Claire Dale: The Science of Physical Intelligence - Unleashing Your Body's Potential | Ep 13

In this episode of “Why Life’s A Pitch” I'm honoured to be joined by my friend and colleague Claire Dale. Claire is the creator of Physical Intelligence, author of the book by the same name, and a former contemporary dancer and choreographer.
She now combines her background in dance with neuroscientific research to help decision-makers and leaders improve their performance across numerous fields. In this candid conversation she shares her fascinating journey, from dancing on stage to pitching in the boardroom, and how physical intelligence has played a key role in her success.
We delve into the science behind our physiology, how our body language affects decision-making and the importance of resilience and adaptability in our lives. This episode is certainly an enlightening journey into the world of physical intelligence and its impacts.
So, sit back, relax and prepare to understand how your own body contributes to your success!
00:00 Introduction.
03:18 Starting with the body.
07:40 Dancing in the womb.
12:25 Auditioning with resilience.
13:59 Diversity in dance.
18:15 From dancer to founder of Physical Intelligence.
20:29 Joining the corporate world.
25:18 The original pitch.
26:40 The oxytocin dopamine balance.
29:46 Learning the science.
33:00 The clarity of writing a book
36:55 Using the breath.
41:44 Stretching for high performance.
43:27 Importance of breath in stressful situations.
51:16 Delay breakfast, prioritise nature, and embrace yoga.
53:58 Staying present and focused is crucial
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