Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Upgrade Labs® is the world’s first Human Upgrade™ Center, founded by Dave Asprey. We bring together adaptive fitness, intelligent recovery, and performance technologies in one place to help people feel stronger, move better, and get results in less time using science-backed tools and personalized guidance.

Biohacking is the practice of using science and technology to take more control over how your body feels and performs. At Upgrade Labs, biohacking means using advanced, non-invasive technologies to support strength, recovery, energy, sleep, and long-term vitality.

Upgrade Labs offers a curated mix of adaptive strength and movement training, recovery and circulation technologies, light-based services, and performance support tools. Each service is designed to work with your body and help you get more from every visit.

Your journey starts with an Intro Tour, where we learn about your goals and explain how our technologies work. Based on your needs, we make personalized recommendations to help you use your time effectively and support real progress.

An Intro Tour is the best way to get started at Upgrade Labs. During your visit, you will tour the center, learn how our technologies work, and try selected services. Your visit also includes a Cell Health Analysis, which helps guide personalized recommendations based on how your body is responding.

The Cell Health Analysis is a non-invasive scan that provides insights into how your body is functioning at a cellular level. It helps us understand areas related to energy, recovery, and overall balance so we can recommend technologies that best support your goals.

Yes. The Intro Tour includes a complimentary session and Cell Health Analysis so you can experience Upgrade Labs before committing.

You can schedule your Intro Tour and Cell Health Analysis directly through our Intro Offer page. This is the fastest and easiest way to book your first visit.
Visit: https://upgradelabs.com/intro-offer/

Yes. Pre-booking is strongly recommended. Many technologies require dedicated time slots, and booking ahead ensures availability that aligns with your schedule and goals.

Most services take between 10 and 30 minutes. Many members combine two or three services in one visit for a complete and time-efficient session.

No. Upgrade Labs meets you where you are. Our technologies adapt to your current level and are guided by our trained team.

Wear comfortable athletic clothing. Your team will let you know if any service requires specific attire.

Frequency depends on your goals. Some people visit multiple times per week, while others come weekly. Your team can help you build a routine that fits your lifestyle.

Yes. Many members combine two or three services per visit to maximize results while saving time.

Yes. All technologies at Upgrade Labs are non-invasive and used in fitness, recovery, and performance environments worldwide. Our team guides you through proper use during every session.

Many people report improvements in strength, movement, recovery, energy, and consistency in their routine. Results vary based on individual goals, consistency, and services used.

Some people notice changes after their first visit, while others experience improvements over several sessions. Consistency delivers the strongest results.

Yes. Upgrade Labs offers memberships that include monthly credits usable across multiple services. Memberships provide a lower cost per service compared to individual bookings and are designed for people who want consistency, flexibility, and better value as part of their routine.

Yes. Individual sessions and packages are available without a membership.

Pricing varies by location and service. Your local Upgrade Labs team can help you choose the option that best supports your goals.

Upgrade Labs has multiple locations and continues to expand. Visit our Locations page to find a center near you:
https://upgradelabs.com/locations/

The best way to get started is by booking your Intro Tour and complimentary Cell Health Analysis through our Intro Offer page:
https://upgradelabs.com/intro-offer/

AI Adaptive Bike™ FAQ

About nine minutes from start to finish.

The sprints are short but powerful, and the bike adapts to your output.

Workout clothing and closed-toe shoes.

Yes. The bike adjusts automatically to your fitness level.

A BHT can help you choose a cadence that matches your goals.

AI Movement Trainer™ FAQ

Yes. It adapts to your comfort level and pace.

Yes. Adaptive resistance creates progression for all fitness levels.

Smooth, controlled, and engaging.

Yes. Many guests choose it to improve stability and confidence.

One to three times per week is common. A BHT can help you plan your routine.

AI Strength Trainer™ FAQ

Smooth, stable, and supportive.

Yes. The system supports full-body or targeted sessions.

Yes. It adapts instantly to your output and ability.

Yes. The resistance scales to meet high strength demands.

Many guests do. A BHT can help you structure the best plan for your goals.

Ammortal FAQ

Most people describe it as calming and deeply relaxing. You may notice a gentle full-body sensation and a feeling of mental and physical ease afterward.

Comfortable clothing is recommended. You remain fully clothed during the session.

No. You simply lie down and relax.

Many guests use it regularly as part of their recovery routine. Your Biohacker Technician can help guide frequency based on your goals.

A BHT can help you choose a cadence that matches your goals.

BackHug FAQ

You will feel slow, steady pressure moving along your back. It may feel similar to deep thumb pressure during a massage.

No. BackHug™ delivers more targeted, programmable pressure along the spine than traditional massage chairs.

No. You stay fully clothed. Just avoid belts or sharp accessories.

Many people use BackHug™ three to four times per week, depending on their goals.

People with recent spinal surgery, severe osteoporosis, or acute injuries should consult a healthcare provider before use.

