? In this episode of the Kris Gethin Podcast, I break down the most advanced GLP peptide on the market right now. You’ll learn how this dual-action compound hits both GLP-1s and GIP receptors to accelerate fat loss, crush hunger, and improve metabolic function faster than older GLP-1s. I walk you through the real-world results my clients are seeing: 15 to 22 percent bodyweight drops, better blood sugar control, and renewed energy. But I also pull back the curtain on the downsides. Nausea. Gut issues. Muscle loss. All of it can happen. You’ll discover how to use GLP-2s the right way. I also share a powerful transformation story from a friend who dropped over 130 pounds and built a physique he never thought possible. This episode gives you the tools to use modern science as fuel for your transformation, not a crutch to avoid effort. Listen now. Apply what you learn. And stop messing around. We Also Discuss: 01:27: How GLP-2s work: dual agonist targeting GLP-1s and GIP 03:46: Why GLP-2s outperform GLP-1s in fat loss and blood sugar control 05:52: GLP-2s vs GLP-1s: side-by-side comparison of results and side effects 08:26: The non-negotiables: training, diet, and recovery on GLP peptides 12:41: Real transformation: how one client lost 130 lbs and built muscle Thank You To our Sponsors: NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin  2 Shred: https://www.unmatchedsupps.com/products/2shred

Are GLP-1s like Ozempic and Mounjaro the future of fat loss, or just another excuse to skip the hard work? In this episode of the Kris Gethin Podcast, I break down the truth behind the hype. These drugs were made for managing blood sugar in type 2 diabetics, but now they’re being abused as quick fixes by people who refuse to lift, eat real food, or build discipline.   I explain exactly how GLP-1s work, how they suppress appetite, regulate insulin, slow gastric emptying, and why that means absolutely nothing if you’re not strength training or hitting your protein targets.    You’ll learn the science-backed risks: loss of lean muscle mass, slower metabolism, nutrient deficiencies, and long-term hormonal disruption. I also cover the hidden benefits no one’s talking about, visceral fat reduction, neuroprotection, and dopamine rewiring, and why those only matter if you’re treating the drug as a catalyst, not a crutch. If you’re using GLP-1s and not building real habits, you’re just renting results. This episode will show you how to make them work with your training, not instead of it.    Listen up, this one’s essential.   I Also Discuss:   (00:01) Ozempic Isn’t Magic—It’s Metabolic Warfare (03:38) Why GLP-1s Won’t Save You If You Don’t Train (05:07) The Muscle Mass Trap No One Warns You About (11:20) How GLP-1s Trick You Into Skipping the Work (17:09) The Price You’ll Pay If You Don’t Plan Life After the Drug   Thank You For our Sponsors:   NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin  2 Shred: https://www.unmatchedsupps.com/products/2shred  

Are you stuck at a fat loss plateau despite perfect diet and training? In this episode of the Kris Gethin Podcast, I break down the peptide protocols that changed everything - no fluff, just the compounds that actually work for stubborn fat, metabolic plateaus, and body recomposition. I've been using peptides since 2017, starting with the Wolverine stack for injury recovery. Now I'm getting flooded with questions about fat-burning peptides, and rightfully so - these compounds are showing serious promise when used correctly. You'll learn the mechanisms behind AOD9604, 5-amino-1-MQ, SLUPP332, tesamorelin, ipamorelin, tesofensine, and CJC-1295. I explain how these peptides increase lipolysis, prevent fat storage, suppress appetite, and enhance insulin sensitivity. Listen in for the clinical evidence, safety protocols, blood work requirements, and why these aren't magic bullets. Let’s get into it.   I Also Discuss: (00:41) My First Peptide Stack and Why I Started Using Them  (02:58) What Peptides Are and Why They're So Powerful for Fat Loss (05:24) AOD9604: The Pure Fat Loss Agent That Targets Only Adipose Tissue  (07:19) 5-Amino-1-MQ: The Game Changer for Metabolic Plateaus  (09:42) SLUPP332: The Exercise Mimetic That Browns Your Fat  (11:42) Tesamorelin: The Visceral Fat Assassin for Dangerous Belly Fat  (13:06) Ipamorelin: Precision GH Catalyst for Muscle Preservation  (14:36) Tesofensin: The Appetite Annihilator for Cravings and Binge Eating  (15:44) CJC-1295: Enhanced Lipolysis and Metabolic Rate Boost  (18:18) Critical Safety Protocols and Blood Work Requirements   Thank you to our sponsors: NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin 

The biggest lie in fitness is that you have to choose between being strong or being fit. In this episode of the Kris Gethin podcast, I join Jen Cohen on her Habits and Hustle podcast to break down why I've dedicated my career to proving that wrong. We dive deep into the science of preventing muscle catabolism during cardio, the nutrition protocols that support both strength and endurance, and why most people's approach to body composition is fundamentally flawed. I share my personal biohacking stack for reversing biological age, including stem cell therapy, peptide protocols, and the silent meditation retreat that changed everything. Jennifer Cohen is a leading fitness expert, bestselling author, and host of the Habits and Hustle Podcast. Known for her no-nonsense approach that cuts through industry BS, she's authored multiple books and is a trusted voice in wellness. We Also Discuss: 02:58 Hybrid Athleticism: Merging Bodybuilding and Endurance 05:57 The Importance of Nutrition in Endurance Sports 08:55 Balancing Cardio and Muscle Preservation 12:07 Natural Bodybuilding: Steps to Stay Lean and Fit 15:08 Biohacking: Overrated and Underrated Modalities 18:01 Stem Cells: A Game Changer in Recovery 21:05 Strategies for Losing the Last Five Pounds 26:50 Balancing Cardio and Hunger 30:40 Overrated and Underrated Exercises 35:44 Isolation vs. Compound Movements 38:02 Training Frequency and Recovery 40:06 Natural Ways to Maintain Muscle 49:02 Exploring Natural Alternatives to Ozempic 55:51 The Importance of Fiber in Diet 57:57 Reversing Biological Age 58:59 Exploring Biological Age Reversal Techniques 01:02:49 The Impact of Meditation on Biological Age 01:06:53 Innovative Therapies and Their Efficacy 01:11:07 Supplements: The Overrated and Underrated 01:13:04 A Day in the Life of Kris Gethin   Thank you to our sponsors:    NAD+ + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin      Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement

