We’re back again with a little bit of wellness to bless your feed - or screen, or whatever. Today we’re talking biohacking; a phenomenon that sounds much more intimidating and complex than it really is. The main focus of biohacking really, at its core, is about feeling and performing your best. It’s the art and science of taking control of your body’s biology to optimize your health, energy, and productivity. Think of it as little tweaks and lifestyle changes that make a big difference. You don’t need to drop a ton of cash or spend hours at the gym to biohack your way to better health.
What is Biohacking?
Biohacking is about making small, smart adjustments to improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It's all about taking control of your biology, whether through diet, movement, mindset, or lifestyle habits to help you feel more energized, focused, and balanced. You don’t need to be a scientist or millionaire to start biohacking. Really, you just need a willingness to experiment with (simple) lifestyle changes to see what works best for you. We know firsthand how tricky it can be to maintain a wellness routine while balancing work, school, a social life, running a business, etc. Keeping up with the trends itself almost seems like a full-time job. That’s why we compiled a biohacking at home cheat sheet. When we first started making healthy lifestyle changes, these biohacking tips for beginners were pretty much our bible!
1. Hydration
Of course, drinking water is always important. But, when we started biohacking at home, we did some digging into hydration - including how to maximize it and how to make it more fun. Enter: sexy water. Our sexy waters are drink concoctions that we sip on throughout the day to keep us hydrated and energized. Sexy waters vary, obviously - but ours usually contain a pinch of sea salt, ginger, lemons or limes, mint, electrolytes, etc. We highly encourage you to lean into sexy waters - you'll feel more awake and less sluggish (plus your skin will thank you).
2. Get COLD
If you’ve ever gotten a sudden burst of energy after walking outside on a cold day, you’ve felt the effects of cold exposure. Cold showers, ice baths or splashing your face with cold water can activate your sympathetic nervous system, giving you an energy boost and improving circulation. It’s great for your skin, helps reduce inflammation, improves immunity and can even enhance mood by triggering the release of endorphins. Don’t have access to a tub or cold plunge? Start with just a quick cold splash to wake up your skin and your senses.
3. Light + Sound
One of the easiest ways to biohack at home is adjust you exposure to certain lights and sounds. Getting natural light first thing in the morning has been a HUGE gamechanger for us, especially during the winter months when we’re lacking vitamin D. Morning light, especially the blue light spectrum, signals your brain that it’s daytime. This helps align your body’s natural processes, promoting better energy during the day and deeper, more restorative sleep at night. At night, winding down with red light is a great way to improve sleep cycles and help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. This can create a more positive and peaceful bedtime experience.
A more recent biohacking trick we’ve stumbled across is the use of sound frequencies. Used for centuries, certain frequencies have been praised to promote healing, relaxation, and focus. In the biohacking world, this ancient practice is getting a modern twist, with tools and apps designed to harness specific frequencies for optimizing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You can find thousands of free frequency sound videos on YouTube. (We like Theta Waves 4-8 Hz - don’t knock it till you try it).
4. Optimize Your Sleep
This is the ultimate biohack, forever and always. During sleep, your body undergoes essential repair processes, from muscle recovery and immune system strengthening to memory consolidation and hormone regulation. High-quality sleep optimizes brain function, enhancing focus, creativity, and decision-making, while also supporting emotional resilience and stress management. Without adequate sleep, even the best diet, exercise routine, or wellness practice cannot fully compensate for the deficits - remember that! Prioritizing sleep amplifies the benefits of every other biohack.
5. Take Breaks to Boost Your Productivity
Bring back recess 2025. Sometimes the best way to be productive is to take a break. Whether it’s stepping outside for a 10-minute walk or just closing your eyes for a few minutes, giving yourself permission to rest can actually help you get more done. We use The Pomodoro Technique (working for 25 minutes, followed by a 5-minute break). It’s a great way to stay focused while giving your brain the rest it needs to function. Biohacking at home = sipping sexy waters on your pomodoro break.
6. Prioritize Your Gut Health
Before you roll your eyes, we know the term “gut health” is grossly overused in the wellness industry. But, the proof is in the pudding. Your gut communicates with the brain through the gut-brain axis, influencing everything from stress levels to cognitive performance. Optimizing is a major key to unlocking better health. Fermented foods like pickles, kefir, and sauerkraut are superior sources of probiotics compared to pills because they offer a wide diversity of live bacteria in their natural, bioavailable forms. Unlike many probiotic supplements, which may contain fillers or lose potency during manufacturing and storage, fermented foods deliver live cultures along with beneficial enzymes, fiber, and vitamins that support digestion and gut health. Eat more pickles!!!
7. Track Your Hack
Reason #405893 why we love biohacking - accessorizing. From rings to watches and even meditation headbands, there are a ton of gadgets. When completing your biohacking at home, these tools can help you to measure daily activity, sleep patterns, and recovery, so you can make data-driven adjustments to your routine. Plenty of budget-friendly devices can help you monitor key metrics and gain insights into your physical and mental well-being. Fitbits work just fine - or, for a totally free option, keep a journal or log of your diet and sleep patterns.
Subscribe to our newsletter for early access to our 2025 wellness guide.