Summary and go further – music
Music in integral to some sports such as synchronised swimming. Image credit: Pierre-Yves Beaudouin / Wikimedia Commons.
This module has addressed how music can be harnessed in training and competition:
- A conceptual framework was presented based on two decades of research.
- Music offers psychological, psychophysical, and physiological benefits.
- Understanding the context of when to use music is important. This includes the type of activity and personal and situational factors.
- Music can be used in training and can be matched to specific activities.
- Music is not suitable for all activities. When learning new skills or following coaching instructions music can act as a distraction and disrupt concentration.
- Music can also be used prior to competition to regulate arousal.
- Music can be coupled with imagery to assist performance.
- Music is useful for relaxing athletes before, during and after competition.
Go further
The Conversation
Professor Peter Terry shares some insights about music and sport performance in The Conversation.
Create a playlist
Several music services, including Spotify, Apple Music, and jog.fm, allow you to create your own playlists. Why don’t you have a go?
To give you some ideas, view Dr Costas Karageorghis playlists for various fitness and strength activities. The playlist should last around 40 – 60 mins.