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Your 5K Playlist: 10.5-Minute Mile

Anyone who runs a 10.5-minute mile needs to listen to this new 5K playlist on her next run.

Anyone who runs a 10.5-minute mile needs to listen to this new 5K playlist on her next run. There's a little something for every runner's needs in this perfect blend of rock, pop, and soul. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, then keep reading for the full list of songs.

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Your Half-Marathon Playlist: 10-Minute Mile

Thinking about running a half marathon soon?

Thinking about running a half marathon soon? A solid training plan is necessary — and so are some quality tunes to keep you motivated. This half-marathon playlist clocks in at just under two and a half hours, perfect for someone who runs a 10-minute mile. Subscribe to the playlist so you have it with you on your run, then keep reading to see the songs on the list.

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Your 5K Playlist: 12-Minute Mile

Running a 5K anytime soon?

Running a 5K anytime soon? Let this upbeat playlist serve as the soundtrack to your race. Every song in this mix is the perfect speed for your needs, so if you run a 12-minute mile, you won't need to shuffle through your iPod or switch tracks in the middle of your run. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, then keep reading for the full list of fun tunes.

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Home Workout Help: 20 Minutes to Tank Top Arms

Take the guesswork out of your home fitness routine with a quick and effective workout.

Take the guesswork out of your home fitness routine with a quick and effective workout. This high-energy session focuses on building strong arms, and its fast pace will keep you engaged, helping the time fly by. Turn on the accompanying Spotify playlist, grab a pair of light dumbbells, and a yoga or Pilates mat, and get ready to move. Keep reading for the full workout, plus the playlist.

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The Soundtrack For Your Next 5K

The right music can make or break your run.
Best 5K Playlists

The right music can make or break your run. Instead of heading out on a run and having to shuffle through your music constantly, check out these playlists, all organized by the BPM (beats per minute) of each song. Now you'll be able to pick out a mix that's tailored to your mile time. Keep clicking for the perfect playlist to motivate you during your next 5K.

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Your 5K Playlist: 11-Minute Mile

Whether you're prepping for a 5K or you're ready for race day, this playlist will help you rock out on your run and keep motivated.

Whether you're prepping for a 5K or you're ready for race day, this playlist will help you rock out on your run and keep motivated. Each song 140 bpm — the perfect tempo to achieve a 11-minute mile. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, then keep reading for the full track list.

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Pump-Up Playlist: 2013 Coachella Artists

Even if you won't be in the sea of humans at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival this year, bring the spirit of the festival to your next workout!

Even if you won't be in the sea of humans at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival this year, bring the spirit of the festival to your next workout! Here are 20 upbeat tunes from some of the talented artists taking the Coachella stage, which will help keep you feeling motivated from your warmup all the way through your cooldown. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist and keep reading for the full list of songs.

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Beginner-Friendly Workout: Running Intervals Playlist

Interval training is an ideal technique for new runners.

Interval training is an ideal technique for new runners. It builds stamina, improves confidence, and promotes healthy weight loss to boot! This beginner-friendly 35-minute workout alternates between periods of running and walking, and it comes with an uplifting playlist to add enthusiasm to every step. Be sure to get in an active warmup to loosen up your body, and then get ready to run! You'll kick off the run strong with a fast-paced U2 tune, then you'll go for a brisk walk with Rihanna.

Keep reading for the rest of the 10 tunes plus the Spotify playlist.

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Salute the Sun With a Morning Yoga Playlist

Starting a day with 20 minutes of Sun Salutations makes a big difference in how you look at the world around you.

Starting a day with 20 minutes of Sun Salutations makes a big difference in how you look at the world around you. If your morning yoga practice is feeling a little tired — or, like me, you've literally fallen asleep on your mat — then try out these tunes to see if something new will work.

If you need a refresher, then find out how to do a Sun Salutation A sequence here or a Sun Salutation B here. Once you've got the basics down, subscribe to our Spotify playlist, then keep reading to see all 10 tracks.

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Pedal Through the Playlist: 40-Minute Elliptical Plan

Moving at one steady pace on a the elliptical trainer gets boring quickly.

Moving at one steady pace on a the elliptical trainer gets boring quickly. Mix things up with this tough elliptical workout that changes with the music.

Unless otherwise noted, pedal forward (normally) during each song. During three songs (noted below), you'll slow down, quickly change directions, and start pedaling backward. Not only will this keep you engaged with the workout, but it will also challenge different muscles in your legs and glutes. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist so you can have it with you at the gym, and then keep reading for the full 40-minute workout.