Benefits of Earthing for athletes

Written By Jacqui Somen

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TL;DR

Earthing a.k.a. grounding a.k.a. standing barefoot on the grass/dirt has been demonstrated to support the body’s recovery process.

What the research says:

Researchers have found that earthing supports the following benefits that may support athletic recovery:

  • Improved heart rate variability(HRV)

  • Increased blood flow

  • Reduced muscle soreness

  • Reduced ambient stress levels

  • Deeper, more restorative sleep

  • Reduced pain and inflammation

Most experts recommend earthing for about 20 minutes a day.

Jacqui Somen
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