Health Gawker

They’re Playing My Song. Time to Work Out.

January 11, 2008 · Leave a Comment

Favorite workout music from readers of fitness magazines…

How about the “ ’80s cardio playlist,” which includes the short-shorts video classic “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham! Or singer Rihanna, who reveals her favorite workout songs — immodestly recommending four of her own for “when you have to pick up the pace on the treadmill.”

The playlist fixation has a scientific basis: Studies have shown that listening to music during exercise can improve results, both in terms of being a motivator (people exercise longer and more vigorously to music) and as a distraction from negatives like fatigue. But are certain songs more effective than others? More here.

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