EP 51: What Actually Works for Recovery & Performance | Peptides, Nutrition & Training | Anthony Castore

Peptides, performance, and recovery are at the center of this conversation.

In Episode 51 of the Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Anthony Castore, whose journey into health and wellness started with a simple goal: transform his body. What began as a pursuit of fitness evolved into a deep dive into peptides, cellular health, and performance optimization.

Anthony shares how he went from being a 117-pound high school graduate to immersing himself in the world of peptide therapy, conferences, and education, eventually connecting with leaders in the field like Dr. Seeds and contributing to the growing peptide conversation.

In this episode, we cover:

• Anthony’s transformation from bodybuilding to peptide education
 • What peptides actually do and how they support recovery and performance
 • The importance of lifestyle, nutrition, and training alongside peptides
 • Real-world case studies, including athletes and everyday clients
 • Simple nutrition frameworks like the “hand system” and 5-10-15-20 rule
 • Why recovery and mitochondrial health matter more than people think
 • The role of strength training in long-term health
 • Anthony’s go-to peptides and how he approaches protocols

This episode is a powerful reminder that peptides aren’t magic — they’re tools, and the foundation will always be built on consistency, education, and understanding your body.

As always, remember that everyone’s health journey is different. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or protocol.

Peptides discussed in this episode:

BPC-157 (recovery + gut research)

TB-500 (tissue repair + recovery research)

GHK-Cu (skin + repair research)

CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin (growth hormone support research)