I Made Myself Younger (RESULTS)

About this Video

• Video Title: I Made Myself Younger (RESULTS)
• Channel: Bryan Johnson
• Speakers: Bryan Johnson
• Duration: 00:11:25

Introduction

This video details Bryan Johnson's five-year journey to reverse his biological aging. He discusses his methods, biomarkers tracked (speed of aging, inflammation, sperm health, cardiovascular fitness, telomeres, bone density), and results, emphasizing a shift towards prioritizing health and longevity.

Key Takeaways

• Age Escape Velocity: The concept of slowing down the rate of biological aging, achieving less than one year of aging per calendar year. Advanced therapies are needed beyond diet and exercise.
• Biomarker Tracking: Johnson tracks numerous biomarkers, including speed of aging (his is 0.054, indicating aging at a significantly slower rate), inflammation (non-detectable), sperm health (on par with a person in their early 20s), cardiovascular fitness (85th percentile for 18-year-olds), telomere length (biological age of a 10-year-old), and bone density (99.8th percentile).
• Five-Year Transformation: Johnson's health dramatically improved in five years, moving from a state of poor health habits, chronic depression, and inflammation to having arguably the best comprehensive biomarkers globally. This is attributed to a meticulously structured daily routine including diet, exercise, supplements, and therapies.
• Scientific Approach: The methods employed are rooted in scientific evidence and population-level studies, with modifications based on personal data. Therapies that don't yield results are discontinued.
• Practical Advice: The most impactful advice provided is to lower the resting heart rate before bed. This encourages earlier, lighter meals; avoiding alcohol, late-night snacks, and high stress before sleep to improve sleep quality, ultimately leading to better exercise and diet choices.