Qigong is a 4000-year-old Chinese practice that combines gentle movement, mindfulness, and controlled breathing techniques.

For this month’s experiment Chris & Jim have been working with the brilliant Tamas Konya to explore how Qigong can improve the flow of natural healing energy and integrates our body, mind and spirit.

This was was great fun!

FInd out more about Tamas on his website tamascoach.com

Chris is flying solo this month for our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment, where he’s been diving deep into the world of hyperbaric chamber therapy, with the brilliant Dr Wil Buxton.

Hyperbaric chamber therapy involves climbing into a purpose-built chamber where you’re exposed to an atmosphere of 100% oxygen, pressurised to up to 3 times the normal atmospheric pressure. Luckily Dr Will does all the scientific bits, and all Chris has to do is chill out in the chamber and taking some deep breaths.

By increasing the concentration of oxygen in the blood and giving your body's tissues a boost with exposure to rich blood plasma, lots of amazing things happen; Damaged tissues heal faster, inflammation reduces whilst it also strengthens the immune system. For Chris however this experiment was all about exploring the mood-enhancement that people experience due to improved mental clarity.

And did he get some of that!!!

You can find out more about our partners for this month’s energy experiment or book yourself in to have a go in the chamber at https://effectdoctors.com/

Chris and Jim chat about our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment, where we've been delving into the wonderful world of improvisation with one of the world’s most experienced and accomplished improv performers – Neil Mullarkey.

You may recognise him from his performances in 'Whose Line Is It Anyway' and two 'Austin Powers' movies. He still performs most Sundays with the Comedy Store Players, Europe's top improv troupe, which he co-founded with Mike Myers. But now he travels the world bringing the skills of theatre and especially improv to businesses across different sectors.

Have a listen as Chris and Jim discuss the experiment Neil set for us and explore why this month has been a real hoot and full of energy.

And… why not give it a go yourself?

Read the full blog to get involved.

To find out more about Neil Mullarkey and his work, head over to his website or follow him on his socials below:

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And for friends of Upping Your Elvis there is a 20% DISCOUNT on Neil’s new book. Use the code KOGANPAGE20 via https://neilmullarkey.com/inthemomentbook.

Chris, Jim and Neil chat to Laughter Ambassador and Laughter Yoga Master Trainer Lotte Mikkelsen about our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment where we’ve been giving our energy a huge boost by delving deep into the healing power of laughter.

Laughter Yoga is growing in popularity as a way to boost staff wellbeing. Not only does laughter release endorphins, but it relaxes the body, relieves stress, and can even increase immune cells, improving our resistance to disease. Now who doesn’t want a piece of that?

We love a laugh at Elvis HQ, so this month’s energy experiment has been a real hoot.

Have a listen as Chris, Jim and Neil discuss the experiment and explore why this month has been a barrel of laughs.

And… why not give it a go yourself?

Read the full blog to get involved.

To find out more about Lotte and her work, head over to her website or follow her on her socials below:

• LinkedIn
• YouTube‍
• Facebook‍
• Instagram

Good nutrition is the difference between surviving and thriving.

Our bodies are beautifully complex and amazing organisms that need loads of different nutrients to thrive. We could survive for a while on coffee, processed food, and take-aways but sooner or later it’ll catch-up with us and our ‘engines’ will simply break down.

This month Podcast is with the brilliant Harry Hewetson, who's philosophy embraces the imperfect, focussing on the power of small, achievable changes…

No diets.

No denial.

No calorie counting.

We’re in!

Have a listen as Chris & Jim explore all that is great nutrition with Harry Hewetson.

Chris & Jim chat to Geoff McDonald about our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment where we've been giving our energy a huge boost by using Talk It Out.

They've been playing with the Talk It Out app and giving ‘The Friday Download’ a go. It’s a simple, fun challenge that’s proven to help free you from the baggage of your busy week so you can skip into the weekend with a smile on your face!

They also chat to Geoff about how we can all help to remove stigma around talking about our mental health at work. With 90% of us saying we are more productive at work, yet 50% saying we're also feeling burned out – there's no better time than now to be talking about this.

Chris & Jim chat to James Sills about our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment where we've been giving our energy a huge boost by singing.

The benefits of singing for physical and mental health are widespread and well-documented. From boosting mood, reducing anxiety, improving posture, and lowering blood pressure. And here’s the great thing - none of these are dependent on our singing ability (or perceived singing ability). Many of us stop singing in adulthood, often for fear of judgment, comparison or ridicule, a belief that is frequently reinforced by programmes such as The X Factor or The Voice.

Have a listen to how the experiment James set for us gave Chris & Jim a huge feeling of freedom, connection and happiness. And give it a go for yourself...

Chris & Jim chat to Emily Graces from The Living Project about our latest #ElvisEnergyExperiment where we've been getting into the outdoors to experience awe to see how it impacts our energy.

The Living project’s philosophy is that getting outside and spending time in nature is good for the soul. It inspires connection to self, others and the natural world of which we are a part.

Science shows us that ‘experiencing awe’ is good for us, both physiologically and psychologically. According to Professor Dacher Keltner, ‘experiencing awe helps us to live happier and healthier lives’, he argues that it has, (and still is), ‘an essential mechanism for collective survival.’

Have a listen and get out there and experience awe for yourself...

It’s awe-some!