The Lifestyle Retreat Was Never About Products

It was about lifestyle.

Yes — we collaborated with brands.
Yes — we highlighted protein, skincare, nootropics, hydration, and recovery tools.

But the real takeaway from Joshua Tree?

The tools are the last 20%.
The lifestyle is the foundation.

This year’s LOF Lifestyle Retreat brought together:

• 20 attendees
• Healthcare professionals
• Parents
• Entrepreneurs
• Coaches
• Brand partners
• Clients

And what we reinforced over and over again is this:

Before supplements.
Before skincare.
Before biohacks.

You must master:

• Sleep
• Movement
• Nutrition
• Sunlight
• Stress regulation
• Community

The 80/20 of Health (Backed by Research)

During the live recap, we emphasized something critical:

If you're sleeping less than 7 hours per night,
If you're not moving regularly,
If your nutrition lacks protein and diversity,
If you're chronically stressed…

No supplement fixes that.

And the data backs this.

💤 Sleep

Adults who sleep less than 7 hours per night show:

• Increased inflammation markers
• Higher cardiometabolic risk
• Reduced insulin sensitivity

(Source: Watson et al., Sleep, 2015; Irwin, Nat Rev Immunology, 2019)

🏋️ Movement

Regular physical activity:

• Reduces all-cause mortality by ~30–40%
• Improves executive function and cognitive resilience
• Reduces depression risk

(Source: Warburton & Bredin, CMAJ, 2017; Erickson et al., PNAS, 2011)

🍗 Protein & Muscle Preservation

We discussed protein bars and shakes — but not for aesthetics.

Adequate protein intake:

• Supports muscle preservation
• Improves satiety
• Helps regulate body composition

Aiming for ~1.6–2.2 g/kg bodyweight is supported in active individuals
(Source: Morton et al., Br J Sports Med, 2018)

☀️ Vitamin D & Sunlight

Vitamin D plays roles in:

• Immune modulation
• Mood regulation
• Bone health

(Source: Holick, NEJM, 2007)

Supplements: Where They Fit

We reviewed:

• Lion’s Mane
• Rhodiola
• Bacopa
• L-theanine
• Adaptogens
• Whey/casein protein
• Functional teas
• Skincare recovery products

But we framed them correctly:

They support.
They do not replace.

For example:

Caffeine Timing

Caffeine has a half-life of ~5–8 hours (some individuals up to 10+ hours).
Meaning, afternoon caffeine may still impact sleep latency.

(Source: Institute of Medicine; Clark & Landolt, Sleep Med Rev, 2017)

This is why at the retreat we emphasized:
Strategic timing > mindless consumption.

Skin Is Your Largest Organ

We also explored informed skincare decision-making.

The skin:

• Is the body’s largest organ
• Serves as a barrier and immune interface

(Source: Proksch et al., Exp Dermatol, 2008)

The goal isn’t fear.

The goal is informed decisions:

• Understanding ingredient lists
• Knowing what works for you
• Avoiding blind consumption

The Real Win of the Retreat

This was year 3 officially, year 4 in spirit.

We grew from:
4 people → 8 people → 20 people

And something powerful happened.

We didn’t just gather.

We integrated:

• Breathwork
• Strength training
• Contrast therapy
• Workshops
• Journaling
• Community dinners
• Brand education
• Health insurance integration

Yes — we now help attendees leverage:

• Aetna
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• United Healthcare

For eligible coaching and education services.

We are actively working on:

• Medicare
• Medicaid

And we accept:

• HSA
• FSA

This is the bridge between lifestyle optimization and accessible healthcare.

What’s Next?

You have two options.

1️⃣ Get the Replay Pass

Access all workshops from the Joshua Tree retreat:

👉 $100 Replay Pass
Includes lifetime access to 2026 workshops

🎟 Get access here

2️⃣ Work With Us Directly

If you're ready to integrate what we teach:

• 100-Day Body Recomposition Program
• Performance Coaching
• ADHD-informed movement programming
• Retreat prep programs
• Insurance-based coaching (eligible plans) 

Apply here!

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