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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2026 · 18 MIN

Does Music Really Help You Stick To Exercise When Nothing Else Works?

from Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva · host Leo and Eva

Did you know? After finishing cardiac rehabilitation, 27 ordinary Australians (average age 67) were simply asked to walk regularly for six months. Half received personalised music playlists. The result? 96% (26 out of 27) stuck with walking the entire time and lost an extra 2.8 cm from their waist — a statistically significant improvement. Published by researchers at the University of Melbourne and La Trobe University in the Journal of Music Therapy, this study reveals how your favourite music can turn walking from a chore into a daily joy you actually look forward to. Keep reading to discover exactly how to make it work for you. Full details: https://oriems.fit/blogs/research-digest/does-music-really-help-you-stick-to-exercise-when-nothing-else-works

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