As the world listens to The Life Of A Showgirl on repeat, we reveal the one track that will pace your run perfectly
The question of what to listen to while you work out can be a tricky one. There’s so much choice out there. So what should you choose? Glen Ostergaard, Les Mills Program Director, has the answer… “For cardio-based workouts, while fast high-energy music with a high number of beats per minute is great for sparking energy, if you want sustained motivation, you need to feel like the music takes you on a journey. The BPM should be high but with plenty of change and variety.”
This week the world has been listening to the new Taylor Swift album, The Life Of A Showgirl. To date, the 35-year-old singer, who recently got engaged to her boyfriend, American football player Travis Kelce, has created 11 studio albums. She has also re-recorded and re-released four of them.
While The Life Of A Showgirl has had mixed reviews, we can reveal that if you’re looking for an album for a long run, or a lengthy workout – it’s absolutely perfect. But why?
Well the album describes Taylor’s life and is stuffed full of Easter eggs about rumoured feuds, as well as her much-discussed relationship. As a result it certainly takes you on a journey though her life. It’s compelling listening – so much so, you’ll forget you’re working out at all!
If you’re looking for a track to pace you as you complete a Parkrun this weekend – try The Fate Of Ophelia.
Elsewhere, if a yoga session is more your jam, the album is still a great companion. “For workouts such as yoga or Pilates, you don’t want music that is too hyped-up or dramatic – calmer sounds help nurture that mind/body connection,” says Glen.
“The best mind/body music stays steady for longer so you have more time to feel at ease with the sound and the move, which creates a holistic feeling.” From The Life Of A Showgirl, try Elizabeth Taylor to enhance your yoga moves.
And no matter what workout you choose, when it comes to what to listen on, Beats have got you covered with their brand new Beats Powerbeats Fit headphones, £199.95. Available in four stylish colourways – Jet Black, Gravel Gray, Spark Orange, and Power Pink – they fit securely in the ears while you move and are sweat-and-water-proof.