Ultimate Workout Playlist (60 Songs)

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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When it’s time to lift heavy weights on squats, Sober” by Pink is great because it’s a little slower (which is how I like to do squats, and I feel like it makes me dig deep).
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In the groove and feeling good?

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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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Overcomer” by Mandisa (I added the lyrics to the whole song because it’s so perfect.)

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Ready to cool down and stretch?  You & I” by Lada GaGa starts with a great slower tempo.

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Let’s share.  What are your favorite songs to workout to?  
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Hi! I’m Megan, mom to a thoughtful teenager and spunky young girl. We call Houston home and recently moved into our dream home. I traded my lawyer hat to become a full-time blogger in 2010. I love sharing my passion for affordable fashion, home decor, organization, & fitness to help inspire you to take care of you!

26 Comments

  1. 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).

  2. 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."

  3. 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

  4. 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:)

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