workout music

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.

The right soundtrack keeps you motivated during any race. If you currently run an eight-minute mile, each of these tunes is the perfect pace — 170 bpm — to help you keep time during your next 5K. The indie-heavy playlist also offers a taste of rap and classic rock, but the most important thing is that every pick is powerful and upbeat. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, then keep reading for the full list of tracks.

If you've officially taken your workout outdoors or your gym mix needs a refresh, this playlist of freshly picked tunes will inspire you to sweat with a smile. Subscribe to this 50-minute Spotify playlist and then keep reading for the full track list.

The right music can be a great way to motivate during a tough run. If you average a 10-minute mile and are prepping for a 5K, this playlist is the perfect speed to help hit your goal. If you like upbeat, hard-hitting rock anthems while working out, you'll love this mix. Make sure to subscribe to the Spotify playlist, and keep reading for the full track list.

By the end of a long workday, sometimes the only thing that sounds good is going home to snooze. Hitting up the gym in the middle of the day is a great way to make sure you stick to your workouts. Since this beginner-friendly treadmill plan is only 20 minutes long, you don't have to worry about being away from your desk and missing any important emails. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, then learn the speed for each track after the break.

Whether you're prepping for a 5K or you're ready for race day, this playlist will help keep you motivated and moving. Each song is the perfect tempo to achieve a nine-minute mile, offering a little bit of rock and a whole lot of pop. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist and keep reading for the full track list.

Pick up the pace of a weekend workout with our Grammy-nominees playlist! All 14 of these upbeat tracks come from some of the most popular artists nominated for a Grammy Award this year. Prep for the big event by getting familiar with these tunes, while also bringing a little musical motivation to your next gym session. Subscribe to our Spotify playlist, and get moving!

1. "Let's Go" — Calvin Harris, Ne-Yo
2. "Lonely Boy" — The Black Keys
3. "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" — Kelly Clarkson
4. "Call Me Maybe" — Carly Rae Jepsen
5. "Sexy and I Know It" — LMFAO
6. "Bangarang" — Skrillex, Sirah
7. "Charlie Brown" — Coldplay
8. "Where Have You Been" — Rihanna
9. "Levels" — Avicii
10. "Don't Wake Me Up" — Chris Brown
11. "I Will Wait" — Mumford & Sons
12. "Payphone" — Maroon 5, Wiz Khalifa
13. "No Church in the Wild" — Jay-Z, Kanye West, Frank Ocean
14. "Madness" — Muse

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, there's no better time to bring a loving vibe to your workout. Consider this our early Valentine to you! Slow love songs may put you to sleep, but these powerful, pumped-up jams are a collection of love songs that will keep you connected to your workout with a smile on your face.

Keep reading for the full track list plus the Spotify playlist.

Many think upbeat pop tunes are the secret to a successful run. But for me, there's nothing I love more than being able to run to the music I listen to outside of the gym. I'm a huge fan of hard-hitting rock anthems from Jack White and Bloc Party, and after checking out Delta Spirit at a music festival, I was hooked. The band's song "Money Saves" came on from a random shuffle and helped me push through to the next mile with a big smile! Coming up with a strong playlist can be a bit of a hassle, but with a little research and experimentation, you can bring a whole new vibe to your running routine. If you love rock, here's a playlist of fast, fun indie tunes with an electric twist to get you running now.

Keep reading to listen to them all on our brand-new Spotify playlist.