Exactly How 3 Life-Hackers Feed and Fuel Their Body and Brain For Max Results
The San Francisco Peak Performance Club members reveal their hour-by-hour guide
"Focus on-demand: Mindfulness, productivity, good habits via tech & smart drugs." That was the bland yet intriguing title of a meetup for the San Francisco Peak Performance Club last year. It drew 163 people.
"Everyone in Silicon Valley wants to maximize output. That means optimizing your mind and body," says founder George Burke. The club, now 1,200 strong, meets to discuss all things biohacking. It's far short of a double-blind clinical trial, but it's a robust sharing of protocols that work (or don't) for a gonzo cohort of high achievers. Meet three uber-active members.
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A high-intensity circuit—battling ropes, KB deadlifts, and chops using a mace ($28, onnit.com)—forges Shipman's fitness.
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A light panel soothes any muscle soreness and relieves stress.
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Climbing trees recharges Shipman's energy levels and trains balance and grace.
10:30 p.m.
Shipman says half an hour in the infrared Sauna Fix in his garage aids muscle recovery.
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He eats once a day, emphasizing fat and protein. His go-to: a 3/4-pound grass-fed burger and an avocado with a side of fiber, such as inulin powder or broccoli.
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8:45 a.m.
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For better meditation, Burke uses a Muse headband. It provides audio feedback based on your brain waves to keep you on track.
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