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STOP Wasting Peptides: Cycle, Sequence & Stack the RIGHT Way (SS-31, MOTS-c, NAD+, Tesamorelin, Retatrutide)

23 min · 5. juni 2026
episode STOP Wasting Peptides: Cycle, Sequence & Stack the RIGHT Way (SS-31, MOTS-c, NAD+, Tesamorelin, Retatrutide) cover

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Poor cycling, sequencing, and stacking may be why many people aren’t seeing results from peptides, sharing non-medical advice based on his research and experience as a 54-year-old former pro strongman, international pro wrestler, and IFBB pro bodybuilder. He outlines how to approach peptide “families,” emphasizing peptides as tools you can stop and restart without the endocrine disruption seen with TRT/PEDs. For mitochondria support, he describes sequencing SS-31 and MOTS-c, finishing with NAD, and stacking 5-amino alongside MOTS-c, typically run twice per year until benefits plateau. For secretagogues, he keeps tesamorelin as a core (5 days on/2 off) while rotating ipamorelin and CJC. He discusses retatrutide for weight loss and behavior change, including titration after breaks. Finally, he covers “healers” like BPC/TB, GHK (cycled), and KPV for maintenance, injury support, and scar tissue, and points viewers to his resources, calculator, consultations, and private platforms. 00:00 Why Cycles Fail 01:02 Credibility and Mission 02:02 Resources and Community 05:06 Quick Tools and Consults 07:04 Cycling Basics Explained 08:43 Mitochondria Family Stack 12:34 Secretagogues Rotation Plan 15:07 Retatrutide Weight Loss Use 19:26 Healers for Recovery 24:15 Dial It In and Wrap Up Jon Andersen is a pro bodybuilder, pro strongman, and the strongest man in North America. He offers comprehensive mindset, muscle-building, and nutrition coaching. His methods help you to speed up fat loss, lose weight, and build muscle to reach your fitness goals. Sick of simply surviving? It's time to learn to live in THRIVE mode. For a tailored approach to meet your specific fitness goals, consider joining the "Thrive Transformations" program. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!! Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] ("https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl") JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com]("https://japrotocols.com/") Max Performance 10% off with code (BigDog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com]("https://www.maxperformance4you.com") One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/( [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/(]"https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/") Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro( [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro(]"https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro") Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]("https://cellularadvantageacademy.com") #gymmotivation #fitnessmotivations #fitness Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

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episode STOP Wasting Money on Peptides: 3 Supporting Hacks to Double Your Results (Tessamorelin, Retatrutide, BPC-157) artwork

STOP Wasting Money on Peptides: 3 Supporting Hacks to Double Your Results (Tessamorelin, Retatrutide, BPC-157)

Jon Andersen explains how to get better results from peptides by focusing on key supporting factors rather than hype, noting his background in pro strongman, pro wrestling, and IFBB pro bodybuilding and his simplification-based coaching approach. He says many people can’t replicate “gym bro” results because they miss foundational habits: for Tessamorelin/secretagogues, prioritize sleep (especially dosing before bed to align with recovery) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

20. juni 202624 min
episode STOP Overdosing: The #1 Peptide/TRT Mistake Killing Your Results (Sweet Spot Secrets) artwork

STOP Overdosing: The #1 Peptide/TRT Mistake Killing Your Results (Sweet Spot Secrets)

Jon Andersen explains that many people misunderstand dosing with peptides, PEDs, TRT, and even nutrition: taking more or adding more compounds rarely speeds results and often creates diminishing returns, confusion, side effects, wasted money, and frustration. Using protein intake as an analogy, he argues the body can only use so much at a time, so consistency at the right “sweet spot” matters more than escalating amounts. He describes peptides as messaging molecules where excessive dosing “distorts” the signal, and too many peptides at once can become competing “voices” the body can’t decode. He also notes testosterone has a point beyond which more provides no additional benefit. He emphasizes focusing on positive progress metrics (energy, sleep, strength, clothes fit) instead of obsessing over stubborn fat and promotes his resources for deeper dosing guidance. 00:00 Cold Open Client Call 00:56 Dosing Mistakes Overview 02:09 Credibility And Mission 03:50 Private Resources And Academy 07:20 Concept First Protein Example 07:56 Protein Sweet Spot Lesson 11:50 Peptides Messaging And Distortion 15:23 Specific Peptide Stack Example 16:09 Mindset Progress Metrics Trap 19:49 PEDs Testosterone And Too Many Variables 21:56 Client Check Ins Reframing 25:31 Bear Trap Analogy And Core Takeaway 26:35 More Links Coaching And Protocols 28:15 Rumble Backup Subscribe Outro Jon Andersen is a pro bodybuilder, pro strongman, and the strongest man in North America. He offers comprehensive mindset, muscle-building, and nutrition coaching. His methods help you to speed up fat loss, lose weight, and build muscle to reach your fitness goals. Sick of simply surviving? It's time to learn to live in THRIVE mode. For a tailored approach to meet your specific fitness goals, consider joining the "Thrive Transformations" program. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!! Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] ("https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl") JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com]("https://japrotocols.com/") Max Performance 10% off with code (BigDog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com]("https://www.maxperformance4you.com") One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/( [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/(]"https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/") Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro( [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro(]"https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro") Cellular Advantage Academy (75% off code Academy) https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]("https://cellularadvantageacademy.com") #gymmotivation #fitnessmotivations #fitness Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

