Join the Groove Zone

This is a place to fight step by step against the chronic disorders of modern life. Acting on the intention to not only live longer, but better and to feel better for today. To be where we are today and accepting that with compassion, while moving forward and not to giving up. Progress not perfection with gentle persistence. Taking breaks is encouraged. Not waiting to be saved but DIY, because no one is doing this for us and our health matters.

FAQ

  • The Groove Zone is a member site for curated music recommendations, movement courses, and original compositions that you can incorporate into your movement practice anywhere, on your schedule.

  • This is fitness for self-identifying dorks. Of course, it is open to anyone who finds their way here. There is a sweet spot for alternative/indie music fan/nerds who are starting to grapple with the fact that they need to intentionally move their aging bodies in order to keep healthy and perhaps feel alienated by a certain competitive perfectionist mindset in the fitness industry or modern life in general. Is that too specific? Oh well.

  • One goal of the Groove Zone is to amplify independent musicians. There are so many artists out there who deserve to be heard and this is a meaningful way to connect to their music. For the purposes of synchronizing running and walking steps, 4/4 rock and hip hop tend to be the most straightforward (although there is variation in the song suggestions.)

    And OK, full disclosure, this is the pet project of an independent musician, certified trainer and coach, Lady Southpaw (AKA Erin Molloy), and this is the kind of music I like and tend to gravitate to.

    Also, we accept suggestions and can create custom playlists, contact for more info.

  • This website organizes recommendations and links to the big music platforms (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and Bandcamp…) where most people stream/buy music and artists get their royalties. You can search the titles to find the songs wherever you prefer to get music. Only original tracks by Lady Southpaw and collaborators are available for download on this site. You can access playlists directly through the platforms without a Groove Zone membership, but here you’ll find all the links in one place + original Lady Southpaw music and courses.

  • Courses focus on warm-ups, strength, and conditioning for walking, running, and daily living.

  • You can get just the music recommendations for free by creating an account at the “Free” level. Courses include free preview lessons. There are 2 other paid options (see below.)

  • Definitely. You can switch plans, upgrade, or make changes to your membership anytime.

  • Memberships are flexible and can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.

  • "When Eric Orton and I wanted to recruit a singer-songwriter for BORN TO RUN 2, our first and only phone call was to Lady Southpaw."

    Christopher McDougall, best-selling author of Born To Run

  • "Feels like cheating when I'm listening to your music. I don't like running with my phone but I don't like running without your help even more."

    Harlon S., runner, guitarist, and trainer

  • "Your music gives me energy, motivation and a rhythm that makes me want to keep running, especially on the days when training gets hard."

    Johannes C., soon to be marathoner

Memberships

The Groove Zone - Free
Free

Get curated running music and walking music (in different tempos) with an emphasis on indie artists and alternative genres. "Groove Zone" motivation posts for intrinsic motivation, resilience, and consistent fitness.

✓ Links to featured playlists, tracks, and artists
✓ Running Music Recommendations (175-190 bpm)
✓ Walking Music Recommendations (120-130 bpm)
✓ The Groove Zone Blog
The Groove Zone + Member Exclusives
$9.00
Every month
$108.00
Every year

Groove Zone membership includes Love Running More course and all future courses. Future courses include specialized content for Walking, Running and Walking/Running workouts, race training plans + exercises to improve mobility, flexibility and strength conditioning. PLUS, original Lady Southpaw tracks will be released here first.

✓ Love Running More + All Future Courses
✓ Exclusive Pre-Releases of New Tracks
✓ Running Playlist Recommendations (175-190 bpm)
✓ Walking Playlist Recommendations (120-130 bpm)
✓ The Groove Zone Blog
The Groove Zone - Investor Level
$90.00
Every month

Premium level for those who want to give more to help produce and support original audio for walking and running and get more from their fitness goals. Extra features include ONE HOUR CUSTOM playlist per month based on artist preferences, tempo, and individual fitness goal consultation.

✓ All Groove Zone member perks
✓ 1 Custom Playlist per Month (1 hour, any tempo)
✓ 1 Virtual Session Included
✓ Email Training Goal Consultation

Courses

All courses are included in paid Groove Zone memberships. Courses are also available for one time purchases.

If You Want to Love Running - Try This!

The first course offered through Lady Southpaw Moving Music makes the case for what this is all about. Get tips on mindset, technique, an all independent artist playlist, bonus reading list, and an exclusive download of the new original song, “I Am Here Now.”

Part 1: But Why? (This Part is Free)

  1. Hello & Welcome - What to expect from this course.

  2. Tramps Like Us, Baby We Were Born To Run! - Why should you even care about running? Plus a bonus reading list.

  3. DIY, The Indie Music Mindset - Special word about the music, plus a bonus playlist.

  4. Get the Goods - What to expect from the more hands on part of this course

    Part 2: The Goods

  5. Form & Cadence - Form efficiency can help a lot. It’s OK if it’s not perfect, but here are some basic things to keep in mind.

  6. Tips to Love Running More - Some more overall tips to help your running mindset.

  7. I Am Here Now - Available here first. Watch the video, get your own download.

  8. Finding Your Groove - A warm-up that works on music synchronization and tapping into groove.

  9. Next Steps - Where to go from here

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