Music and motivation

​🎧 Turn It Up: The Power of Self-Selected Music in Training 💪 Research consistently shows that self-selected music (music the athlete actually likes) can lead to:

✅ Increased resistance training performance
✅ Better focus and concentration
✅ Higher energy levels
✅ Greater motivation
✅ More enjoyment during training

Compared to non-preferred music, letting athletes choose what they listen to can make a real difference in how they show up and perform. As coaches and trainers, that means sometimes stepping back and allowing choice--
🎶 even if it’s not your style
🎶 even if the lyrics make no sense
🎶 even if it drives you a little crazy

Because when athletes are more engaged, motivated, and locked in, the results follow. 👉 Bottom line:
Let them choose the music. Their performance may depend on it.