Why Should I Exercise with Music?

During a workout, the right music is like a workout buddy, supporting you with its rhythm so you don't stop and keep going. The right beats can make us move faster, give more, and keep our enthusiasm high. Studies have proven the positive impact of music on performance and psychology during exercise, making it an essential companion for every workout session.

• Choose Favorite Songs: Create a playlist with the songs you truly love, regardless of the music genre. The love for a song enhances our performance during exercise.

• Focus on Positive Lyrics: Choose songs with optimistic and lively lyrics that boost your positive mood and increase your effort during the workout.

Ideal Pace for Every Workout!

Try matching the pace of the music, i.e., beats per minute (BPM), with your stride or the frequency at which your foot hits the ground. 

• Below 120 BPM:

1. Ideal for warm-up and easy recovery runs
2. Keep heart rate and pace under control
3. Suitable for relaxation after running, aiding in the reduction of blood pressure and heart rate

• 120–140 BPM:

1. Ideal for long runs and general training
2. Help maintain or increase pace without extreme intensity

• Above 140 BPM:

1. Ideal for intensive training programs
2. Suitable for race days and speed workouts
3. Provide a boost during intense exercise

Yes, but what should I listen to eventually?

Below we suggest some playlists depending on the intensity of your workout.

Light Running & Warm-Up:

• Californication – Red Hot Chili Peppers (100 BPM)
• Get Busy – Sean Paul (100 BPM)
• Lust for Life – Iggy Pop (102 BPM)
• AA – Walker Hayes (104 BPM)
• Numb/Encore – Jay Z and Linkin Park (107 BPM)
• Eye of the Tiger – Survivor (109 BPM)
• Another One Bites the Dust – Queen (110 BPM)
• Grenade – Bruno Mars (110 BPM)
• Walking on Sunshine – Katrina and the Waves (110 BPM)
• Toxicity – System Of A Down (112 BPM)
• Gimme More – Britney Spears (113 BPM)
• Strong – Kelly Clarkson (116 BPM)
• Run Like Hell – Pink Floyd (117 BPM)
• Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey (119 BPM)
• It’s My Life – Bon Jovi (120 BPM)
• Don’t Stop the Music – Rihanna (123 BPM)
• Wake Me Up – Avicii – (124 BPM)
• Raise Your Glass – P!nk (125 BPM)
• Run The World (Girls) – Beyonce (125 BPM)
• Bad Habits – Ed Sheeran (125 BPM)

Sprints and High-Intensity Training:

• Applause – Lady Gaga (140 BPM)
• You Really Got Me – Van Halen (140 BPM)
• Shook Me All Night Long – Rockin Times (141 BPM)
• Shivers – Ed Sheeran (141 BPM)
• What a Girl Wants – Christina Aguilera (142 BPM)
• Toxic – Britney Spears (143 BPM)
• Brightside – The Killers (148 BPM)
• Bang Bang – Ariana Grande, Jessie J & Nicki Minaj (150 BPM)
• Thnks fr the Mmrs – Fall Out Boy (155 BPM)
• Everlong – Foo Fighters (155 BPM)

You can find endless combinations of songs for every type of workout, but you can also create your own! Don't be afraid to experiment! Sky is the limit!

One thing is certain, no matter what kind of music you listen to, choose a pair of headphones that feel comfortable, are sweat-resistant, and have satisfactory volume, or an mp3 player to exercise without distractions.