Hey everyone, We wanted to give you all an important update about the future of our Bio Optimization Collective community here on Skool. Due to the evolving compliance rules and regulations surrounding the research peptide industry, we've made the decision to officially close the Bio Optimization Collective at the end of October. First and foremost, we want to thank every single one of you who has been part of this community. Bill and I have truly enjoyed sharing our knowledge, answering your questions, and helping you along your health and optimization journey. But just because this group is closing doesn't mean we're going anywhere! We're continuing to build and expand Ascension Aminos, and we'd love for you to stay connected with us. Here's how you can continue to follow us: Head over to https://ascensionaminos.com and create your free account. Through our website, you'll be able to stay connected with us, access available educational resources, and find information and support to help you better understand peptide research and optimization. We're committed to continuing to provide valuable education, resources, and support while adapting to the changing regulatory environment. Our last day here on Skool will be October 31, 2026. Again, thank you all for being part of this community. We appreciate each and every one of you, and we look forward to continuing this journey together through Ascension Aminos. Travis and Bill Ascension Aminos

RETATRUTIDE IS A TOOL. NOT THE SOLUTION. I want to talk about something I think a lot of people are missing when it comes to Retatrutide and GLP-1s in general. Everyone wants to talk about the weight loss. And yes, the numbers with Retatrutide are pretty crazy. But that's not what I think makes these compounds so valuable. I think one of the biggest benefits is that they can give you something most people desperately need when they're trying to change their body: PROGRESS. Think about how many times you've started a diet. You're eating better. You're going to the gym. You're doing everything you're supposed to do. Six weeks later you've lost three pounds and you're thinking... Why the hell am I doing all this? That's when most people quit. But when you start seeing progress, something changes. You get motivated. You start making better food choices. You start training consistently. You start drinking your water. You start prioritizing protein. You start seeing the person in the mirror change. And now you WANT to keep going. That's how I think these tools should be used. Not as a replacement for doing the work. As a tool that gives you an opportunity to BUILD the habits you're going to need when the tool is eventually gone. Because if you lose 40 pounds but never change the habits that got you there in the first place, what happens when your appetite comes back? You're right back where you started. So while you're getting results: Lift weights. Eat enough protein. Learn how to eat. Build your routine. Get your sleep right. Move your body every day. Build the lifestyle while you have the advantage. Because eventually the question isn't going to be... "How much weight did I lose?" The real question is: "Who did I become while I was losing it?" That's the part no peptide can do for you. I'm curious where everyone stands on this. Do you think GLP-1s should be looked at as a long-term medication, or as a tool to help someone build a completely different lifestyle?

We're excited you're here. This community is built for people who want to take control of their health, optimize their performance, and learn how to feel their best through education, science, nutrition, fitness, recovery, and the latest research. Whether your goal is to lose weight, build muscle, improve energy, balance hormones, optimize longevity, or simply become the healthiest version of yourself, you're in the right place. This isn't just another group. It's a community of people who are committed to learning, growing, and helping each other win. Now let's get to know you... 👇 Drop a comment below and tell us: 1. Where are you from? 2. What's the #1 reason you joined the Bio-Optimize Collective? 3. What's one health or fitness goal you're determined to achieve this year? You never know who else in this group is on the same journey as you. Jump in, introduce yourself, and let's start building something incredible together. @Maria Valverde @Susan Mansfield @Amy Garren @Mike Demelo @Tonya Huseby @Melisa Hubbard @Christy Singleton @Tyler Brooks @Kevin Schwanenberg @Nichole Ruwe @Diane Cornish