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‘Pump up the jam: Musical impact on exercise performance explained – News | UAB
Have you ever been on a run and suddenly your favorite song started playing? Maybe it was by Drake or The Red Hot Chili Peppers. Maybe it was by Taylor Swift. Whatever the song may be, chances are it gave you an extra boost to finish that mile or run up that hill. Christopher Ballmann, Ph.D.
Ballmann, who has developed an entire line of research addressing the impact of music preference on exercise performance, aims to understand both the physiological and psychological effects at the crossroads of music and exercise.
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UAB’s Christopher Ballmann, Ph.D., explains the positive and negative impacts of music preference on exercise and athletic performance.
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Dr. John Vasudevan is a physician for University of Pennsylvania Athletics and an expert in exercise and fitness. He has extensive knowledge of the guidelines for adult exercise, including the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week. Dr. Vasudevan has a passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals and has worked with numerous clients to develop personalized exercise plans. He is also a sought-after speaker and has given talks on the importance of exercise for overall health and well-being.
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