Music: Turn It On for Fitness, Off for Meals
(1)Let your iPod be your weight-loss coach. Studies show music can help you get in motion. Just choose songs with medium or fast tempos to keep yourself moving at a moderate intensity.1,2,3 When you sit down to a meal, however, cut your soundtrack and turn the TV off. Research shows that people who listen to music during meals end up eating more4-not good news for your LAP-BAND® System plan. Focus on enjoying your food-and encourage your family to do the same.
References:
1. Karageorghis C, Jones L, Stuart DP. "Psychological Effects of Music Tempi During Exercise." International Journal of Sports Medicine, July 2008;29(7):613-9.
2. Karageorghis CI, Jones L, Low DC. "Relationship Between Exercise Heart Rate and Music Tempo Preference." Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, June 2006;77(2):240-50.
3. Edworthy J, Waring H. "The Effects of Music Tempo and Loudness Level on Treadmill Exercise." Ergonomics, Dec 15 2006;49(15):1597-610.
4. Stroebele N, de Castro JM. "Listening to Music While Eating Is Related to Increases in People's Food Intake and Meal Duration." Appetite, Nov 2006;47(3):285-9.
