Performance Intelligence

Grounding has a powerful impact on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing and we're seeing this reflected in research and practice amongst high performers in the sporting and corporate world. As interest in grounding continues to grow, it’s becoming a key wellness trend, alongside an area of significant scientific study.

This week on the Performance Intelligence Podcast, Dr Tom Buckley is back with Andrew May to dive into the latest research, effective techniques, and popular products that you can incorporate into your routine for maximum benefit.

In this episode Andrew and Dr Tom discuss:

2:00 Andrew’s executive client started using grounding and the impact of nature on the mind and body.

6:00 Dr Tom’s experience growing up grounding and racing cross country barefoot.

9:15 Negative Ionisation from water colliding and using nature as a type of therapy.

11:40 The difference between earthing and grounding.

16:00 Using grounding in palliative care with terminal patients.

18:30 Different high-performing teams integrate grounding into their daily routines.

21:15 Habit stacking and double dipping on grounding protocols.

23:55 Dr Tom’s use of a grounding blanket and the benefits he gets from it. 

28:50 The mental health benefits of grounding.

30:40 The physical health benefits of grounding.

32:30 getting emotional benefits from grounding on top of everything else.

37:05 10 practical tips for grounding.

43:30 Limiting your electronics exposure when grounding.

46:30 Avoid using wireless headphones whenever possible.

49:30 Dr Tom’s change from being sceptical to all-in on grounding.

53:25 PQ & You with Lucy Masters.