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Curating the perfect playlist may be the key to getting the most out of your next workout
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To make the most out of your next workout, curate the perfect playlist! Music Speed One component of music to keep in mind is tempo/speed, specifically the number of beats per minute. During physical activity, our body subconsciously synchronizes movements to a song’s tempo. In doing so, our body fixates less on the impending exhaustion…
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The Cord’s official playlist for summer 2019
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Summer is just around the corner, and The Cord’s staff have you set with a playlist that’s sure to put you in the mood for warm weather and relaxing days on the beach. “Earfquake” – Tyler, the Creator From Tyler, The Creator’s first number one album IGOR, Earfquake explores the topic of heartbreak and guilt all while delivering…
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A diverse playlist to celebrate decades of influential black music
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“Jab FOREVER” by Skinny Banton The song “Jab FOREVER” by Grenadian Soca artist, Skinny Banton, rings with black pride. It has an infectious rhythm and melody that pulsates in your veins and encourages celebration. While the song hints to elements of Grenada’s carnival (Jab is French patois for “Devil” — a folklore character in carnival…
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Dance crazes of the 2000’s
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This past year we’ve seen numerous dance crazes take the social media world by storm and everyone is feeling nostalgic about the most popular dances from our childhood. We’ve seen these moves time and time again, but where did they even come from and why do we even do them? When things come back in…
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Laurier recreational dance program on the rise
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Dancing can be viewed as an example of the university experience in its social nature, but also as an escape to all the unhealthy habits that comes with the student lifestyle.
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MAKEOUT MIXTAPE: Valentine’s Day playlist
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Water Fall – Anderson .Paak If being listed as an “Interlube” isn’t enough of a hint at the intentions of Anderson .Paak’s “Water Fall,” the not-exactly-subtle metaphors in the refrain should arouse suspicions. The smooth, funky guitars are content to meander in the background, while the seductive vocals take over and make you feel an…
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