You don’t have to overhaul your life to feel a difference. A few intentional shifts – what you take, how you move, when you rest – can quietly upgrade your energy, focus, and yes, your sex life. That’s biohacking. Not perfection. Just smarter support for your body and brain.
So… What Does Biohacking Actually Look Like in Real Life?
For me, it’s not about obsessing over every metric. It’s about using tools that actually work – especially as a woman in a world where most health advice was built around men.
These are the practices that have made the biggest difference in my pleasure, focus, and everyday vitality.
Movement That Feeds Desire
Yes, exercise helps with libido. But too much intensity can burn you out. Find movement that fuels your energy – like lifting weights for testosterone, yoga or dance to reconnect with your body, or even pelvic floor exercises to support stronger orgasms and circulation.
Red Light Therapy in the Morning
Just a few minutes of red light helps boost mood, sharpen brain function, and reduce anxiety. It also supports deeper sleep, lowers inflammation, and promotes skin healing and collagen production—no caffeine crash required.
Meditation & Mental Reframing
I used to think meditation meant 30 minutes of total stillness. Now? I’ll take five intentional breaths or do a short body scan, and it changes everything. Less anxiety. More awareness. And a way better connection to my body during sex. The more I quiet my mind, the more I actually feel – in and out of the bedroom.
A Supplement Stack I’ll Actually Take
I have a supplement graveyard. You probably do too. But this one made it to the bedside drawer, which is saying a lot. The Momentous Women’s Three is a smart, minimal stack: iron and B vitamins in the morning, calcium and vitamin D at night. It was designed specifically for women (finally!) with research behind it. I’ve noticed better energy, clearer thinking, and honestly – less decision fatigue. It’s one less thing to overthink. Pro tip: Use code EMILY at livemomentous.com for up to 35% off your first subscription order.
Nervous System Regulation
You can’t feel turned on if your body feels unsafe. Regulating your nervous system doesn’t have to mean extreme biohacks—it can be as simple as breathwork, a walk in nature, time in a hot sauna, or humming to activate your vagus nerve. These rituals help your body feel safe, grounded, and present—which is where real intimacy begins.
Sleep as the Original Sex Hack
Sleep is where hormones reset, stress levels recalibrate, and desire has a chance to grow. My sleep hacks: a dark cool room, magnesium, phone out of the bedroom (and reducing screentime before bedtime), and winding down before I feel exhausted.
Breathwork for Better Orgasms
This one’s simple but game-changing. Deep belly breathing during sex helps you stay connected and intensifies sensation. Most people hold their breath during orgasm – but when you breathe through it, you can ride the wave instead of cutting it short.
Bonus Hacks That Help (Without the Hype)
- Sunlight first thing for mood, metabolism, and circadian health
- Adaptogens like maca or ashwagandha to support stress and hormone balance
- Blue light blockers in the evening to support better sleep
- Smart sex toys + apps to track patterns and deepen arousal (if you’re into that kind of thing)
So… What Does This Have to Do With Sex?
Everything. When your body is supported, your nervous system regulated, and your hormones balanced, sex becomes less of a chore and more of an invitation. You feel turned on by life. You have the capacity to connect, to feel, to want.
Biohacking isn’t about fixing something broken – it’s about creating the conditions where pleasure can actually thrive.
You don’t need to wear a wearable, drink algae, or spend thousands to feel better in your body. You just need a few tools – the ones that work for you. Because better sex starts long before you get into bed.
