# The Anvil Effect: Forging Stronger Bodies Through Breath, Bodywork, and Hormones with Chris

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Podcast: [Hormones Happen](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hormones-happen-7120442)
Published: 2026-02-25T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/hormoneshappen/2524208
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Duration seconds: 2920

## Resource

In this episode of Hormones Happen , host Jeremiah , the “Optimized NP,” sits down with Chris , an Army veteran and founder of Anvil Bodyworks, for a powerful conversation on healthy self-interest and what true optimization really looks like. Chris shares his journey from high-stress military and corrections work—marked by burnout and hypervigilance—to discovering therapeutic bodywork as a critical tool for recovery and performance. Together, they break down common myths around massage and hormone optimization, explore the importance of trust, breathwork, and intentional movement, and explain why slow, consistent care beats “more pressure” every time. The episode ties bodywork and HRT together as complementary tools for men and women—especially those aged 35–55—who want to function, perform, and live better, not just longer. The takeaway is clear: prioritize your body before it breaks, breathe with intention, and take ownership of your health journey. Velasco Supplements Promo 🎧 Podcast Perk: Take 10% off any Velasco Supplements LLC formula—use code “ Hormones Happen ” at checkout. Clinician-grade support, transparent labels, third-party tested. Limited time—stock up today. Get in touch with Chris! Website Facebook Instagram Check out Steel City HRT & Weight Loss! Linktree Website Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok Pinterest

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