Show notes
Welcome back to the podddd! This week marks three years of me officially being an enhanced athlete and using PEDs so I wanted to recap and reflect, and also answer some questions you guys has about PED useI hope you enjoy, and don't forget to share and tag me on insta @emma.currivan xoxoCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN MY PATREON HERE - just 5.99 a month hehe xTo submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!Catch you in the next one xoTimestamps:00:00 - Emma's upcoming wedding and her personal milestone00:30 - Emma reflects on her transition from natural to assisted bodybuilding01:48 - The emotional and financial realities of wedding planning amid training02:47 - Skin and grooming updates leading up to the wedding week03:41 - The impact of current beauty routines on confidence04:39 - Excitement for wedding activities and final prep plans06:02 - Emma's reflection on her journey and social media secrecy06:59 - Discussion of her experience with PEDs over three years08:25 - The significance of her three-year anniversary as an enhanced athlete09:19 - Addressing the stigmas and misconceptions around PED use in women10:46 - Health implications of prolonged natural bodybuilding and hormonal health11:41 - The importance of research, informed choices, and coach transparency12:39 - Emma’s competition history and switch to wellness division15:29 - The role of genetics and body structure in choosing competition categories18:50 - Personal health struggles with amenorrhea and hormone health post-prep20:17 - Her decision to pursue assisted bodybuilding for health and performance reasons23:34 - Blood work insights, hormone replacement therapy, and medical guidance26:20 - Transitioning coaches and the importance of support systems29:39 - Initiating her PED journey with Christian in April, early cycles, and doses31:26 - The progression of her hormone levels and current TRT protocol32:48 - The effects of testosterone therapy on her cycle and health34:13 - The use of growth hormone, T3/T4, and other peptides in her routine36:36 - The balance of drug use, experimenting, and minimizing risks37:30 - The importance of moderation, age, and long-term health in PED decisions38:28 - Her stance on femininity, body image, and maintaining health39:28 - Peptides, long-term use, and priorities in therapy40:55 - Honest thoughts on human growth hormone and its timing43:27 - Weighing risks versus rewards of PED use for results44:52 - The value of patience, conservative use, and personal growth46:15 - The influence of PEDs on strength and body composition—estimated contribution54:09 - Combining TRT with cycles of Anavar or Primo for optimal results62:50 - The reality of social media influence, transparency, and honesty66:50 - Using PEDs outside of competition, potential long-term health impacts67:18 - The ban on GLPs and peptides like Ozempic in sports67:48 - Short cycles, one-off attempts, and the importance of understanding implications68:41 - Advice on natural vs assisted fitness models and safety considerations69:10 - Negative side effects experienced: voice deepening, sensitivity, and more73:42 - Emma’s reflections on her overall journey, regrets, and lessons learned75:04 - The misconception of work ethic and drug use—working smarter, not just harder75:32 - The importance of taking health seriously while using PEDs76:02 - Final thoughts on comparing natural and assisted pathways, promoting respect in the sport