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Scientists say this simple music trick can boost workout endurance by 20%

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A new study shows that listening to your own favorite workout music can dramatically boost endurance. Cyclists exercising with self-selected songs lasted nearly 20% longer than when riding in silence, yet they didn’t feel more exhausted at the end. Researchers say music may help people stay in the “pain zone” longer without increasing perceived strain.

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A study conducted by the University of Jyväskylä demonstrated that listening to personal music during exercise can increase endurance by up to 20%. The research, which involved recreational cyclists, revealed that choosing preferred musical tracks allows individuals to exercise for longer without experiencing a significant increase in perceived exertion. The research was conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Centre of Excellence in Music, M…

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