A woman became a hot topic when she revealed the secret to a workout that doesn’t even seem like a workout: BPM walking.
Erin Hazard, who goes by the name Mrs. Space Cadet on social media, filmed herself walking, jogging and running to the tempo of specially selected songs.
“I always listen to music when I walk or run,” Hazard told Newsweek. “I thought it was rare that music gave me actual physical energy.
“But then I think to myself, “That can’t be true, and I’m sure a lot of other people feel the same way.” If it motivates you to run or just run or walk, I guarantee you it can help others.”
Sarah Perc Graca, a personal trainer at Strong with Sarah, told Newsweek she loves the concept of BPM workouts, which involve walking, jogging, cycling, and running at a specific tempo.
She described it as “a great fitness idea that can add structure and motivation to your workouts, especially if you’re into music.”
In the video, Azar shares a 30-minute workout playlist that starts with 120 bpm songs, then 130 bpm songs, or a brisk walk.
She then gradually increases the speed to 131bpm, 133bpm, and 145bpm, which she describes as “not cold.”
Then there’s the 174bpm song, which has a “cute run” of about 3 minutes, then slows down to 150bpm and ends with a 124bpm cooldown.
“I feel like a lot of times people really struggle to find the type of workout or exercise that they enjoy,” Azar says. “For me, when I walk or run at BPM, it doesn’t feel like I’m working out because I’m not thinking about pace.
“Music tells me how fast my legs should move. And I enjoy music too. So music gives me energy and makes me feel good. I don’t have to actually think about it. It’s like no built-in training. “
Azar said he is currently creating an hour-long playlist for longer BPM workouts.
She started posting on social media four years ago. At the time, she had three young children and struggled to find time to travel.
Azar started running one mile a day. Then she started filming it and posting it on TikTok and then Instagram. Then, a month later, I decided to train for a marathon.
“I was posting about the not-so-pretty side of running, how hard it is, and I put a comedic spin on it, because for me, if I don’t laugh, I cry.” Azar said. “Those videos went viral very quickly.
“I thought all the comments were going to be making fun of me for being a grumpy mom in my 30s, but in reality I was like, ‘Oh my god, why don’t other runners show this?’ This is me when I’m running!” “”
Screenshot of Erin Azar’s BPM Walk video. Azar posts fitness content on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where she goes by the name Mrs. Space Cadet. Screenshot of Erin Azar’s BPM Walk video. Azar posts fitness content on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where she goes by the name Mrs. Space Cadet. @immrsspacecadet / Instagram
Hazard currently creates a variety of content for people who are new to the world of fitness and sports.
She says BPM workouts are perfect for runners who have suffered an injury or need to get out and do some gentle movement without injuring themselves further, or for anyone who wants extra energy during the day. said.
“It’s great for the daytime slump,” Azar said. “It’s usually 2 or 3 p.m. for me, so I can get used to it quickly before I drop the kids off at school, and they feel much better when they get off the bus. It’s really good.”
According to Pelc Graca, “pacing becomes more intuitive and effortless when you match your stride to the beat of the song.” She recommended 170-180bpm for a good running cadence.
Perc Graça says you can easily try interval training, which is “great for improving cardiovascular fitness and endurance,” by listening to different songs at different BPMs, and faster songs to increase intensity. , added that recovery can include slow songs.
She says adding music to a workout is a “known motivator” that can make working out “more fun and engaging” and help people get through tough moments, both mentally and physically. He said that there is a sex.
Pelc Graca recommends choosing or creating a playlist appropriate to your fitness level, listening to your body while listening to music, not pushing yourself too hard if it feels unnatural, and adjusting your tempo to avoid injury. I recommended focusing more on form.
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