Castor oil in your belly button. Protein chips. Wellness stacking. Social media health experts.

Has wellness gone too far?

In EP 132 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad takes a closer look at some of today's most popular wellness trends and asks an important question: are these habits actually helping people improve their health, or are they creating more stress and confusion?

The episode begins with a discussion around the viral trend of putting castor oil in your belly button, the origins of castor oil packs, and the claims surrounding detoxification, digestion, and Ayurvedic medicine. From there, Brad explores the growing trend of "wellness stacking" and why so many people feel pressure to optimize every aspect of their health.

He also dives into the explosion of protein-enhanced foods, the obsession with tracking every gram of protein, and why simplifying your approach to health may actually lead to better long-term results.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice on social media, this episode will help you separate what matters from what doesn't.

Topics covered:

• Castor oil packs and belly button trends
 • Ayurvedic medicine and wellness practices
 • Wellness stacking and optimization culture
 • Protein-enhanced foods
 • The pros and cons of protein tracking
 • Simplifying health and fitness
 • Social media wellness influencers
 • Building sustainable habits
 • Avoiding health anxiety and overwhelm

Remember: your setback doesn't have to be your ending.

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Is wellness culture helping us become healthier... or making us more anxious?

In EP 131 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel tackle some of the biggest wellness trends dominating social media and the health industry today. From the growing obsession with cortisol to the rise of continuous glucose monitors for people without diabetes, they break down what's useful, what's overhyped, and where people can easily get lost in fear-based health messaging.

The conversation also explores body image, changing beauty standards, self-perception, fitness culture, and the importance of finding balance in your pursuit of health.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, social media wellness trends, or the pressure to optimize every aspect of your life, this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters.

Topics covered in this episode:

• The cortisol obsession on social media
 • Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) for healthy individuals
 • Health optimization vs health anxiety
 • Body image and self-perception
 • Modern beauty standards
 • Personal fitness journeys
 • Mouth taping and breathing trends
 • Building a healthier relationship with wellness
 • How to avoid fear-based health messaging

Remember: your setback doesn't have to be your ending.

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Millions of people are turning to GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro to lose weight. But what happens when the weight comes off?

More importantly... what happens when you stop?

In this solo episode of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad shares his complete GLP Playbook, a step-by-step framework designed to help people maximize results while protecting muscle mass, improving health markers, minimizing side effects, and creating a long-term strategy for keeping the weight off.

Too many people focus only on losing weight. Very few have a plan for maintaining their results once they come off the medication. Brad explains why having an exit strategy from day one is one of the most important factors in long-term success.

In this episode you'll learn:

• How GLP-1 medications work
 • Why most people regain weight after stopping
 • The importance of building an exit plan immediately
 • The role of strength training while on GLP-1s
 • How to prioritize protein and nutrition
 • Essential supplements to support health and recovery
 • Lifestyle habits that improve long-term outcomes
 • How to manage common GLP-1 side effects
 • What to monitor while using GLP-1s
 • When to consult your healthcare provider
 • Eight action steps to implement over the next 30 days

Download Brad's FREE GLP Playbook:
 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kg7uivJ6Uf0y2rJX5G5JMCg9BbHE408j/view?usp=drive_link

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode of Your Ultimate Comeback is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Brad and Raquel are not physicians, and the content shared is based on personal research and experience in the fields of longevity and health optimization. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise program, making dietary changes, or starting any supplement or peptide protocol. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this content. Use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Can you heal when your body feels stuck in survival mode?

In EP 129 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel sit down with Allie Chandler for a powerful conversation about chronic illness, nervous system regulation, trauma, mindset, and what true healing actually looks like.

After battling chronic Lyme disease and severe health struggles, Allie realized healing wasn’t just about supplements, medications, or protocols. It required nervous system regulation, identity work, emotional healing, self-advocacy, and learning how to reconnect with hope.

This episode dives deep into the emotional and physical realities of chronic illness while offering practical tools for people who feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or stuck in a constant cycle of survival mode.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Allie Chandler’s chronic illness journey
• Healing beyond supplements and protocols
• Nervous system regulation and vagus nerve support
• The connection between trauma and chronic illness
• EMDR and mindset work
• Visualization and identity shifts in healing
• Finding the right practitioners
• Self-advocacy in healthcare
• The dangers of fear-based messaging
• Hope, resilience, and recovery

Join the Upsell Health waitlist:
 Upsell Health Waitlist

#YourUltimateComeback #EP129 #AllieChandler #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease #NervousSystemHealing #TraumaHealing #Mindset #EMDR #HealingJourney

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode of Your Ultimate Comeback is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Brad and Raquel are not physicians, and the content shared is based on personal research and experience in the fields of longevity and health optimization. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise program, making dietary changes, or starting any supplement or peptide protocol. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this content. Use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.

What if the biggest thing holding athletes back isn’t training… but nutrition?

In EP 128 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad sits down with Jason Geis, former professional baseball player, serial entrepreneur, and founder of @ProLeteLabs. From being drafted by the Cleveland Indians to building successful tech companies in Silicon Valley, Jason’s journey eventually led him to create a premium all-natural protein designed specifically for athletes who want real performance results without sacrificing taste or quality.

Brad and Jason dive into the realities of professional sports, the transition from athletics to business, why so many young athletes struggle to eat enough protein, and how proper nutrition can completely change an athlete’s trajectory. They also discuss leadership, discipline, team culture, social media, and the emotional side of life after sports.

Jason also shares the story behind ProLete Labs, the feedback they’ve received from Olympians, college programs, and professional athletes, and why clean ingredients matter more than most people realize.

