Melody and Momentum: A Comparative Analysis of Music Genres and Their Impact on Jogging Performance

Proponent/s Name/s (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

• Enrico Paulo H. Andaya, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
• Kristine Charlene D. Gutierrez, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
• Nicole Catherine G. Lariosa, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
• Gielian Lorice A. Suyat, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow

Document Types

Paper Presentation

Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)

Food, Nutrition, and Health (FNH)

School Name

De La Salle University, Manila

Track or Strand

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Ocampo, Shirlee R.

Start Date

25-6-2026 10:30 AM

End Date

25-6-2026 12:00 PM

Zoom Link/ Room Assignment

Online - https://zoom.us/j/92594857524 Meeting ID: 925 9485 7524 | Passcode: research

Abstract/Executive Summary

The average Filipino spends approximately 126 minutes listening to music daily, making it a prevalent companion during various activities, including jogging. As jogging gains popularity in the Philippines, music has emerged as a common source of entertainment, potentially enhancing both skills and overall experience. This study explored the effects of three music genres: Classical, Pop, and Rock, on the jogging performance of Senior High School students from De La Salle University - Manila, while evaluating their relative significance and effectiveness. Data were collected through a pre-survey and the main experiment, assessing only 22 participants out of 69 total respondents. Employing quantitative and experimental approaches, participants’ heart rate, maximum oxygen consumption (VO2 max.), jogging speed, and time were carefully monitored. To determine statistically significant differences in outcomes, Repeated Measures Analysis of Variance (RM-ANOVA) via Statistica was conducted. Results revealed that music overall had a statistically significant effect on the students’ VO2 max, while Rock music descriptively demonstrated the most pronounced impact in reducing jogging time compared to Classical and Pop music. These findings emphasize music’s role as a motivational tool and performance enhancer during physical activity. The study also addressed the possibilities of genre-specific considerations in performance activity. Future research is encouraged to investigate the broader implications of music across various exercise contexts to examine how different genres, tempos, and rhythms may influence individuals’ jogging performance, motivation, and overall lifestyle.

Keywords

music; jogging performance; physiological effects; tempo; intrinsic motivation

Initial Consent for Publication

yes

Statement of Originality

yes