174: Float Tanks & Nootropics for Improving Performance Ft Sean McCormick

Have you ever considered using biohacking techniques to optimize your mental performance and well-being? In this episode, Sean shares his journey into biohacking, floatation therapy, and nootropics, all in the pursuit of mental optimization. He shares his experiences with various tools and techniques, including floatation tanks, nootropic stacks, and even psychedelics. But are these methods right for everyone? Tune in to find out and explore the exciting world of biohacking and mental optimization.   Sean McCormick is a certified life and performance coach with an impressive client base, including NFL and MLS players, CEOs, and television stars. He is also the host of the highly regarded Optimal Performance Podcast. As an expert in performance biohacking, Sean has tested, studied, and applied numerous health and performance approaches for both himself and his clients. This extensive experience has allowed him to develop a keen understanding of how to achieve optimal results with minimal effort.   Sean's approach to coaching is focused on helping people improve rapidly with the least amount of work required. His impressive track record speaks for itself, and his clients have achieved remarkable success under his guidance.   Key Highlights: [00:01 - 10:25] Opening Segment ●     Sean shares his background and how he started his journey into biohacking and mental optimization. ●     He also shares his experience of opening a floatation therapy center, which combined his interests in biohacking, recovery, meditation, and altered states of consciousness. ●     He quit his high-paying job and invested all his money, time, and passion into opening the floatation therapy center. ●     He explains how this led him to his current role, where he enjoys doing what he loves every day.   [10:26 - 14:34] Floatation Tanks for Well-being and Meditation ●     Sean recommends trying floating in a floatation tank to improve their well-being and jumpstart their meditation practice. ●     He suggested trying floating three times, as the first time can be strange and distracting. ●     The best floats are after a hard workout when endorphins and dopamine are high. ●     Float tanks can be a great way to release muscle soreness and pain.   [14:35 - 36:41] Nootropic Experience, Neurochemistry, and Resistance Training ●     Sean discusses his experience with nootropics and his journey of experimentation with various substances, starting with Alpha Brain, then trying Modafinil and Rams. ●     He expresses skepticism towards proprietary blends and the potential dangers of buying substances on the dark web. ●     He eventually found a nootropic he liked called Neuro Fuel, which is from a company called Natural Stacks and is open source, meaning they know exactly what's in it. ●     Everyone has different neurochemistry, and there is a test called the Braverman assessment that can help individuals understand which of the four main neurotransmitters they are either dominant or deficient in. ●     He also suggests trying different nootropic stacks and tracking the effects to find the right ones for each individual. ●     He discusses the effectiveness of using the X3 bar for variable resistance training.   Key Quotes: “What works for you is not gonna be what works for me, and what works for you now might not be what worked for you six months ago because your neurochemistry is changing.” -Sean McCormick   “Everybody's different. 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