231. TJ Dillashaw: On Biohacking, Longevity, Injury Recovery and Life After UFC

I sat down with two-time UFC Champion TJ Dillashaw to discuss the "delusional optimism" and biohacking protocols, like stem cell therapy and zone two training, that fueled his legendary career and his recovery from a dark identity crisis. Now, we’re diving into how he’s applying that same championship grit to disrupt the supplement industry with Wild Society Nutrition, proving that the pursuit of excellence in business and longevity is the ultimate human journey. Get the Longevity + Performance Stack here: https://bit.ly/3YPMNO4 Full Audience: Use code GARY15 for 15% off (one-time purchase) CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARYS VIP!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with TJ Dillashaw Website: https://bit.ly/499sJLj YouTube: https://bit.ly/4q9vfIE Instagram: https://bit.ly/4avH5bk Facebook: https://bit.ly/3MURVhk TikTok: https://bit.ly/49jB8fp X: https://bit.ly/4jlszVY LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4jeEXH4 Thank you to our partners H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP: JOIN AND GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn CARAWAY: “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S RHO NUTRITION: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/44fFza0 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 ​Intro of Show 02:14 TJ Dillashaw identity & the transition from professional fighting 03:44 Early wrestling roots and "Hazardous Hal" 04:47 Dropping out of grad school for MMA 05:53 The rapid growth of the UFC and bantamweight class 09:43 Career evolution and the "overworking" trap 10:46 Meeting Coach Sam Calavita and measuring toxins 13:11 Mastering energy systems and Zone 2 training 13:29 Understanding VO2 Max and lactic thresholds 22:58 Facing the legendary Joe Soto on 24 hours' notice 24:32 The power of delusional optimism and positive affirmations 26:36 Re-injuring the shoulder during a tetherball challenge 27:21 Using stem cells to avoid career-ending surgery 35:15 Adversity, suspension, and taking extreme ownership 40:08 Rebuilding identity and the "walk back" to the octagon 44:03 Disrupting the supplement industry with Wild Society 45:29 The "Caveman Eats" 20oz ribeye innovation 49:36 Partnering with Sprouts and avoiding "kill list" ingredients 57:41 Dana White’s documentary on life after fighting 1:03:12 What does it mean to you to be an Ultimate Human? Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices