This research paper systematically investigates the emotional regulation effects of music listening on running performance through the theoretical lens of music psychology. By integrating perspectives from emotional psychology, cognitive psychology, and sports psychology, this study develops a comprehensive framework to analyze how musical elements - including tempo (BPM), rhythm, meter, and timbre - elicit synesthetic responses that subsequently modulate emotional states during running activities. The investigation specifically examines the psychological mechanisms through which music influences running performance, incorporating both theoretical analysis and practical applications. Through detailed examination of running scenarios and emotional regulation processes, this research demonstrates how synchronized music can optimize athletic performance by regulating emotional states, reducing perceived exertion, and enhancing motor coordination. The findings provide significant implications for designing music-based interventions to improve running efficiency and emotional experience, while establishing robust theoretical foundations for practical applications in sports psychology.

Fan Tianzi. The Emotional Regulation Effects of Music Listening Experience on Running Performance: Mechanisms and Applications. Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (2025), Vol. 8, Issue 10: 63-69. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJHSS.2025.081011.

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