Faster music helps you workout better, study says

A new study suggests the music you listen to as you exercise can make a difference in your workout. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Whether you prefer pop, rock or hip-hop, the kind of music on your workout playlist can make a difference.

According to a new study, high-tempo music can reduce the amount of perceived effort of a workout and help boost cardiovascular benefits more than slower tempos. The tempo of the music needs to equate to about 170 heartbeats per minute, researchers say.