Music can make starting easier, but it should not hide pain or push every run harder. Leave some energy for the next session.
Start with ten minutes or two sessions a week.
Keep most beginner running conversational.
Stop for pain, dizziness, or unusual breathlessness.
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Usually not. Recovery matters. Begin with a frequency that fits your life and lets soreness settle.
It can change perceived effort. Never use it to ignore pain, dizziness, or other warning signs.