Think you can eat candy all day and stay lean? Think again. This "sugar diet" trend flooding social media is misleading millions - and I'm calling it out. In this episode, I expose why muscular influencers promoting high-sugar diets are dangerously misleading the average person. These enhanced athletes with decades of training and superior metabolic flexibility aren't representative of you. I'll break down what actually happens when you consume massive amounts of sugar: chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, gut dysfunction, nutrient depletion, and addiction-level cravings. Yes, calories matter - but sugar destroys your performance and health from the inside out. You'll learn why blood sugar crashes kill your training, how sugar fuels systemic inflammation that blocks fat loss, and the documented long-term consequences including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and accelerated aging. Ready for the truth about sugar and sustainable body composition? Stop following dangerous trends and start prioritizing real health.   I Also Discuss: (00:03) The Sugar Diet Trend: What It Is and Why It's Spreading  (01:31) Mark Bell and Other Influencers Promoting High Sugar Intake  (03:21) Four Reasons This Dangerous Trend Gained Popularity So Fast  (05:55) What's Actually Valid About Carbohydrates and Performance  (08:11) The Misleading Claims: Why "Calories Only" Is Dead Wrong  (10:51) Sugar Addiction: Why It's More Addictive Than Heroin  (11:38) Blood Sugar Crashes and Energy Destruction from High Sugar  (13:22) Chronic Inflammation: The Silent Killer of Fat Loss and Performance  (14:37) How Sugar Hijacks Your Brain's Reward System  (15:56) Chris's Modified Approach: Fruits and Manuka Honey Experiment  (16:56) Final Takeaways: Why This Trend Fails Long-Term Health  (18:10) Working with Clients: Blood Panels and Proper Guidance Required   Thank you to our sponsors: NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin   

The energy crisis in your life isn't about sleep, caffeine, or even your training program—it's happening in your cells. In this episode of the Kris Gethin podcast, I talk with Mike Belkowski, founder of BioLight, about why methylene blue is the missing piece in your recovery arsenal. We break down the science of mitochondria, how methylene blue concentrates 100x in your brain tissue, and why it's become the secret weapon for athletes, executives, and biohackers alike. We share how to dose for maximum benefits and how to combine it with red light therapy for amplified results. I also share my personal travel stack that's eliminated jet lag for 7 years straight. Mike Belkowski is the founder of BioLight and a leading expert on methylene blue supplementation. An avid biohacker, he's developed multiple specialized formulations including Leuco Blue, BioBlue SR, and Methylene Calm to optimize mitochondrial function, performance, and recovery.   We Also Discuss: (00:00) Methylene Blue and Mitochondrial Health (13:58) Enhancing Mitochondrial Function With Supplements (19:39) Synergistic Effects of Methylene Blue (28:52) Optimizing Health With Leukomethylene Blue (33:30) Optimizing Methylene Blue Dosage and Benefits (43:36) Health Optimization Summit  Thank you to our sponsors:    NAD+ + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin      Find more from Mike Belkowski:   Website: Use Kris10 for 10% off Instagram: @dr.mikebelkowski Podcast: The Red Light Report  

Are your recovery methods actually working, or are you just following another fitness trend without results? In this episode, I break down contrast therapy - no BS, just science-backed protocols I've used since the 90s. For serious recovery, performance, and longevity, this information is non-negotiable. I'll explain how saunas increase blood flow and growth hormone while cold plunges reduce inflammation and stabilize blood sugar. You'll learn my exact protocol and why this combination powerfully reduces DOMS, improves circulation, enhances mental toughness, and can decrease all-cause mortality by up to 40%. Listen in for the common mistakes most people make, how to proper hydrate with electrolytes, and optimal timing. Ready to optimize recovery, reduce inflammation, gain mental clarity, and maximize performance with protocols that actually work? Let’s get started.  I Also Discuss: (02:12) Saunas and Cold Plunges: The Science Behind Their Benefits  (05:59) Mental Toughness and "Be Harder to Kill" Benefits  (08:59) Critical Hydration Protocols for Maximum Benefits  (12:46) Proper Temperature Ranges and Breathing Techniques  (15:47) Gender Differences and Hormone Considerations  (17:50) Timing Around Workouts and Impact on Recovery  (18:36) How Contrast Therapy Reduced My Biological Age to 26 Thank you to our sponsors: NAD + Cell Shield from Biostack Labs https://biostacklabs.com/kris  BiOptimizers - code KRIS10 for 10% off  https://bioptimizers.com/    Find more from Kris: Website: https://www.krisgethin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisgethin/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/krisgethin