Several studies conclude that it is advantageous to listen to music while exercising. Music during workouts is great, people have proven to exercise longer and harder ultimately burning more calories as the music drives them. Music is a great motivator because it serves as a distraction from, pain, fatigue and the physical challenge of exercise. "For some athletes and for many people who run, jog, cycle, lift weights and otherwise exercise, music is not superfluous - it is essential to peak performance and satisfying a workout" (Scientific America, 2013).
I witness the benefit of music when I teach, people tend to move with the music, it certainly helps one push harder. Also evident is the distraction music brings, popular songs or simply a song that resonates with someone brings smiles, energy, enthusiasm and excitement - most importantly it helps people get into a zone and enjoy the moment as they work hard.
Check out my current playlist
Crazy
Gnarles Barkley
Oath
Cher Lloyd
Survivor/ I Will Survive
Glee Cast
Dirt Road Anthem (Remix) [feat. Ludacris]
Jason Aldean
Locked Out of Heaven Mashup
Megan Nicole & Sam Tsui
Streets of Philadelphia
Bruce Springsteen
With or Without You (Remixed By 2x)
System Team - Tribute to U2
July Flame
Laura Veirs
It's My Life
Mash-up - Hip Hop Tribute to BonJovi
ITHEAIRFINAL (Remix - In The Air Tonight)
Unknown Artist
Holy Grail (feat. Justin Timberlake)
JAY Z
"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain."
- Bob Marley
