It is a widely know fact that listening to music whilst running can boost your performance.

Listening to your MP3 player will put a spring in your step and give you that necessary motivation. If you choose the correct song for your BPM, music can also help your breathing patterns and prevent you from getting a stitch.

In addition, music helps your muscles to relax, so that your running will become easier and the chance of aches and pains the next day is significantly reduced! But most of all music and sport are two things which make us feel good by releasing endorphins in the brain, so combining the two makes for a very happy person!

So what kind of songs should we be listening to if we want the music to aid our running? Well it all depends on the speed and the BPM you want to achieve. The key is to choose the music carefully, and not just to play your favourite songs. Running to an inappropriate beat could seriously affect your performance. Your foot needs to land on the ground with each beat, so that you can keep up the pace. It is a good idea to try out different genres in order to find the best one to suit you.

The best running music comes from the following genres; Electro Pop/Funk, Acoustic Guitar, Drum & Bass, Industrial, Fusion, Deep Funk, Electro Fusion, Inspirational, Techno Rock and Live Rock.

So get out there and run to your own rhythm!