Bryan Johnson's Blueprint: What You Can Actually Afford to Copy
Breaking down the $2M/year protocol into affordable, actionable steps.
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Bryan Johnson spends $2 million per year on his Blueprint protocol.
You don’t have that budget. Neither do we.
Here’s what you can actually copy.
The Blueprint Overview
| Category | Bryan’s Cost | Your Version |
|---|---|---|
| Supplements | $50k+/year | ~$150/mo |
| Testing | $100k+/year | ~$200/year |
| Food | $30k+/year | ~$400/mo |
| Total | $2M+/year | ~$3k/year |
Tier 1: Free Tweaks (Cost: $0)
These are Blueprint principles that cost nothing:
| Protocol | What Bryan Does | Your Version |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep Schedule | Same time daily | 10pm-6am fixed |
| Eating Window | 6am-11am | 8-hour window |
| Last Meal | Before noon | 3+ hours before bed |
| Light Exposure | Morning sunlight | 10 min outdoor AM |
| Cold Exposure | Cold plunge | Cold shower finale |
Tier 2: Budget Stack (~$50/month)
Bryan’s foundation that anyone can afford:
| Supplement | Bryan’s Dose | Budget Alternative | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 | 5,000 IU | Generic D3 | $8/mo |
| Omega-3 | 3g EPA/DHA | Costco fish oil | $15/mo |
| Magnesium | 400mg | Mag glycinate | $12/mo |
| Creatine | 5g | Monohydrate | $8/mo |
Tier 3: Intermediate Add-ons (~$100-150/month)
| Supplement | Bryan’s Dose | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| NMN | 500mg-1g | NAD+ restoration |
| Collagen | 10g | Skin + joints |
| Ashwagandha | 600mg | Stress + cortisol |
Tier 4: Advanced (If Budget Allows)
| Supplement | Cost | Worth It? |
|---|---|---|
| Urolithin A (Mitopure) | $80/mo | ✓ Yes if 40+ |
| Rapamycin | $150/mo | Rx only, consult MD |
| NAD+ IV | $500/session | ❌ Skip - oral works |
What to Skip
Bryan does things you shouldn’t copy:
| Skip This | Why |
|---|---|
| Blueprint meal replacement | $240/mo - just eat whole foods |
| Olive oil megadose | 60ml daily is excessive |
| Dozens of pills | Diminishing returns after top 10 |
The 80/20 Blueprint
Get 80% of Blueprint’s benefits for 5% of the cost:
- Sleep 8 hours (same time daily)
- Morning sunlight (10 minutes)
- Time-restricted eating (8-hour window)
- Basic stack: D3, Omega-3, Magnesium, Creatine
- Add NMN if budget allows
Disclaimer: We are NOT affiliated with Bryan Johnson or Blueprint. This is our independent analysis.
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Medical Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplementation regimen.
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