From the category archives:

Music

Keeping earbuds locked when you run

April 20, 2010
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Silly question:
Ever have a problem with earbuds falling out while you run?
Met up with local runners last week at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Newark. One fellow mentioned his quest for the perfect headphones – because of the annoyance of earbuds dropping out.
I’ve been vexed by the same indignation. One moment, your legs are effortlessly [...]

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Podcasts for runners

April 19, 2010
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I used to have a big problem running – sheer boredom stopped me before I worked up a sweat. The iPod was heaven sent for my personal enjoyment. I stopped grinding through my runs and began grooving.
No more restless mind telling me to stop. Just a little Miles Davis as I cruise along the river. [...]

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Strong song – Hella Good

February 23, 2010
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Time to admit a nasty little habit – I sometimes enjoy “girly” music.
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Too much Pink Floyd warped my musical sensibilities as a kid. I mindlessly accepted that “Disco Sucks” and spent a long time painted in that corner.
The day I caved is seared in my brain. A friend gave me Madonna’s debut album. I’d always thought [...]

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Strong song – Badlands

February 1, 2010
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This post starts a weekly series of “strong songs” – music for digging deeper.
I listen to all types of music when I run. Fast and slow. Jazz and rap, alternative and country. Once, I even tried an NPR podcast. The idea is to take me out of my head, where I think about pain. Some [...]

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Workout hack 6 – great music

February 1, 2010
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The Greeks connected athletics and music in ancient times. Hermes not only played a mean lyre – he watched out for runners. The Olympics were packed with music. And armies were marching to drums well before then.
Music has the power to carry you away from your exertion. The rhythm almost moves your legs for you. [...]

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