The Super Hero Pose
Posted on May 12, 2023 by Dominic Dauria, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
Boost Confidence and Reduce Stress with the Super Hero Pose
The Super Hero Pose is a powerful stance that can boost your confidence and reduce stress levels. This high-power pose involves standing tall, with feet apart, chin up, and hands on hips with elbows bent.
The concept of Power Posing was first introduced by Amy Cuddy in 2010. She conducted research suggesting that standing in a “high power” pose can increase testosterone levels while decreasing cortisol levels.
In other words, standing like a superhero not only makes you feel more powerful, but it can also have a physiological impact on your body. Research has shown that standing in the Super Hero Pose can lower cortisol levels, which is a stress hormone, while elevating testosterone levels, which is associated with confidence.
Conversely, adopting a “defeated posture” can have the opposite effect, raising cortisol levels and lowering testosterone levels.
Incorporating the Super Hero Pose into your daily routine can be an effective way to reduce stress, boost confidence, and increase feelings of power. So, the next time you need a quick confidence boost, try standing like a superhero and see the positive effects it has on your mood and mindset.
