The Power Posture: a secret weapon for regaining positive energy

Training Theme 

This training introduces the concept of power posture, a technique popularized by Amy Cuddy that demonstrates how physical posture influences psychology, self-confidence, and performance. Through videos, practical exercises, and real-life examples, you will learn how to adopt powerful stances and combine them with confident breathing to manage stress and develop a stronger, calmer presence. By understanding the connection between body, mind, and emotion, participants gain tools to positively influence their internal state and external impact.

Training Objectives 

In this course, you will learn how to:

• Understand that body, mind, and emotions are deeply interconnected.
• Develop a posture of excellence to feel powerful, confident, and assertive.
• Use deep breathing techniques to calm the mind and remain grounded.
• Practice abdominal breathing to release the diaphragm and promote vitality.
• Reduce cortisol levels and naturally boost testosterone to improve confidence and presence.
• Prepare before high-stakes situations by using stretches and power posture to regain balance and positive energy.

Target Audience 

Anyone wishing to improve their quality of life and relationships.

Means and Methods 

• E-learning Modules: Consisting of text, videos, interactive content, and quizzes designed to help you achieve the defined learning outcomes.
• Additional resources: Downloadable documents such as the coaching memo sheet (PDF).

Training Content 

This module contains 4 parts:

DISCOVER

• Identify your personal challenges and motivations for change.

SHAKING UP

• Introduction to the concept of Power Posture or “Posture of Excellence”
  • • Amy Cuddy’s work and scientific evidence
• What is power posture?
• How does it work and why does it influence psychology?
• Applying power posture at work.
• Preparing before stressful situations.
• Studies and key findings on body-language influence.

LEARN

• Expert video: The Posture of Excellence and Confident Breathing, 7'43
  • Demonstration of posture techniques and mindful breathing to foster positive thoughts and emotions.
• Quiz: Identifying a posture of excellence.
• TRUE/FALSE on the key principles of power posture.

ANCHOR

• Practical advice summarized in the downloadable coaching memo sheet.
  Use real-world examples to define your personal commitment to change.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• Downloadable documents:
  • Coaching memo sheet (PDF)
• Bonus: TED or Youtube video(s)"