20. juni 202622 min
episode SHOCKING: 2 Most Powerful Peptides for Recomp (IGF-1 LR3 + Retatrutide) — Muscle Gain + Fat Loss artwork

SHOCKING: 2 Most Powerful Peptides for Recomp (IGF-1 LR3 + Retatrutide) — Muscle Gain + Fat Loss

Jon Andersen explains why he considers IGF-1 LR3 and Retatrutide (Retta) the two most powerful peptides for simultaneously building muscle and dropping body fat, stressing they can be used in different ways depending on goals. He favors IGF-1 LR3 over regular IGF-1 due to its much longer half-life and easier timing, describing its muscle-building effects (including recruiting new muscle via “satellite cells”), the importance of dialing in dose for pumps, and practical handling tips because it degrades quickly once mixed. He warns that high IGF-1 can accelerate growth of “zombie cells” toward cancer. He frames Retta as gen-three GLP benefits that still allow eating, and warns against GLP-driven malnourishment, sharing a client example who lost 80 pounds but felt terrible and likely lost muscle. He recommends simple diet rules: prioritize protein, don’t get hungry or overly full, eat about every three hours, and hydrate. He also promotes his paid academy, protocol resources, consultation options, and Rumble. 00:00 Two Powerful Peptides 01:08 Why Trust Me 03:18 Academy And Resources 05:27 IGF 1 LR3 Basics 09:11 Dialing Dose And Storage 13:20 IGF 1 Risks 14:59 Retta Explained 19:53 Diet Drives Results 20:19 Retta Misuse Dangers 24:24 Simple Eating Rules 28:30 Stack Summary And Wrap Jon Andersen is a pro bodybuilder, pro strongman, and the strongest man in North America. He offers comprehensive mindset, muscle-building, and nutrition coaching. His methods help you to speed up fat loss, lose weight, and build muscle to reach your fitness goals. Sick of simply surviving? It's time to learn to live in THRIVE mode. For a tailored approach to meet your specific fitness goals, consider joining the "Thrive Transformations" program. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!! Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] ("https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl") JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com]("https://japrotocols.com/") Max Performance 10% off with code (BigDog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com]("https://www.maxperformance4you.com") One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/( [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/(]"https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/") Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro( [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro(]"https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro") Cellular Advantage Academy (75% off code Academy) https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]("https://cellularadvantageacademy.com") #gymmotivation #fitnessmotivations #fitness Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

Yesterday27 min
episode STOP Guessing: Track Progress With Multiple Peptides (PEPs) Using This Simple Baseline System artwork

STOP Guessing: Track Progress With Multiple Peptides (PEPs) Using This Simple Baseline System

