I’m a huge proponent of using music in your workouts to help get you going. Even on my most low energy, depressed days, when I’m literally dragging myself to the gym or park with a head full of self-talk like, “Just WALK for 15 minutes- you don’t have to run or lift weights.” If, when I get there, I put my ipod on, after a few minutes, I can’t help but start running or working out harder. Like music magic.
Lyrics, tempo, beat, and rhythm get me in the mood to work out. I like booty-shakin’ music, R&B, Christian Pop, and a little rock-n-roll. Below are the top 60 songs currently on my “Work Out” Playlist.
To get me moving or start the workout I love to hear “Good Morning” by Mandisa & Toby Mac.
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If you’re working out some emotional stuff, going through a heartbreak, or life is just generally shitty, here are a few songs to give you some encouragement.
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Ready to cool down and stretch? “You & I” by Lada GaGa starts with a great slower tempo.
Thank you so much for sharing this list!!!
I find music really helps me move as well and like you I also like booty shaking music. To be honest, I've been slacking a little lately and am thinking I will download the songs on this list that I don't have and create a workout list to move to.
Thank you for the motivation, from both me and my favorite jogging partner (my dog).
I love running with dogs! Booty shakers unite! 🙂
I have become a Pandora addict when working out. I have several different stations that I alter between to keep me motivated. My current favorite is the workout power hits. Its a fun mix of old school and new songs.
I hear Pandora is great.
Great list! One of my favorites, ESPECIALLY on cardio days is Eminem's 'Till I Collapse. The lyrics keep me going when I want to stop. 😛 "'Cause sometimes you just feel tired, Feel weak, and when you feel weak, you feel like you wanna just give up. But you gotta search within you, you gotta find that inner strength And just pull that sh*t out of you and get that motivation to not give up And not be a quitter, no matter how bad you wanna just fall flat on your face and collapse."
Love those lyrics- perfect for working out!
Another good Eminem that makes you wanna work them glutes is "a** like that" definitely makes you wanna dance & move!!
Other than the Adele songs on your list, u have the same songs/albums as me (I have a lot of fall out boy tho -my fav when running). Great playlist!
Love this list Megan! I love to end a really tough workout with stretching to Damn It Feels Good to Be a Gangster but he Geto Boys 😉 And I'm really loving Katy Perry's new song Roar for running to
oh yeah, Roar is awesome!
Thanks for sharing Megan! I plan to get back into a routine of walking/running on my treadmill or riding my bike. This is fantastic!!
Music helps for sure!
Great list! My favorite workout song is "All I Do Is Win" DJ Khaled. I always feel like a bad a$$ when it comes on my iPod.
You should feel like a badass when you're working out! Strong!
LOVE LOVE LOVE this list!
So I went ahead and made this into a playlist on Spotify if anyone's interested…
http://open.spotify.com/user/rach1227/playlist/1cQSZxMkkE99HL3jjYe1RX
This is a great list!!
I think i must try to listen that song. Thanks
Thanks for a list of great ideas! My current favorites are "Love Me Again" by John Newman and "Wake Me Up" by Avicii. I found your blog a few months ago and thanks to your recommendation, I'm halfway through Jamie Eason's program. I've always worked out and been at a healthy weight but now everything feels so "tight" and toned! Thanks for all the info:)
Thanks for your blog, I am excited to dive into it a little more! Keep up the great work – you look amazing!
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Thanks for the list of songs. Thanks
Thank you for sharing MEGAN.
Of course!
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