The Influence of Music Tempo on Bench Press Power Production in College-Aged Males
Department
Applied Health Sciences
Advisor
Leah Jackson
Document Type
Event
Version
Metadata Only
Abstract
PURPOSE: Previous research suggests that music with a tempo exceeding resting heart rate may stimulate the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), releasing catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine). These hormones have physiological effects such as increased heart rate and muscle strength in cardiovascular exercise. This study aims to see if the effect of music in cardiovascular exercise is also present in strength training. This will be done by examining whether pre- and intra-exercise music listening at different tempos affects power output during bench press repetitions in young adult males. It is hypothesized that music at a higher tempo will stimulate the SNS and result in the same effects as in cardiovascular exercise.
Recommended Citation
Linderbaum, Sam; Pantila, Reese; and Jackson, Leah, "The Influence of Music Tempo on Bench Press Power Production in College-Aged Males" (2024). Science Symposium. 7.
https://spark.bethel.edu/science_symposium/spring2024/schedule2024/7
The Influence of Music Tempo on Bench Press Power Production in College-Aged Males
PURPOSE: Previous research suggests that music with a tempo exceeding resting heart rate may stimulate the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), releasing catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine). These hormones have physiological effects such as increased heart rate and muscle strength in cardiovascular exercise. This study aims to see if the effect of music in cardiovascular exercise is also present in strength training. This will be done by examining whether pre- and intra-exercise music listening at different tempos affects power output during bench press repetitions in young adult males. It is hypothesized that music at a higher tempo will stimulate the SNS and result in the same effects as in cardiovascular exercise.