Music has always been a part of my life. Growing up, my dad was a fan of the big band era and entertainers like Frank Sinatra. He would buy toy instruments and distribute them among all of his ...

Listening to music is helpful in many aspects of our lives, but this is especially true in the case of exercising. More than a century of research confirms that having music on can boost your athletic ...

The problem of physical inactivity in industrialised countries is severe, complex, and highly resistant to intervention. According to the World Health Organisation, it contributes to 1.9 million ...

The right soundtrack can completely transform a workout experience, turning mundane exercise routines into energizing sessions that push physical and mental boundaries. Scientific research ...

There are many tools, or ergogenic aids, that athletes use to improve exercise performance. These include nutrients and supplements like protein and carbohydrates, drugs like caffeine, steroids, and ...

For many people, an essential part of any exercise regime is the music that accompanies it. Whether you’re a runner, a rower or a bodybuilder, there’s a good chance you have a favourite selection of ...

Costas Karageorghis is in receipt of funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC; Grant Ref: ES/R005559/1). Dawn Rose receives funding from Parkinson's UK, the Swiss National Science ...