Brain Upgrade™ FAQ


Relaxing and peaceful. You simply listen to tones that shift with your brain’s activity.

It feels similar but uses real time feedback to guide your brain into calm states.

Any comfortable clothing.

A headset rests gently on your scalp to read activity.

Many guests use it weekly. A BHT can help you choose the best cadence.

Cell Amplifier™ FAQ

Most people feel relaxed during the session. You may notice warmth from the light or subtle sensations as the program runs.

No. It is completely non-contact. You simply sit or stand nearby.

Sessions typically last between 5 and 15 minutes.

Many people use it several times per week. Your Biohacker Technician can guide what makes sense based on your goals.

Cell Amplifier™ is non-invasive and guided by trained technicians. People with electronic implants, pregnancy, or photosensitivity should consult a healthcare provider before use.

No. While it includes light therapy, it also combines electromagnetic support, gentle electrical fields, and frequency patterns in one system.

Your Biohacker Technician will guide you. Most people sit about 3–5 feet away so the session feels comfortable while the device runs your selected program.

Cell Health Analysis™ FAQ

You stand on the platform and hold the sensors. The scan is quick, comfortable, and painless.

Most scans take less than five minutes from start to finish.

For the most consistent results, arrive well hydrated and avoid heavy meals or intense exercise immediately before your scan.

You will see markers such as skeletal muscle mass, body fat percentage, and body water balance, along with a breakdown that helps you understand what those numbers mean.

Many people scan weekly or even before and after sessions to see how their body responds in real time. Monthly scans are typically used as a broader progress check.

Because your body is constantly adapting, frequent scans give you the clarity to make faster, more effective adjustments. Your Biohacker Technician will help guide your cadence based on your goals.

No. Cell Health Analysis™ is not a diagnostic medical test. It provides wellness insights to help guide your Upgrade Labs journey.

Cold Therapy FAQ

Temperatures are adjusted for a refreshing and invigorating experience.

A strong burst of cold followed by a warm and energized feeling afterward.

We provide thermal socks, slippers, gloves, a headband, and a face mask. You may wear your own comfortable clothing, or use a towel wrap for modesty while still allowing effective cold exposure. The face mask is optional.

Yes. It aligns well with strength and metabolic sessions.

Many guests feel clear and energized for hours afterward.

Cryotherapy FAQ

Typically between minus 145 and minus 175 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the session.

A sharp, dry cold followed by a warm and energized feeling afterward.

We provide thermal socks, slippers, gloves, a headband, and a face mask. You may wear your own comfortable clothing, or use a towel wrap for modesty while still allowing effective cold exposure. The face mask is optional.

Yes. Many guests combine it with strength or recovery sessions.

Many people feel energized and refreshed for hours.

Metabolic Trainer™ FAQ

Calming, peaceful, and surprisingly refreshing.

Yes. A BHT monitors your comfort and adjusts the session as needed.

Twenty five to forty minutes, depending on the program.

Fully passive. You simply sit back and breathe.

A BHT can help you choose a cadence that matches your goals.

NanoVi FAQ

Most people simply relax during the session. You breathe normally through a small tube while the device runs quietly.

No. You sit comfortably and breathe normally while the session runs.

Many people use NanoVi several times per week as part of their recovery routines.

Sessions typically last 20 minutes.

Yes. NanoVi is often used alongside other recovery technologies such as REDcharger™, PEMF, or Big Squeeze™ session.

NanoVi is designed to support how your body responds to oxidative stress and cellular recovery processes. 

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) FAQ

Most guests feel a gentle tapping or pulsing sensation that quickly becomes relaxing.

Comfortable clothing. You remain fully dressed.

Many guests enjoy PEMF several times per week, especially during high-stress periods.

Yes. Most people describe a grounded and peaceful state.

PEMF works well on its own or after workouts, travel, or demanding days.

PowerPlate® FAQ

Fast, gentle vibrations that activate your muscles.

Yes. A BHT guides you into the right positions.

Comfortable clothing. Socks or bare feet both work.

Most sessions last between five and ten minutes.

Many guests do. A BHT can help you structure a routine that fits your goals.

REDcharger™ FAQ

Most guests feel gentle warmth and deep relaxation.

Getting fully undressed is recommended to maximize light absorption. While not required, wearing as little clothing as you’re comfortable with will support the best results.

Yes. Many guests combine it with recovery or performance services.

Some guests feel refreshed immediately. Others notice impact building with consistent use.

Once or several times per week, depending on your goals.

The Big Squeeze™ FAQ

A gentle, wave-like squeeze that moves slowly up the body.

Light, comfortable clothing. Disposable liners are provided.

Many guests enjoy it several times per week. It can also be used weekly for maintenance.

It helps prepare the body for optimal fluid movement.

Yes. Pressure levels can be adjusted for comfort.

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