Run To Cadence With The U.S. Marines vol.1

U.S. Marine Corps | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 1, 1998)
• Original Release Date: January 1, 1983
• Number of Discs: 1
• ASIN: B00005O3W3
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,389 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #12 in Music > Miscellaneous > Exercise

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hot PT Soundtrack, October 10, 2005

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F. Pagan (New York City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Run To Cadence With The U.S. Marines vol.1 (Audio CD)

Running is not for everyone. Many try but end up jogging (not the same thing). Others start too fast, lose breath, walk to regain it, and repeat. Two secrets to good runs:

1)Rhythm. The sound of running feet hitting the deck in unison sounds like a heart beating. The biological power of this sound will draw you in instantly, which is nice. More importantly, it will let you know when to stomp on each foot. Steady rhythm is key to efficient running.

2)BIG strides. Initially you will focus your energy on kicking out your feet fast enough to keep pace with the cadence. In time it will become natural and you can focus on taking wider strides. Short, choppy steps waste energy and waste time. If you're out there shuffling, you might as well run. The lyrics will motivate you to kick out your toes farther each time, until you get comfortable with a nice wide stride. Reminders to "dress it up" will remind you to not slump and to hold your chest out, which makes it easier to breath.

Efficient, competent running takes practice. This soundtrack can provide the psychological "chew out" you need to get your lazy butt out and running more often. It's also good for a few laughs.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Run to Cadence with U.S. Marines, February 27, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Run To Cadence With The U.S. Marines vol.1 (Audio CD)

I ordered this C.D. and it is excellent. I am a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Contrary to popular belief we do P.T. Our P.T. has not been so great here lately and we needed motivation.

I listened to the Run with Marines C.D. and ate it up. This gave me a plan to Run my guys with Cadence. I called some of the cadence from this C.D. and we improved out P.T. dramatically. I recommend this C.D. for anyone.

Next time you feel yourself getting down and out on your run, formation runs, Ruck runs, ect. Purchase this C.D. It will motivate you.

Ooohhh Rahhhh

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The most enjoyable of the series, July 2, 2005

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SuperSchtroumpf (Lyon, France) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Run To Cadence With The U.S. Marines vol.1 (Audio CD)

I have three or four of these cadence cassettes. Clearly, running to cadence is not for everyone. But for those who do, you will find that the pace is perfect for a good, steady run. Out of the series, I found that the USMC one was, though repetitive, the most oustanding. There is a good mix of humor, motivation, and good ol' Marine violence. Some of the others, especially the Army ones, are dated back to Vietnam or the Cold War when they talk about commies, UH-1s, etc.

I wish they had a rated R version as well. These are rather tame compared to the reality. Still, its a great inspiration to anyone who was, wants to be, or wishes they were running with the Corps.