3-Month Longevity Optimization Plan for Biohackers
Integrating cutting-edge strategies for physical, cognitive, and cellular health.
Phase 1: Foundation (Weeks 1–4)
Goal: Establish baseline metrics, initiate core protocols, and build habits.
1. Supplement Stack
Dosages and cycling to maximize efficacy and minimize tolerance.
- Core Longevity:
- NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide): 500 mg/day (sublingual), 5 days on/2 days off.
- Resveratrol: 500 mg + Quercetin: 500 mg (taken together with fatty meal for absorption), daily.
- Omega-3 (DHA/EPA): 2–3 g/day (high EPA for anti-inflammatory focus).
- Vitamin D3: 5,000 IU + Vitamin K2 (MK-7): 200 mcg, daily.
- Magnesium Glycinate: 400 mg before bed.
- Metabolic Support:
- Berberine: 500 mg with meals (3x/day), 8 weeks on/2 weeks off.
- Metformin (if prescribed): 500 mg with dinner (optional; consult physician).
- Cognitive Enhancement:
- Lion’s Mane Mushroom: 1 g/day (extract).
- Bacopa Monnieri: 300 mg/day (standardized to 55% bacosides).
- Rhodiola Rosea: 200 mg (AM for energy, PM for stress).
- Sleep & Recovery:
- Melatonin: 0.5–1 mg (sublingual, 30 mins before bed).
- Glycine: 3 g before bed.
Cycling Notes:
- NMN, Berberine, and Rhodiola follow 5-on/2-off or 8-on/2-off cycles.
- Pause NMN if experiencing flushing (common with high doses).
2. Dietary Protocol
Ketogenic cycling with fasting for metabolic flexibility and autophagy.
- Diet Structure:
- Weeks 1–2: Cyclical Ketosis (5 days keto, 2 days moderate carb).
- Keto Days: 70% fat, 25% protein (1.6–2.2 g/kg), 5% carbs (<30g net).
- Carb Days: 40% fat, 30% protein, 30% carbs (focus on low-GI, fiber-rich sources).
- Weeks 3–4: Time-Restricted Eating (TRE) + Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD).
- TRE: 18:6 window (e.g., 12 PM–6 PM eating).
- FMD: 1x/week (e.g., ProLon kit or DIY: 1,100 kcal/day, 10% protein, 56% fat, 34% carbs).
- Key Foods:
- Fats: MCT oil, avocado, nuts, grass-fed butter.
- Proteins: Wild-caught fish, pasture-raised eggs, collagen peptides.
- Carbs (on keto days): Leafy greens, cruciferous veggies, berries.
- Avoid: Processed foods, seed oils, added sugars.
- Supplements for Diet Support:
- Electrolytes: Magnesium, potassium, sodium (prevent keto flu).
- Fiber: Psyllium husk (10 g/day) for gut health.
3. Exercise Routine
Strength, HIIT, and recovery for mitochondrial health and muscle retention.
- Weekly Split:
- Strength Training (4x/week):
- Day 1 & 3: Upper body (compound lifts: deadlifts, pull-ups, bench press).
- Day 2 & 4: Lower body (squats, lunges, calf raises).
- Intensity: 80–85% 1RM, 3–4 sets of 6–8 reps.
- HIIT (2x/week):
- Protocol: 30 seconds sprint/1 minute walk (repeat 8x) or 20-minute Tabata (20s max effort/10s rest).
- Modalities: Cycling, rowing, or sprint intervals.
- Recovery (Daily):
- Yoga/Mobility: 20–30 mins (focus on hips, shoulders, spine).
- Foam Rolling: 10 mins post-workout.
- Fasted Training: Perform HIIT or light cardio in fasted state (morning) to boost autophagy.
4. Wearable Tracking
Data-driven adjustments for personalized optimization.
- Devices:
- CGM (Dexcom G7 or Freestyle Libre): Track glucose response to meals/supplements.
- Oura Ring/Whoop Band: Monitor HRV, sleep stages, and recovery.
- Keto-Mojo: Blood ketone + glucose monitoring (aim for ketones 0.5–3.0 mmol/L).
- Key Metrics to Track:
- HRV: Target >70 (Oura) for optimal stress resilience.
- Sleep: Aim for 7–9 hours with >90% sleep efficiency.
- Glucose: Keep post-meal spikes <120 mg/dL.
5. Stress Resilience & Recovery
HRV training, breathwork, and cold exposure.
- Daily Practices:
- HRV Biofeedback: 10 mins/day (Muse Headband or HeartMath) to improve coherence.
- Breathwork:
- Wim Hof Method: 3 rounds of 30 breaths + 1 min hold (AM).
- 4-7-8 Breathing: 4 secs inhale, 7 hold, 8 exhale (PM for sleep).
- Cold Exposure: 2–3 mins cold shower (10–15°C) post-workout.
