EPISODE 105 | The Mind-Blowing Little Known Impacts of Low Testosterone with Justin Groce

Health & Wellness
Written By Brandi Fleck
 

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Many men experience low testosterone symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and loss of motivation without realizing the underlying cause.

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CREDITS: Original intro and outro music by Ryan Sauls. Episode creation, editing, production, and graphics by Brandi Fleck. Sound effects from zapslat.com. Bio and photos by and provided by Justin Groce.

Get to Know Justin Groce

Today we’re talking to Justin Groce. He’s an expert nurse practitioner with almost a decade experience in men's health. He is the owner of The Restore Clinic in Cookeville, TN, which focuses on hormone optimization therapy, peptide therapies, and longevity medicine for men. He's been a guest presenter at numerous conferences geared towards men's health and hormones, as well as in nutrition and fitness programming. Besides being a prominent figure in the testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) world, Justin is also a strength and conditioning coach and integrates that into his practice. 

I also happen to know that he loves hiking with his wife and is an excellent photographer.

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