Most guys over 40 think building muscle and losing fat is just about training harder or eating cleaner. The reality is, that only gets you so far.

True results come from optimizing the whole system: training, recovery, nutrition, hormones, and in some cases, leveraging tools like peptides. To dig deeper into this, I’m joined by Jeff Sakamoto. Jeff’s background in pro sports, bodybuilding, and now owner of a top peptide and hormone distribution company, gives him a unique perspective on what it really takes to move the needle.

In this conversation, we break down what optimization really means, why most guys are leaving game-changing results on the table, and how to approach peptides safely so they actually work for you. The goal is simple: help you look, feel, and perform your best without grinding yourself into the ground.

If you’re ready to move beyond outdated practices and start thinking like someone who values long-term health, energy, and performance, this is for you.

Episode Timeline: 

00:00 – Episode Preview

01:05 – Welcome to the Show

02:07 – Introducing Jeff Sakamoto

04:36 – Jeff’s Journey Into Telemedicine

05:42 – Dangers of self-sourcing peptides online

08:52 – Ensuring quality & pharmacy standards

11:02 – The pursuit of optimization

12:15 – Early athletic background & low testosterone discovery

17:25 – Stress, lifestyle, and body composition challenges

19:39 – Misconceptions around sleep, food, and alcohol

22:18 – Rationalizing habits vs. health goals

23:52 – Micro-decisions and long-term progress

25:06 – Ripple effects of daily choices

25:24 – Shifting identity away from alcohol

26:35 – Strength training after 40

29:05 – Moving past CrossFit and high-intensity training

29:55 – Training with intent, not annihilation

30:36 – Breaking down peptides

31:47 – Who should consider peptides

33:49 – Hormones vs. Peptides: where to start

35:26 – What “optimal” testosterone really means

37:48 – The importance of free testosterone

39:16 – Lifestyle factors before hormone therapy

41:16 – Reframing GLP-1s as a powerful tool

44:05 – Real-world results with GLP-1s

45:28 – Advancements with retatrutide

46:42 – Microdosing explained

48:07 – Broader benefits of GLP-1s

49:07 – Peptides that support healing & recovery

51:36 – Popular anti-aging peptides (GHK-Cu)

52:31 – Wrapping up & where to connect with Jeff

53:24 – Guidance for finding good clinicians

54:20 – Closing thoughts

Connect with Jeff Sakamoto: 

• Jeff Sakamoto’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeff.sakamoto/ 
• Company Website:  https://www.scripts.co/ 

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