Topics covered in this episode:

Jason Geis’ baseball journey from high school to pro ball

Lessons learned from sports and entrepreneurship

Building championship culture in business

Why athletes struggle with nutrition

The importance of protein and macros

Clean supplements vs low quality products

ProLete Labs and athlete performance

UCLA Baseball partnership

Social media and athlete branding

Life after professional sports

Leadership, discipline, and perseverance

#YourUltimateComeback #EP128 #JasonGeis #ProLeteLabs #SportsNutrition #ProteinPowder #AthleteMindset #Baseball #FitnessPodcast

In Episode 127 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel sit down with Kristin Oja, DNP, FNP-C, IFCMCP, founder and CEO of STAT Wellness, for a powerful conversation about functional medicine, longevity, hormones, stress, and the hidden markers of health most people overlook.

Kristin shares her journey from running a backyard bootcamp to building a multi-location wellness company focused on helping people uncover the root causes of their health challenges instead of simply masking symptoms.

Together, they discuss:

• Why “normal” lab work doesn’t always mean optimal health • The connection between insulin, cortisol, DHEA, and chronic stress • Why muscle mass is one of the most important health markers for women • The role of strength training in longevity and hormone balance • Why carbohydrates aren’t the enemy • How wearable tech and HRV can help track recovery and stress • The importance of personalized health strategies instead of one-size-fits-all advice

Kristin also shares her philosophy: “Little by little, a little becomes a lot.”

This episode is packed with practical insights for anyone trying to improve energy, body composition, hormonal health, and long-term wellness without extremes or burnout.

Follow Kristin & STAT Wellness: 

Instagram: @kristinojadnp 

Instagram: @statwellness

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode of Your Ultimate Comeback is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Brad and Raquel are not physicians, and the content shared is based on personal research and experience in the fields of longevity and health optimization. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise program, making dietary changes, or starting any supplement or peptide protocol. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this content. Use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.

Busy schedule, low energy, constantly feeling behind?

In Episode 126 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad (in studio) and Raquel (calling in remotely) tackle a real-life Q&A around one of the biggest struggles people face: how to stay healthy when life is chaotic.

From travel and packed schedules to work, family, and everything in between, it’s easy to feel like your health keeps slipping further down the priority list.

This episode breaks that cycle.

Brad and Raquel dive into:

• Why being “too busy” often leads to under-eating and low energy
• The subtle signs of burnout most people ignore
• Why strength training beats excessive cardio during stressful seasons
• How stress impacts sleep, recovery, and performance
• Simple ways to stabilize your routine when life feels out of control
• The role of peptides and recovery tools (like sauna and red light)

They also touch on a deeper mindset shift: sometimes improving your health starts with letting go of control, not tightening it.

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you reset, simplify, and rebuild.

This is one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had on Your Ultimate Comeback.

In Episode 125, Brad and Raquel sit down with Garett Bolles, left tackle for the Denver Broncos and 1st-team All-Pro, to talk about the road that got him there — and it wasn’t easy.

From a turbulent childhood and time in juvenile detention to struggling with learning disabilities, Garett’s story is about more than football. It’s about resilience, identity, and choosing a different path when everything is stacked against you.

We get into:

• The reality behind his NFL journey — highs and lows
 • Growing up misunderstood and navigating learning disabilities
 • The moment he found purpose beyond football
 • His work with at-risk youth and juvenile facilities
 • Building the GB3 Foundation
• Opening the Bjorem + Bolles Childhood Apraxia Training Center
• Why giving back is bigger than the game

Garett shares how love, support, and mentorship changed his life — and how he’s now doing the same for others who need it most.

This episode isn’t about stats.
 It’s about legacy, impact, and becoming the person you needed growing up.

If you’ve ever felt counted out, misunderstood, or like your past defines you — this conversation will hit home.

Support Garett’s work:

👉 GB3 Foundation

👉 ⁠https://garettbolles72.com/⁠

What if the reason you feel tired, anxious, or stuck… isn’t your workload, your workouts, or your schedule?

What if it’s your nervous system?

In Episode 124 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel sit down with Kristin Granillo, Head of Program Operations at Paragon, to talk about something most people overlook: chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation.

Kristin shares her personal story of being stuck in a constant fight-or-flight state for over a decade — and how it affected her health, body composition, and connection to herself.

Together, they break down:

• How chronic stress impacts fat loss, energy, and hormones
 • Why pushing harder can actually make things worse
 • The connection between emotions and physiology
 • What Heart Rate Variability (HRV) actually tells you
 • Practical ways to improve HRV and regulate your nervous system
 • Why relying too much on wearables can backfire
 • Simple daily habits to reduce stress and feel more in control

You’ll also learn actionable tools like the Quick Coherence technique, morning rituals that set your nervous system up for success, and how to break negative stress cycles in real time.

If you’ve been feeling constantly “on,” overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body, this episode will help you slow down, reset, and rebuild from a better place.

Follow Kristin & Paragon:
 👉 https://www.instagram.com/paragon_performance
👉 https://performanceparagon.com/

This episode hits close to home.

In Episode 123 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Raquel shares a personal experience that changed her perspective on aging, strength, and long-term health — her mom’s fall and hip fracture.

What seems like a random accident is often the result of something deeper: loss of strength, balance, and resilience over time.

Brad and Raquel use this moment to have a real conversation about what it actually takes to stay independent, mobile, and strong as we age.

This episode isn’t about fear.
 It’s about preparation.

We talk about:

• Why falls become more common with age
 • The real role of strength training in preventing injuries
 • Why weightlifting is about longevity, not aesthetics
 • How sitting and inactivity accelerate decline
 • Why most people overestimate their physical abilities
 • The importance of consistency over intensity
 • How to build balance, stability, and confidence in your body

You don’t need complicated workouts.
 You need consistent movement and strength.

The habits you build today will shape your life 10–20 years from now.

If you’ve ever thought “I’ll start later,” this episode is your reminder not to wait.