The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

How Gravity Shapes Your Body, Brain, and Health : 1338

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Oct 2, 2025
Dr. Brennan Spiegel, a Professor at UCLA and author of 'Pull,' explores the critical yet overlooked role of gravity in human health. He discusses how gravity intolerance can manifest as obesity, fatigue, and depression. Dr. Spiegel shares insights from his research, highlighting innovative tools like weighted vests to enhance physical resilience. He connects gravity with serotonin's role in mood regulation, and explains how understanding this force can lead to better health outcomes, clearer minds, and improved performance.
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INSIGHT

Gravity As A Foundational Biological Signal

  • Gravity is a fundamental, always-present signal that shaped every organ and cellular system in our bodies.
  • Brennan Spiegel argues medicine overlooked gravity despite its central role in physiology and evolution.
ADVICE

Use Weighted Vests To Train Gravisception

  • Try wearing a weighted vest and ankle weights while standing to train posture, fascia, and graviception.
  • Brennan Spiegel reports improved strength, posture, and weight loss after eight weeks of this practice.
INSIGHT

Gravisception And The Anterior Insula

  • Gravisception is the brain's perception of gravity integrating inner ear, proprioception, and interoception signals.
  • The anterior insula acts as a graviceptive control panel creating your mental map of verticality.
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