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Music or silence for best weightlifting performance? With Michael Richards
Episode 27

Music or silence for best weightlifting performance? With Michael Richards

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science Β· Evidence Strong

October 19, 202426m 45s

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πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/music-during-or-99645081 πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈ

On or off? Ever wondered if the music could enhance your weightlifting performance?

Join the years-long debate between some coaches and athletes on whether music helps or hinders your weightlifting training? In this interview, Michael is sharing insights from his extensive thesis research that aims to settle this battle once and for all.

Michael Richards is a dedicated strength and conditioning coach for the US Air Force Special Warfare candidate course. As a passionate researcher, Michael is immersed in the fascinating study of the effects of music on athletic performance, exploring the intricate interplay between melodies and strength training. Balancing his coaching duties, pursuit of a doctorate, and fatherhood, Michael brings a unique blend of practical experience and scholarly inquiry to the world of fitness and sports science.

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