Fixing Biology: Mitochondria, GLP-1, EMFs & The Future of Performance | Alex Kikel

Mitochondria. GLP-1. Peptides. EMFs. Structured water.Most people are chasing fat loss and hormones without understanding what actually governs cellular performance.In Episode 110 of The Functional Code, Dr. Jace and Dr. Addy sit down with performance consultant Alex Kikel — known for working with elite athletes, clinicians, and high-level performers — to break down the deeper layer of biology driving fat loss, recovery, and longevity.This is not a surface-level peptide conversation.We dive into:✅ Mitochondrial hyperpolarization vs hypopolarization✅ What “overspinning” mitochondria actually means✅ How peptides influence membrane voltage✅ Why GLP-1 may be deficient in modern society✅ Microdosing vs bolus GLP strategies✅ SHBG vs free testosterone — what truly matters✅ Why total testosterone doesn’t tell the full story✅ Plasmalogens & remyelination explained✅ Exosomes for brain recovery✅ EMF exposure & collagen degradation in athletes✅ Parasympathetic beta oxidation (PBO walking)✅ Carbon dioxide tolerance & HIIT adaptation✅ Structured water & mitochondrial communication✅ Injury recovery stacks (BPC-157 vs TB-500 vs GHK-Cu)✅ Clotho protein pathways & longevityAlex connects mitochondrial membrane potential, environmental exposure, hormone transport, and performance adaptation into one unified framework.If you’re struggling with:• Stubborn fat loss• Hormone confusion• Chronic fatigue• Inflammation• Brain fog• Injury recovery plateaus• Or wanting deeper longevity insightThis episode will challenge how you think about biology.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – “Fixing Biology” Explained03:00 – From Concussion to Performance Science08:00 – Mitochondria as the Governor of Performance12:00 – Hyperpolarization vs Hypopolarization17:00 – Minimalist Mitochondrial Stack21:00 – GLP-1 Strategy & Receptor Decay29:00 – Weight Loss, Stress & Cortisol Load34:00 – Training: HIIT vs Hypertrophy vs Longevity41:00 – Fascia, Trauma & Stored Energy48:00 – EMF Exposure & Athletic Injury Patterns56:00 – BPC-157 vs TB-500 Differences01:00:00 – Hormones: SHBG vs Free Testosterone01:07:00 – Plasmalogens & Brain Repair01:13:00 – Exosomes & Neural Recovery01:18:00 – Clotho & Longevity Pathways🔬 Key TakeawaysMitochondrial membrane voltage dictates energy output and inflammation.More peptides isn’t better — overspinning creates oxidative spillover.GLP-1 isn’t just for weight loss — it influences neurochemistry.SHBG may matter more than free testosterone.Environmental exposure (light, EMF, grounding) affects cellular signaling.Fat loss without mitochondrial support leads to plateaus.Recovery requires structural + signaling support.📲 Alex KikelWebsite: https://theprepcoach.comCommunity: https://skool.com/tpcarmy🎙 About The Functional CodeHosted by Dr. Jace & Dr. Addy, The Functional Code decodes health, performance, longevity, and human optimization through an evidence-based, tissue-specific lens.New episodes weekly.Subscribe for:• Evidence-based health strategy• Performance physiology• Clinical frameworks• Longevity tools🎧 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3aY5zkhwg5Rzk2q33cbIlf🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-functional-code-podcast/id1754585557📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1ik_6wOJin5IxtZXvHdurw⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before making health decisions.Are mitochondria the real governor of performance, fat loss, recovery, and longevity?Subscribe for more evidence-driven conversations on performance, longevity, and functional medicine. Resources:doi: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.2c00534https://airestech.com/collections/bestsellershttps://blushield.com/collections/allhttps://leelaq.com/product/quantum-bloc/https://shenblossom.com/products/arc-pemf #TheFunctionalCode #Mitochondria #Peptides #GLP1 #Longevity #FatLoss #PerformanceScience