What if the reason you feel tired, anxious, or stuck… isn’t your workload, your workouts, or your schedule?

What if it’s your nervous system?

In Episode 124 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel sit down with Kristin Granillo, Head of Program Operations at Paragon, to talk about something most people overlook: chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation.

Kristin shares her personal story of being stuck in a constant fight-or-flight state for over a decade — and how it affected her health, body composition, and connection to herself.

Together, they break down:

• How chronic stress impacts fat loss, energy, and hormones
• Why pushing harder can actually make things worse
• The connection between emotions and physiology
• What Heart Rate Variability (HRV) actually tells you
• Practical ways to improve HRV and regulate your nervous system
• Why relying too much on wearables can backfire
• Simple daily habits to reduce stress and feel more in control

You’ll also learn actionable tools like the Quick Coherence technique, morning rituals that set your nervous system up for success, and how to break negative stress cycles in real time.

If you’ve been feeling constantly “on,” overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body, this episode will help you slow down, reset, and rebuild from a better place.

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This episode hits close to home.

In Episode 123 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Raquel shares a personal experience that changed her perspective on aging, strength, and long-term health — her mom’s fall and hip fracture.

What seems like a random accident is often the result of something deeper: loss of strength, balance, and resilience over time.

Brad and Raquel use this moment to have a real conversation about what it actually takes to stay independent, mobile, and strong as we age.

This episode isn’t about fear.
It’s about preparation.

We talk about:

• Why falls become more common with age
• The real role of strength training in preventing injuries
• Why weightlifting is about longevity, not aesthetics
• How sitting and inactivity accelerate decline
• Why most people overestimate their physical abilities
• The importance of consistency over intensity
• How to build balance, stability, and confidence in your body

You don’t need complicated workouts.
You need consistent movement and strength.

The habits you build today will shape your life 10–20 years from now.

If you’ve ever thought “I’ll start later,” this episode is your reminder not to wait.

Getting your health back after 40 isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing the right things, in the right order.

In Episode 122 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel break down the biggest mistakes people make when trying to “get back on track” — and why going all-in too fast often leads to burnout, injuries, and frustration.

Your body in your 40s and 50s isn’t the same as it was in your 20s. Hormones shift, stress accumulates, and recovery becomes just as important as effort.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why aggressive workouts backfire after 40
• Why strategies from your 20s stop working
• How stress and fatigue impact your progress
• The importance of strength training for longevity
• Why sleep, nutrition, and consistency matter more than intensity
• How to build non-negotiables that actually stick
• The real impact of alcohol on performance and recovery

We also talk about the behind-the-scenes habits that actually create results — the ones most people overlook while chasing quick fixes.

If you’re feeling stuck, tired, or overwhelmed trying to “do everything right,” this episode will help you simplify your approach and build a sustainable path forward.

Slow down. Build smarter. Stay consistent.