The Psychology of Effective Workout Music

Who would think that workout music could be controversial?! I have friends and clients who can’t get moving without some stimulating musical motivation (myself included!). And I know some very fit folks who prefer to use their workouts as a time to unplug and listen to their own thoughts or meditate. And who could forget the drama when marathon organizers started banning music for safety concerns? If you’re like me and a lot of folks and you sometimes need a new, fun playlist that builds to help you through a cardio or lift session, here’s my go-to Spotify mix this month.