Music And Triathlon: A Powerful Combination
For many runners, the right song can turn a tough training session into an energizing experience. In a recent episode of What’s in Your Earbuds?, hosts Aum Gandhi and Joe Hardin sat down with Adam Turréy, founder of Lucid Motion Fitness, to discuss the powerful connection between music and endurance sports. From breaking down barriers in triathlon to curating the perfect playlist, this conversation highlights how music can elevate both performance and motivation.
Breaking Barriers in Endurance Sports
Adam’s organization, Lucid Motion Fitness, is dedicated to making endurance sports more accessible for minority and low-income athletes. The discussion touched on the challenges faced by underrepresented athletes and how Lucid Motion Fitness is helping break down financial and social barriers. Their first sponsored athlete, Brandon, serves as an example of the impact of community-driven support in triathlon.
Finding Motivation Through Music
Music has an undeniable influence on an athlete’s mindset. Adam shared his personal song pick, Wave of Mutilation (UK version) by Pixies, along with other community-driven recommendations. The episode also introduced the Listening Club LA Instagram page. This is a space where athletes and music lovers come together to share their favorite training tunes.
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The Role of Pop Music in Training
From Olivia Rodrigo’s emotional lyrics to the high-energy beats of Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park, pop music can play a huge role in keeping athletes motivated. The What’s in Your Earbuds? playlist—now nearly 10 hours long—continues to evolve. There are a variety of songs that will help runners push through tough miles and find their rhythm.
Build Your Own Training Playlist
If you’re looking for new music to power your next run, take inspiration from this episode and start curating your perfect playlist. Regardless of your taste, finding the right beats can make a world of difference in your endurance journey.
What is the powerful music combination that gets you through those tough running and triathlon training sessions? Share your go-to running songs in the comments and keep the energy going!
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