Year of Publication
2014
Date of Thesis
05-2014
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Exercise and Sport Sciences
Subject Categories
Exercise music; Exercise tests
Abstract
Binaural beats are an auditory illusion perceived when two or more pure tones of similar frequencies are presented dichotically through stereo headphones. This phenomenon is thought to have the potential to facilitate changes in arousal. The present study investigated the effects of 7 Hz binaural beating on post-exercise recovery and stress responsivity in college-aged students (n = 21; 18-29 years old).Theta binaural beats failed to outperform placebo in altering post-exercise recovery or stress responsivity. However, after listening to binaural beats, participants reported feeling more relaxed (6.4% change) and less stressed (11.5% change). Findings from the present study suggest that listening to binaural beats may have subtle psychological effects.
Recommended Citation
McConnell, Patrick, "Effects of theta-frequency binaural beats on post-exercise recovery and stress responsivity" (2014). Ithaca College Theses. 16.
https://digitalcommons.ithaca.edu/ic_theses/16