Julie Gibson Clark doesn't just talk about longevity; she lives it. This biohacking pioneer, now in her mid-50s, is on a mission to defy aging itself — and the numbers prove she's succeeding. 

In 2023, Julie took second place in the global "Rejuvenation Olympics," beating millionaire tech titan Bryan Johnson with a mind-boggling 0.66 aging rate – 34% slower than normal.

But here's the best part: Julie insists you don't need expensive gadgets or extreme procedures. Just a few small, consistent changes in your daily routine and diet are enough to unlock your own longevity potential. 

We asked Julie for some of her secrets to staying healthy, sharp, and productive for longer. Get ready to rethink your daily habits.

What’s your routine to start the day and to end the day?

My day starts early. I'm up at 4:30 AM – bed made, teeth brushed, face washed, and I'm straight into gym gear. Then it's green tea, a quiet moment for prayer and spiritual reading for about an hour before I hit the gym.

At 8:30 PM, I begin my wind-down. Brush my teeth, wash my face, and do a good stretch. Then it's off to bed and lights out.

You're philosophy is all about small changes with a big impact. What are your 5 golden rules for making those shifts?

  1. ⏳ Expand your time horizon. Ditch the "8 weeks to better health" mentality. Seriously. That mindset breeds tension. Redefine success as simply moving in the direction of health. Consistency over intensity, always.
  2. 🪜 Divide your big goals into micro-steps. Not working out? Your first step is 10 minutes of movement. Do that consistently. Only when it's second nature (think 80% consistency), add another 10. Small wins build unstoppable momentum.
  3. 🌄 Figure out your intention. What's the grand vision? What big picture would you like to manifest as a byproduct of excellent health?
  4. 🗝️ Pinpoint your Why. This is non-negotiable. Why are you even considering these changes? Your core motivation is your fuel.
  5. 🏆 Audit your resources. What money and time can you realistically invest? Who's in your corner? Do you have friends already crushing their health goals you can learn from? Leverage your network!

Which 5 small changes would you recommend someone start with, right now?

  1. 🛏️ Set a non-negotiable bedtime – and actually stick to it. Non-negotiable!
  2. 🍳 Make protein your first meal of the day. Period.
  3. 🏃‍♀️ Engage in "exercise snacks." Short bursts of movement throughout your day add up.
  4. 💧 Hydrate like your life depends on it. Water and electrolytes as needed. Not just when you're thirsty.
  5. 🥦 Eat your nutrients: load up on veggies, herbs, and low-sugar fruits. Fuel your body, don't just fill it.

Your oral microbiome must be next-level. What's your daily routine for keeping it healthy?

    • 🪥 Brushing my teeth twice a day: With toothpaste containing calcium hydroxyapatite, zinc citrate, and xylitol – and make sure it's plastic-free.
    • 🦷 More gentle oral care: Water Pik on a gentle setting in the morning and cleaning my interdental spaces at night.
    • 🫧 Xylitol chewing gum: A simple addition, big impact.
    • 🫖 Drink plain green tea: 1-2 times daily.
    • 🥕 Eat 500g of veggies daily: My non-negotiable for gut and oral health.
    • ❌ What I don’t do: Absolutely no smoking. Little to no alcohol. Little to no sugar. These are foundational non-negotiables.

Beyond the physical, how do you cultivate mental health and tackle stress in your demanding life?

"For mental health, I'm a huge fan of reframing. I shift 'problems' – the things I might blame my stress on – into 'challenges' I can approach with curiosity. I constantly remind myself I'm human and can only do my best, actively shedding that false reality of perfectionism."