It seems rare to see someone in the gym without earbuds when they are not with a trainer or group. For most people, music is the fuel for their workout and helps keep them focused. If they forget ...

I have been spinning now for almost a year. I didn’t think I’d enjoy it when I first started—after all, it simply involves riding a stationary bike in a small, dark room with a group of people while ...

Music can enhance motivation, dial down discomfort and improve performance. Here’s the perfect exercise playlist, according to science Phil Hilton is a journalist with a focus on health, wellbeing, ...

When Dr. Chris Ballmann discusses his work, it becomes immediately clear his research isn’t just an academic pursuit; it’s personal. His work sits at the intersection of music, exercise science, ...

I have a nerdy confession: my fastest Peloton ride to date was to the Hamilton soundtrack. One of my favorite runs in recent memory was a slow 45-minute trot to Lily Allen’s new album, West End Girl.

Exercise has a lot of important benefits. But most people don’t exercise or don’t do it consistently or long enough to get those benefits. If you ask people why they dropped out of their program, I ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often ...