Stick To It Tip #7

It may be time to swap out one set of tunes for another. If you are an iPod enthusiast, there are numerous websites that suggest play lists for certain types of activities. If you have changed up your cardio routine (moved from endurance to intervals) now is the time to change your music. Look for music that will help you reach your heart rate target for your session. If you don't listen to music, look for ways to integrate other strategies to keep the cardio session interesting. One suggestion is to deal out five cards from a deck and use those numbers for your intervals (pass on the face cards). So, if I deal out a 2, Ace, 5, 6, and 9 I use these as my minutes for intensity with Ace being 1 (lowest intensity) and 10 (highest intensity). Any mind game will do, just make sure you get in 20-30 minutes.