Music Considerations (Class Instruction and Preparation) Flashcards
Dissociation
Diverting mind from feelings of fatigue; lowers percpetion of effort.
Sychronization
Moving to music improves movement efficiency.
Motor Learning
Music replicates forms of human locomotion.
Downbeat
First beat of a measure
32-Count Phrasing
Common musical structure used in group fitness; audible emphasis every 32 counts.
Foreground music
Using tempo, lyrics, or song components every 32 counts.
Background Music
Using music to set mood and support atmosphere
Sound level
measured in decibles (dB); permissible exposure is 85 dB over 8 hours
What is the recommended music tempo (BPM) for Resistance Training?
125-135 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo (BPM) for HITT/Tabata?
150-160 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo (BPM) for Boot Camp?
130-140 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo (BPM) for Step?
128-132 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo (BPM) for Barre, Pilates?
124-128 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo for Kickboxing?
140-150 BPM
What is the recommended music tempo for Aquatics, Seniors?
122-128 BPM
What is the recommended genre/style for resistance training?
Top 40 Pop, Alternative, Classic Rock, Deep House, Progressive House
What is the recommended genre/style for HIIT/Tabata?
Electronic (House, techno), Fast Top 40, Alternative, Indie Rock
What is the recommended genre/style for Boot Camp?
Dubstep, Alternative, Indie Rock
What is the recommended genre/style for Step?
Pop, Thematic or Decade Compliations
What is the recommended genre/style for Barre, Pilates?
Tropical House, Classical, Jazz, Soul, Soft Rock
What is the recommended genre/style for Kickboxing?
Techno, Progressive House, Dubstep
What is the recommended genre/style for Aquatics seniors?
Oldies, Motown, Dance, Top 40 Pop
What is the recommended genre/style for Yoga?
Down-tempo (Exotic/Ambient), World, Indie or Alternative
