Tips for Getting Motivated with Music
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Select the right player.
It should not interfere with your workout. Be sure that the ear pieces will stay in place.- Player Types
- MP3 players are small and light.
- Apple iPod Shuffle
- Portable MP3 players
- Finis makes a waterproof MP3 player that is great for swimmers.
- Create a Playlist
warm-up for the first 5 to 10 minutes with a slow to moderate tempo.
The training phase should have songs that match your exercise pace, are fun and upbeat. Rotate fast songs with slower songs for interval training.
Cool down with slower paced music for your final phase. Like your warm up, it should have a few songs with a slower beat that will slow your body and heart rate down.Finish with flexibility and stretching by slowing the song tempo even more. Use this time to calm your body & mind enjoy relaxing after a great workout.
While training to music can be a great motivator, it isn't for everyone. If you use headphones, make sure you can do so safely. For example, cyclists shouldn't use headphones on the road with traffic.
