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Study Reveals Exercise Creates 'Time Warp' Effect

3/26/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Canterbury Christ Church University reveals that intense exercise can create a "time warp," causing participants to feel like their workouts last longer. During cycling trials, they overestimated 30 seconds by nearly 10%. The findings suggest that distractions like music or friendly competition can enhance workout enjoyment and make time fly.

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A groundbreaking study from Canterbury Christ Church University reveals that intense exercise can create a "time warp," causing participants to feel like their workouts last longer. During cycling trials, they overestimated 30 seconds by nearly 10%. The findings suggest that distractions like music or friendly competition can enhance workout enjoyment and make time fly.