Discover the biohacking trend for men!

Today, men not only want to live longer, but they also want to live healthier and better lives. If you’re always on the lookout for trends like us, you may have heard of biohacking but never really understood what it entails. Here's an article summarizing this growing trend.

What is Biohacking?

By definition, biohacking is a trend that aims to find tips and tricks to improve one’s health and well-being. Through various natural or technological techniques, it’s possible to influence your biology to optimize daily health. Biohacking is about rebalancing lifestyle imbalances by adopting good habits in nutrition, mental health, sleep, and physical activity.

Regular Exercise

Regular physical activity plays a central role in biohacking. It optimizes a man's physical condition and mental health. Exercise routines tailored to individual needs promote better stress management, increase energy levels, and enhance cognitive performance.

Regular exercise maximizes your lifespan and enables you to continue engaging in activities as you age. Combining specific training techniques with professional guidance can improve overall well-being. Have you reached your 50s? Check out our blog article that explains how to work out after 50!

Prioritizing Sleep

Restful sleep is essential for maintaining optimal health, and biohackers pay particular attention to improving it. Standard techniques include sleep tracking through connected devices. Many monitor their nights using connected watches or rings (e.g., Oura Ring). Optimizing the environment, such as reducing blue light sources and controlling temperature, also contributes to deeper sleep. Lastly, wearing socks is recommended if you have cold feet, as this unpleasant sensation can disrupt sleep.

Meditation

Stress is one of the most severe illnesses of the 21st century, and men are increasingly aware that their physical health is closely tied to emotional balance. Meditation is another key tool in men's biohacking, used to improve mental clarity and reduce stress. Regular guided meditation helps biohackers enhance concentration, manage distractions better, and boost productivity. It also aids in regulating emotions, fostering a calmer, more balanced state of mind.

Intermittent Fasting

Studies have confirmed the health and longevity benefits of intermittent fasting for men, making it a popular choice among biohackers. If you're interested in reaping its benefits, learn more about how the body adapts to food restriction and consult a nutrition professional.

Cold Therapy and Cryotherapy

For men into biohacking, cold baths and cryotherapy (cold exposure therapy) offer several benefits. They accelerate muscle recovery post-exercise and reduce inflammation, soreness, and swelling. Additionally, these techniques improve mood and lower stress by stimulating endorphin production. Ensure your doctor's approval before adopting such practices, as they can harm those with specific health conditions.

Supplements

Popular supplements in biohacking, such as nootropics and adaptogens, are often praised for their potential benefits. However, few have solid proof of effectiveness. Biohackers also favour other, more common supplements with demonstrated benefits (e.g., magnesium, zinc, and vitamin D). To choose quality supplements, it’s crucial to opt for reputable brands and consult health professionals to avoid undesirable interactions.

Influencers to Follow

Wim Hof, known as The Ice Man (iceman_hof), Ben Greenfield (bengreenfieldfitness), and Bryan Johnson (bryanjohnson_) are well-known personalities in the field of men’s biohacking. Feel free to follow them on Instagram, but remember to maintain a critical and cautious outlook on some of their practices. To diversify your sources of influence, check out this list of famous male biohackers (in English)!

Watch "The Ice Man" in action by checking out this video!

Books to Read

Want to deepen your knowledge of biohacking for men and optimize your health? While a few books are available in French, English literature is more developed. Here are a few titles to explore:

- Boundless: Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging (Ben Greenfield);
- Biohack Your Brain: How to Boost Cognitive Health, Performance and Power (Kristen Villeumier);
- Head Strong: The Bulletproof Plan to Activate Untapped Brain Energy to Work Smarter and Think Faster-in Just Two Weeks (Dave Asprey).

Podcasts and YouTube Channels to Explore

Listen to expert podcasts on men's biohacking for practical advice, such as those listed on FeedSpot (in English) or this French podcast from Zone A1 (episode 8).

On YouTube, consider subscribing to the following channels:

- Dave Asprey (dubbed the “father of biohacking”);
- Gary Brecka;
- Dr. Denys.

Conclusion

Men’s biohacking offers emerging and experimental practices—always ensure you are informed about their effectiveness and safety! As with many health trends, biohacking can involve risks and ethical concerns. To keep this practice safe for you, it’s crucial to consult professionals and ensure the techniques you use won’t do more harm than good!