When my motivation is lacking, I put my Nickleback CD into my discman and go for a walk outside - I am so busy enjoying the music I lose track of how far I have walked.......Good thing I have a pedometer
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Music does make a big difference in how much effort goes into my workout. Plus the time just flies...
MONTREAL123/7/2013 2:46:00 PM
Great idea! Thank-you!
LEANMEAN23/7/2013 6:34:00 AM
Thanks for sharing.
IAMTOLOSE3/4/2013 4:22:00 PM
Music makes anything easier and more enjoyable.
MARYHENNIG3/4/2013 2:07:00 PM
Works for me too!
MYYEAR513/4/2013 1:52:00 PM
CHERYLSBUTT3/4/2013 9:12:00 AM
Love the technique thanks
AMANDACOETZER3/4/2013 8:48:00 AM
SHANNONY843/4/2013 8:28:00 AM
Music also encourages me to get up and go!~~~~
SHARIRUN3/4/2013 7:51:00 AM
music is "instrumental" in my workouts
HUCK1323/4/2013 7:10:00 AM
PENNYPACKER33/4/2013 6:48:00 AM
FITNESSGIRL20113/2/2011 5:14:00 PM
Yes music is the best workout motivator!
ALICIAT323/1/2011 3:10:00 PM
oh yeah, i can't work out without my tunes!
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