Jon Andersen explains that to know which peptide (or PED) is producing which results, you need unskewed data: first create a stable baseline of sleep, hydration, nutrition, training, and stress management, then introduce new compounds one at a time (“single file”) to collect clear metrics and find your personal sweet spot. He describes how individualized titration matters for some PEPs (e.g., Reta, MOTC, 5-Amino, NAD, mitochondria types) while others like BPC/TB combos are more problem-driven, and shares his own TB500 experience noticing reduced scar tissue and joint pain after targeted use. He applies the same methodology to PEDs, emphasizing nailing down testosterone first before adding other compounds, and mentions resources like cellularadvantageacademy.com, japrotocols.com (including a protocol calculator), maxperformance4u.com, and options for direct questions and coaching. 00:00 Tracking Multiple Peps 00:55 Why Data Matters 02:09 Credibility And Disclaimer 04:06 Subscribe And Ask Questions 05:15 Build A Stable Baseline 08:58 Single File Pep Testing 10:28 Sweet Spot Vs Rehab Peps 12:33 TB500 Scar Tissue Story 15:54 Synergy And Metrics 17:04 Apply It To Peds 22:40 Stability Tips Diet Sleep Training 27:59 Wrap Up Foundation First 29:31 Resources And Final Subscribe Jon Andersen is a pro bodybuilder, pro strongman, and the strongest man in North America. He offers comprehensive mindset, muscle-building, and nutrition coaching. His methods help you to speed up fat loss, lose weight, and build muscle to reach your fitness goals. Sick of simply surviving? It's time to learn to live in THRIVE mode. For a tailored approach to meet your specific fitness goals, consider joining the "Thrive Transformations" program. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!! Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] ("https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl") JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com]("https://japrotocols.com/") Max Performance 10% off with code (BigDog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com]("https://www.maxperformance4you.com") One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/( [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/(]"https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/") Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro( [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro(]"https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro") Cellular Advantage Academy (75% off code Academy) https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]("https://cellularadvantageacademy.com") #gymmotivation #fitnessmotivations #fitness Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

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episode SHOCKING Truth: Inflammation Is Ruining Your Peptide Results (BPC-157 + TB500, Retta, Sleep & Stress Fix) artwork

SHOCKING Truth: Inflammation Is Ruining Your Peptide Results (BPC-157 + TB500, Retta, Sleep & Stress Fix)

Jon Andersen says the “dirty little secret” holding back results from peptides (and even TRT) is chronic inflammation, driven mainly by processed foods, sugar, poor sleep, and stress/anxiety. He explains that peptides won’t work as well in an inflamed body and highlights BPC-157 plus TB500 (and optionally GHK and KPV) as a way to manage systemic inflammation in the gut, joints, and more, which can improve outcomes with other peptides like Retta (GLP) and mitochondria-focused peptides. He shares simple lifestyle steps to reduce inflammation—cut processed foods and sugar, improve sleep with a cool/dark room and consistent bedtime, and reduce cortisol from anxiety using gratitude—and mentions Epitalon and DSIP for sleep and Selank/Semax for anxiety and focus. He points viewers to cellularvantageacademy.com and jprotocols.com for protocols and resources, plus consult links, while emphasizing this is not medical advice. 00:00 Dirty Secret Intro 00:54 Why Trust Me 03:51 Inflammation Revealed 05:54 BPC TB Inflammation Fix 08:25 Retta Needs Healthy Gut 11:17 Inflammation Limits All Peps 12:30 Academy and Product Plug 15:53 Diet Tips Cut Inflammation 20:10 Sleep Recovery Strategies 22:34 Anxiety Cortisol Control 25:34 Selank Semax for Calm Focus 28:44 Platforms Resources Wrap Up 30:11 Final Disclaimer Goodbye Jon Andersen is a pro bodybuilder, pro strongman, and the strongest man in North America. He offers comprehensive mindset, muscle-building, and nutrition coaching. His methods help you to speed up fat loss, lose weight, and build muscle to reach your fitness goals. Sick of simply surviving? It's time to learn to live in THRIVE mode. For a tailored approach to meet your specific fitness goals, consider joining the "Thrive Transformations" program. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!! Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] ("https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl") JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com]("https://japrotocols.com/") Max Performance 10% off with code (BigDog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com]("https://www.maxperformance4you.com") One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/( [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/(]"https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/") Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro( [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro(]"https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro") Cellular Advantage Academy (75% off code Academy) https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]("https://cellularadvantageacademy.com") #gymmotivation #fitnessmotivations #fitness Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivation-with-jon-andersen--6120173/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. If you’re ready to crush your goals now!!  Message me with keyword “YouTube” https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl  [https://support.japrotocols.com/chat/new?repId=jon-cl] JA Protocols https://japrotocols.com [https://japrotocols.com/] Max Performance 10% off with code (Blog) https://www.maxperformance4you.com [https://www.maxperformance4you.com] One on One Coaching https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/ [https://www.jon-andersen.com/coaching-with-jon-andersen/]  Rumble https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro [https://rumble.com/user/JonAndersen_PeptidePro] Cellular Advantage Academy https://cellularadvantageacademy.com [https://cellularadvantageacademy.com]

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