Bodybuilding Health: Steroids, Blood Work, TRT, Mental Health & Longevity | The Truth No One Talks About

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to The Beyond Condition Podcast for an in-depth conversation with Romana Skotzen, IFBB Pro and Olympian.Bodybuilding isn't just about building muscle - it's also about protecting your long-term health. In this in-depth conversation, we discuss the realities of performance-enhancing drugs, blood work, mental health, hormone management, and the challenges many athletes face behind the scenes.In this episode we cover:The stigma surrounding anabolic steroids and testosteroneIron deficiency and how it can affect performanceRomana’s cancer scare and the importance of proper medical assessmentPrivate healthcare vs NHS referrals for bodybuildersSmart supplementation strategiesIdentity, purpose, and mental health after stepping away from competitionRetirement - by choice or circumstanceWhy blood work can feel overwhelmingUnderstanding prolactin and hormone healthThyroid function, medication, and common misconceptionsMisdiagnosis and advocating for your healthAnxiety, PTSD, and suicide awareness in the fitness communityWorking with your GP and specialist referralsHow to interpret blood work without jumping to conclusionsKidney markers and common misconceptionsLongevity and making bodybuilding sustainableTravelling while managing your health and performanceLife and bodybuilding in TampaThis conversation is designed to educate - not diagnose. If you're a bodybuilder, athlete, or fitness enthusiast, understanding your health markers and working with qualified healthcare professionals is just as important as your training.Find Romana on Instagram @romana.skotzen_ifbbproWatch the episode here: https://youtu.be/o4RCkB1RjAoFind Sarah on Instagram: @sarahparker_bbTHE ULTIMATE SHOW DAY GUIDE E-BOOK: Purchase hereBeyond Condition Coaching Application: Click here