EPISODE · Jul 15, 2025 · 57 MIN
Should BPC-157 Get Athletes Banned? CrossFit Games Athlete Popped for Peptide Use
from Jason Khalipa Podcast · host TRAIN HARD Media
In this episode, the guys break down the latest controversy shaking up the CrossFit space: a Games athlete is out after testing positive for BPC-157. But should this peptide even be banned? From supplement protocols to fairness vs. safety, Jason, Gabe, and MDV cover all sides of the debate—and share why this story is bigger than just one athlete.They also talk about testing standards, the difference between elite and general population use, and why some athletes might make more on YouTube than in competition. Plus, Diesel Jason makes an appearance, there’s a friendly push-up throwdown in Cabo, and yes—Jason is still training hard in sandals.Timestamps:0:00 DIESEL JASON makes his entrance (the head nod is the ultimate sign of respect)4:00 Should BPC-157 be banned?10:11 This is Barbell Spin, not The New York Times—why is this newsworthy?10:30 Is the ban about fairness or athlete safety?13:00 Don’t forget the human aspect16:20 Steroids in all sports... do the leagues know?19:00 Jason was NEVER popped for steroids20:57 These guys might make more money on YouTube than at the Games25:00 Can you even test for BPC-157?26:37 The general population is taking this stuff too32:47 “I called CrossFit every time I took anything”38:00 CrossFit and BJJ friendships... and push-up contests in Cabo47:50 Has CrossFit taken the range of motion standards too far?52:00 WAKE UP EARLY AND TRAIN HARD (IN SANDALS)Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. #JKPFollow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonGabeMDVDennisTrain with us on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter
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In this episode, the guys break down the latest controversy shaking up the CrossFit space: a Games athlete is out after testing positive for BPC-157. But should this peptide even be banned? From supplement protocols to fairness vs. safety, Jason, Gabe, and MDV cover all sides of the debate—and share why this story is bigger than just one athlete.They also talk about testing standards, the difference between elite and general population use, and why some athletes might make more on YouTube than in competition. Plus, Diesel Jason makes an appearance, there’s a friendly push-up throwdown in Cabo, and yes—Jason is still training hard in sandals.Timestamps:0:00 DIESEL JASON makes his entrance (the head nod is the ultimate sign of respect)4:00 Should BPC-157 be banned?10:11 This is Barbell Spin, not The New York Times—why is this newsworthy?10:30 Is the ban about fairness or athlete safety?13:00 Don’t forget the human aspect16:20 Steroids in all sports... do the leagues know?19:00 Jason was NEVER popped for steroids20:57 These guys might make more money on YouTube than at the Games25:00 Can you even test for BPC-157?26:37 The general population is taking this stuff too32:47 “I called CrossFit every time I took anything”38:00 CrossFit and BJJ friendships... and push-up contests in Cabo47:50 Has CrossFit taken the range of motion standards too far?52:00 WAKE UP EARLY AND TRAIN HARD (IN SANDALS)Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. #JKPFollow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonGabeMDVDennisTrain with us on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter
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