How to Pick Music for a Fitness Competition
Entering a fitness competition can be an exhilarating and empowering experience. Training hard, and pushing the body to be a symbol of perfection is an intimidating and exciting journey. On top of the physical dedication, most fitness competitions have a performance section in which competitors devise a routine to music of their choice. Learn how to pick music for a fitness competition that suits your physical abilities and personal style.
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Instructions
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Begin planning your routine far in advance, approximately 2 to 3 months before the competition if not more. Be aware of any mandatory moves that must be performed for your routine.
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Take notice of music that gets you excited and writing down some of those selections on a pad. Notice any common themes and pay attention to the tempo of the music that you are drawn to; it will probably be the best tempo in which to perform.
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Pick two or three songs that really stick out to you to single out for a mix tape. Choose music that is both upbeat but also speaks to your personality and style.
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Select music to suit your body style; heavier figures should choose harder music whereas lighter weights might benefit more from faster, lighter tempos. Make sure the songs that are mixed together flow well and represent the succession of poses you will be performing for your routine.
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Mix your music far enough in advance to make any changes. Enlist the help of a professional to help you mix the music as it will sound much more polished and presentable; ensure that you have more than one copy and that it is in CD form for the competition DJ.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are participating in a figure competition, make sure the music you choose allows you to perform the mandatory number of poses and that the music flows naturally with your posing.
If you tire of your music listening to it more than once, then choose different songs. You should be able to listen to your competition music all day long and not tire of the songs.
Do not choose slow tempo or overly dramatic music that will take attention away from your routine or personality.
