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Some ideas sound crazy until you try them and realize they change everything.

That’s what happened when I sat down with Sean McCormick, host of the Optimal Performance Podcast, high-performance coach, and legit human guinea pig. We’re talking about a guy who’s tested everything from float tanks in sketchy Craigslist basements to five-day dry fasts that trigger full-body rejuvenation.

Sean doesn’t just talk about biohacking—he lives it. His story started young, with ADHD-level energy and parents who handed him a mantra instead of medication. That meditation practice sparked a lifelong obsession with the mind-body connection, which led to float centers, working with NFL and MLS players, 500+ podcast interviews, and more cold plunges than most people can count.

In this episode, Sean breaks down his definition of biohacking, shares the wild healing effects of dry fasting, and gives practical advice on what actually moves the needle for performance and longevity, especially if you’re tired of the fluff.

“I hated meditation for eight months. But when it finally clicked, it gave me a sense of peace and stillness in my heart that’s stuck with me ever since.” ~ Sean McCormick

About Sean McCormick:

Sean McCormick is a high-performance coach, host of the Optimal Performance Podcast, and founder of multiple float tank centers in the Pacific Northwest. He works with elite athletes, founders, and entrepreneurs, helping them achieve peak performance through personalized biohacking protocols, mindset training, and habit optimization. With over 500 podcast episodes under his belt, Sean’s mission is to take cutting-edge longevity practices and make them simple, effective, and accessible.

Connect with Sean McCormick:

Website: https://www.seanmccormick.com 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optimalperformancepodcast 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realseanmccormick/ 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-performance/id1004775385 

Dry Fasting Program: https://www.dryfastwithfriends.com 

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- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ 

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