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‘Dad Bod’ Science, Bone Density & Protein Myths | Bryan Johnson Podcast

2025-05-12 Education
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In today’s episode of the Don’t Die Podcast we cover the science behind ‘dad bod’, bone density, and protein amino acids. 🥦 Order my Blueprint Stack: https://blueprint.bryanjohnson.com/?&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_content=pfau7qe4a7q 📩 Subscribe for my latest protocols: https://dontdie.bryanjohnson.com/?&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_content=pfau7qe4a7q Hosts Bryan Johnson: Blueprint Founder Kate Tolo: Blueprint Co-Founder Dr. Mike Mallin: Lead Physician for Bryan Johnson Let’s be friends: Twitter: https://x.com/bryan_johnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanjohnson_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_bryan_johnson_ Project Blueprint and Don’t Die celebrate that we, humanity, are evolving into something new. Join me on this journey. Chapters 0:00 - What Is Dad Bod & Why It Matters 0:56 - Fat Cells, Testosterone & Evolution 4:44 - Culture & Aging 9:01 - Sleep, Exercise & Diet Insights 10:01 - Bone Density & Biomarkers 15:01 - Bone Health 101 18:01 - How to Rebuild Bone 23:21 - Weight-Bearing Exercise 26:00 - Nutrients That Support Bone Health 31:02 - Creatine & Calcium 35:45 - Protein Deep Dive 47:00 - Why Bryan Doesn’t Eat Meat (And Why That Triggers People)

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@vinvin4884 2025-05-12

I’m 35—not a dad—but lifting has been the single biggest game-changer in my life. It blows my mind how many people in their 30s or 40s throw in the towel and say things like, “You’re not in your 20s anymore!” or “It’s all downhill from here.” That mindset is just an excuse. Way too many people sacrifice their health for work and end up looking and feeling like melted candles. Prioritize yourself—it's not too late. I really hope that in the future, as AI takes more and more jobs, we prioritize (give more time) to health and activities that are good for the body and the mind, instead of prioritizing grind culture. I really don't understand why our value system has to be completely oriented around devoting everything to work. I want a Star Trek future.

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@nickjones6646 2025-05-12

I belive the politically correct term for dadbod is father figure

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@gaigeeeeeee 2025-05-14

Bryan, PLEASE keep doing these podcasts. Everything You've discussed on the pod so far has been extremely se insightful. I've been loving listening to these while at work. It really helps the time go by faster (ironic because that's almost what we're trying to avoid with blueprint, lol) and it makes my day far more enjoyable. Thanks for all that you do for human existence.

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@didiertlse1 2025-05-12

I do appreciate the maturity of the talk. I wish it will set an example for influencers, that it's not about choosing a camp, that it's not about who is 100% right and who is not, but to acknowledge that there may be different ways, and for everyone to be consistent within their approach, as the Blueprint team is. In the end, we are all doing the best we can with what we have, and attacking anyone to be the one who is "right" is just a waste of energy. Whether I follow or not Blueprint protocol, I am grateful for the consistency, humility and open-mind that I enjoy watching here.

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@TheftAdi 2025-05-12

Could you please add chapters into your Podcast. Sometimes i dont have time to watch the whole podcast but would still like to hear some stuff i find interesting.

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@LA-wv7gf 2025-05-13

I am a woman on the blueprint stack, perimenopause rounding 50. I monitor bone density with a scan. It has increased over the past year. I strength train weight bearing and changed jobs to one that keeps me moving all day. These are such thoughtful discussions, addressing both womens and mens needs. Thanks to you all for doing yhese podcasts!

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@danieldurling 2025-05-13

Please use these podcasts to keep us up to date on what youre changing / currently working on

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@ItsNicolau 2025-05-13

Thanks for listening to the feedback and adjusting Dr. Mike's microphone gain 🙏🏻

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@mental-health-revolution 2025-05-16

Bryan sells stuff that will make people live forever. Talk about a sustainable business model.

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@sirfoxgaming 2025-05-14

Not only do we have 3 very healthy individuals in this amazing podcast. Even their communication is so healthy, very respectful towards each other. I love these episodes. Please keep em coming. <3

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