My iPod's Stuck On Replay

Day Three

Okay, okay so I guess since it's after midnight this is technically day four but I started writing earlier today and I'm the boss of this blog so we're calling it day three!

Here goes:

Over the past two days I have been conducting some very scientific research at the gym. My methods include observation (watching people workout) and... well, that's it actually. What I've found is that music seems to play a very important role in people's workout attitudes.

Take Exhibit A: The girl to the left of me on the stairmaster. She had no headphones in and was therefore listening only to the radio they play at the gym. Music which is barely audible above the sounds of weights clanging and treadmills whirring. I've seen happier faces on people writing exams or working 12 hour shifts. Her expression was pained. It made me more tired just seeing her.

Now let's examine Exhibit B: Another girl working on the eliptical sporting a set of brightly colored headphones. I recognized her face as one similar to mine when I buy a really cute shirt at a good price. Pure and simple joy. She silently sang along as her legs pumped, bobbing her head and practically bouncing her way through the workout.

In conclusion, assuming Girl B was actually listening to music rather than wearing the headphones for style and assuming these two girls represent the entire population, music makes for a much more pleasant and therefore effective workout session!

What has this study taught me? That I need new and better workout music in order to achieve my goal! I mean I love my Tim McGraw but when I'm pushing myself to finish those last five minutes of cardio, Live Like You Were Dying doesn't really kick me into high gear.

The only problem is I'm not sure what will motivate me. I've only found a few songs that do so far and they are getting old really fast. Any suggestions?