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Sep 2
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197. Chris Bumstead: 6X Mr. Olympia’s Pe...

Gary Brecka
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The bodybuilding world’s best-kept secrets are finally revealed in this discussion between six-time Mr. Olympia Chris Bumstead and human biologist Gary Brecka. Learn how peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, and growth hormone-releasing compounds became the difference between career-ending injuries and championship-level recovery. Chris opens up about his autoimmun ... Show More
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