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I've been holding onto stories, truths, and lessons that deserve to be shared - not just for me, but for anyone who needs to hear them. Sometimes the hardest stories to tell are the ones that hold the most power. They're raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically real. That's what Fiercely Unfiltered is all about— creating a space where vulnerability meets strength, where silence is replaced with courage, and where every story is told with purpose. This isn't just a podcast. It's a conversation. It's healing. It's growth.
Collagen, Patches, and Cheat Days: Health Hacks That Actually Work
Fiercely Unfiltered with Kelly Renee
18 minutes
2 months ago
Collagen, Patches, and Cheat Days: Health Hacks That Actually Work
What happens when the competition lights fade, and real life sets back in? In this episode of Fiercely Unfiltered, Kelly Renee opens up about her journey eight weeks post-show, the highs, the struggles, and the lessons she’s learning while navigating health, aging, and balance.
From gaining back weight after competition prep to experimenting with wellness products that support recovery and skin health, Kelly gives an unfiltered look at what it really takes to maintain results, age gracefully, and stay consistent without losing yourself.
This episode is packed with raw honesty, practical tips, and real-life stories from cheat-day bundt cakes to collagen and stem cell patches that prove fitness isn’t just about how you look on stage, but how you live every single day.
Key Takeaways
Post-show recovery means weight gain, hormone changes, and a mindset shift.
Aging well isn’t luck; it’s about proactively supporting your body with nutrition, supplements, and hydration.
Consistency in nutrition (calories + macros) matters more than perfection.
Investing in wellness tools (patches, collagen, alkaline water) can improve recovery, energy, and skin health.
Muscle building requires fuel; don’t fear eating more when the goal is growth.
Fitness is a lifelong process: track your progress, keep learning, and give yourself grace.
In This Episode
[00:01] Life update: post-show weight, body fat, and cycle recovery
[02:18] Aging, recovery, and why supplements matter
[03:22] Stem cell activation patches (X39) and personal results on
[05:16] Collagen, NAD+, and supporting cellular health
[07:24] Alkaline water (Kangen machine) and hydration benefits
[09:27] Anti-aging practices, peptides, and reversing the clock
[11:23] Nutrition, macros, and fueling growth without fear
[13:39] Lessons from bodybuilding: calories, protein, and lifting heavy
[16:38] Building a sustainable lifestyle vs. chasing perfection
[18:38] Closing thoughts: proactive health and living by example
Notable Quotes
(01:33) "I record myself eating my bundt cake... when I want another bundt cake, I actually just go watch a reel of me eating it. It's kind of satisfying again." — Kelly Renee
(03:05) "By the time you're my age, you have a whole bunch of dormant stem cells... which made your skin look older, it makes you recover slower." — Kelly Renee
(13:48) "I used to be the worst fucking eater. Like I said, I didn't even know what protein was." — Kelly Renee
(19:18) "Feeling good about yourself is better than chocolate cake taste." — Kelly Renee
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I've been holding onto stories, truths, and lessons that deserve to be shared - not just for me, but for anyone who needs to hear them. Sometimes the hardest stories to tell are the ones that hold the most power. They're raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically real. That's what Fiercely Unfiltered is all about— creating a space where vulnerability meets strength, where silence is replaced with courage, and where every story is told with purpose. This isn't just a podcast. It's a conversation. It's healing. It's growth.
