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123: How Stem Cells Saved UFC Champion's Career with T.J. Dillashaw

Season 1, Ep. 23

What happens when a UFC champion turns his focus from fighting in the cage to fighting aging? Former two-time UFC bantamweight champion TJ Dillashaw joins Nikki and Buck for a deep dive into stem cell therapy, peak performance, and biohacking longevity. TJ shares his experience with BioAccelerator’s advanced stem cell treatments, how they’ve impacted his injuries, and why he’s all-in on cutting-edge health optimization. From nutrition, fasting, and sleep hacks to training smarter—not just harder—this episode is packed with actionable longevity insights from an elite athlete who’s always pushing the limits.



Learn more about T.J. Dillashaw:

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