Running Music: The Perfect Playlist for Your Next Race

Choosing the right music for your next race can make all the difference. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, a good playlist can push you to your limits and keep you motivated. In this article, we explore some of the best songs that can turn up your running game.

Personal Selections and Recommendations

Running enthusiast John shares, 'If you were running in a race this weekend, what two songs would be at the top of your playlist? Probabaly these 2. I had to look up the first song because I had only heard it on the radio. Weather and circumstances influence my song choices.'

Deer Melanie, a former sprinter, recalls, 'I use to run Track Field, I was a sprinter, and these two songs were on my 8 Track music player when I lived in Great Britain. "Stomp" and "You make me wanna wiggle" by The Brothers Johnson.

Other runners like Beatrice have a different taste: 'I don’t have a particular taste in music but when I go for a run or when I have practice, I actually get started with "Lose Yourself" by Eminem, "Crawling" by Linking Park, and "Can't Hold Us" by Macklemore Ryan Lewis.'

Classic Motivators

When it comes to songs that always fire you up, no matter what, the following are consistently mentioned by various runners:

Hang 'Em High - Dropkick Murphys So What - Anti-Nowhere League Captain Kelly's Kitchen - Dropkick Murphys Jesus of Suburbia - Green Day Holiday - Green Day Burn - Dropkick Murphys Barroom Hero - Dropkick Murphys Hardwired - Metallica Out of Our Heads - Dropkick Murphys Kiss Me I'm Shitfaced - Dropkick Murphys King For a Day - Green Day

Modern Hits

Some newer songs also find their place in the running playlists of many runners. For example, Tom mentions, "For some reason Uptown Funk does it for me when I’m working out. A second one would probably be no sleep till Brooklyn."

Alice, who enjoys alternative music, recommends, "I am not generally motivated by songs that are supposed to supposedly make you 'pumped up.' I would play "Outlaw Shit" by Waylon Jennings and "Elephant" by Jason Isbell."

Creating Your Own Playlist

These selections can help you create your own perfect playlist for your next race. Consider mixing classic tunes with modern hits. Don't forget to tailor your playlist to the weather and circumstances. This can help you stay motivated and energized throughout your run.

Whether you're part of a running group, long-distance runner, or just enjoy a good jog, the right music can significantly enhance your running experience. So next time you're training, try some of these songs and see how they make you feel on the road.