- Weekly:
- Sauna: 20 mins (80–90°C) 3x/week (after exercise for heat shock proteins).
- Float Tank/Meditation: 1x/week for deep relaxation.
Phase 2: Optimization (Weeks 5–8)
Goal: Refine protocols using data, enhance cognitive performance, and deepen autophagy.
1. Supplement Adjustments
- Add:
- NAD+ Boosters: NR (Nicotinamide Riboside): 250 mg/day (alternate with NMN).
- PQQ: 20 mg/day (mitochondrial support).
- Lion’s Mane + Bacopa: Increase to 2 g and 600 mg respectively.
- Cycle: Introduce Curcumin (500 mg + piperine): 8 weeks on (anti-inflammatory).
2. Dietary Tweaks
- Keto Adaptation:
- Add Exogenous Ketones (Beta-Hydroxybutyrate): 5–10 g pre-workout.
- Protein Cycling: 1x/week reduce protein to 0.8 g/kg to stimulate autophagy.
- Fasting: Extend to 24-hour fast 1x/week (e.g., dinner to dinner).
3. Exercise Progression
- Strength: Increase load by 5–10% weekly; add blood flow restriction (BFR) training 1x/week (light weights, high reps).
- HIIT: Add sprint repeats (e.g., 10x 30s sprints with 90s rest).
- Recovery: Introduce contrast therapy (alternate 1 min cold/3 mins hot) post-workout.
4. Advanced Wearables & Biomarkers
- Add:
- VO2 Max Test: Assess cardiovascular fitness (target >40 mL/kg/min).
- Blood Biomarkers:
- Inflammation: CRP, IL-6.
- Metabolic: HbA1c, fasting insulin.
- Longevity: Telomere length (optional).
- Adjust: Use CGM data to identify glucose spikes; eliminate offending foods (e.g., hidden sugars).
5. Stress & Cognitive Enhancements
- Neurofeedback: 2x/week sessions (e.g., Muse headband) to train alpha/theta waves.
- Cognitive Load Management:
- Nootropics: Add Modafinil (50–100 mg, 2x/week) or Nicotine (2 mg gum) for focus (use sparingly).
- Meditation: 20 mins/day (transcendental or vipassana).
Phase 3: Advanced (Weeks 9–12)
Goal: Push performance, refine biomarkers, and integrate cutting-edge biohacks.
1. Supplement Stacks
- Peak Performance:
- NAD+ IV Infusion: 1x/month (500–1000 mg) if accessible.
- Peptides:
- BPC-157: 250 mcg/day (oral or injectable) for gut/muscle repair.
- Thymosin Alpha-1: 1 mg/week (immune support).
- Senolytics: Dasatinib + Quercetin (100 mg + 500 mg) 1x/week (consult physician).
- Cognitive Stack:
- Lion’s Mane + EPA/DHA: 2 g + 3 g/day.
- Theobromine: 500 mg (from dark chocolate) for focus.
2. Diet: Fine-Tuning
- Ketogenic Variants:
- Targeted Keto: Add 20–30g carbs pre-workout (e.g., fruit or rice).
- Protein-Sparing Modified Fast (PSMF): 1x/week (high protein, low fat/carbs) for autophagy.
- Gut Health:
- Probiotics: Multi-strain (50B CFU) + Prebiotic Fiber (10 g/day).
- Collagen Peptides: 20 g/day for gut lining support.
3. Exercise: Peak Performance
- Strength: German Volume Training (GVT): 10x10 reps at 60% 1RM (1x/week).
- HIIT: Sprint-Interval Training (SIT): 30s all-out sprint/4 mins rest (repeat 4x).
- Recovery: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): 1x/week (1.5–2 ATA for 60 mins).
4. Wearables & Biomarkers
- Track:
- Continuous Blood Pressure Monitor (e.g., Omron).
- Genetic Testing: APOE, COMT, MTHFR variants to tailor diet/supplements.
- Adjust: Use data to tweak fasting windows, supplement timing (e.g., take NMN in AM for circadian alignment).
5. Advanced Stress & Longevity Techniques
- Cryotherapy: 3x/week (-110°C for 3 mins) for inflammation.
- Red Light Therapy: 20 mins/day (660–850 nm) for mitochondrial health.
- Sleep Optimization:
- Cooling Mattress/Pad: Maintain 65°F (18°C) for deep sleep.
- Blue Blockers: Wear after sunset to enhance melatonin.
Final Notes
- Personalization: Adjust based on biomarker trends (e.g., lower Berberine if glucose is too low).
- Safety: Regular blood tests (monthly) to monitor liver/kidney function, lipids, and electrolytes.
- Community: Engage with biohacking forums (e.g., Bulletproof, Longecity) for peer insights.
This plan balances aggressive longevity strategies with adaptability, leveraging wearables and biomarkers for precision. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting new supplements or protocols.