The right tunes can significantly enhance your workout by energizing and motivating you. Below is a list of songs to help you create the perfect exercise playlist.
If you like 2000s pop music (or, really, any pop music at all), Britney Spears’ “Stronger” is a great addition to your workout playlist. It has an upbeat tempo between 120-140 beats per minute (BPM) and an empowering message about resilience and self-improvement.
For those who love heavy metal and classic rock, “Thunderstruck” is the ultimate starting point for your playlist. With its blazing tempo of around 132 BPM, the song is designed to get your heart rate up and increase your energy levels. The electrifying solo in the middle of the song adds a distinct element of excitement.
For hip-hop and rap enthusiasts, “Bikini Bottom” is a must-add to your workout playlist. This song, with its assertive vibe, will push you to your limits. The rapid pace of 160 BPM can significantly elevate your heart rate, enhancing the intensity of your workout.
Reggaeton lovers can’t get enough of Bad Bunny. His song “Monaco” is a top choice for any workout playlist. Though it has a more moderate tempo at 110 BPM, the song has pulsating beats that encourage movement.
“Break My Soul” falls into the R&B and electronic music genres. Landing at 120 BPM, it will naturally raise your heart rate. Its classic house beats and empowering lyrics can keep you motivated throughout your workout.
If metalcore and post-hardcore appeal to you, then “Enter Shikari” is an excellent choice for your exercise playlist. This song is terrific for workouts that vary in intensity because it transitions from sections that exceed 150 BPM to slower breakdowns that give high-energy boosts but also allow for recovery.
‘Pumpin Blood’ (The Chainsmokers Remix) by Nonono
Do you love indie pop? A perfect song for your playlist is “Pumpin Blood” (The Chainsmokers Remix) by Nonono. The remix is 128 BPM, thanks to its electro-house beat, encouraging you to move your body.