Playlist Bliss

I've recently (slightly) caught the running bug. While it's still an almost daily struggle to get my ass to the gym, I have been doing well as far as being able to run without my lung plopping onto the floor. December saw me complete my very first 5K & my goal for 2012 is a half-marathon.

That being said, I get the majority of my motivation while actually on the treadmill/road from the very loud ear buds that are connected to my iPhone so I thought I'd share my top beats to beat the pavement to!

There are clearly a ton of run playlists out there so I'll do my best to throw out some different tunes.

1. Glock Nines - Ratatat remix

 
One of my all-time favorites to run to/listen to while driving. The smoother sound coupled with the harsher rhymes helps me keep on trucking. It also has a good rhythm that I like to time my stride with.

2. Shot Clock (Avicii Levels remix) - Aer

I usually play this when I feel like I'm about to quit. It's a quick, fast-paced track & I like to use it as a wrap-up/high-level interval since its only 2 minutes long. Running to this & reminding myself I can drop the pace when it's done gives a great final hoomph to my workout.

2b. Levels - Aviici (Skrillex Remix)

This is another remix of Levels but I use this for my mid-run motivation since its longer & has a relatively steady beat pace to it.

3. Little Talks - Of Monsters & Men

This has pretty much been on repeat in my car, home & workouts. Initially I just enjoyed the band/song but the horns are helpful in keeping me going. Another good one for a steadier, slower pace rather than a speedy interval.

4. Chop Suey - System of a Down

This is one of the heavier metal songs I like to run to & gives you a real 'oomph' push when you're lacking that drive. Good for those speed bursts too.

5. My Delirium - Ladyhawke

Solid song & beat that is a good one for a quick, steady pace.

6. The XX Gon' Give It To You - DMX x The XX mashup

Another one with a smoother melody coupled with harsher rhymes. I loved DMX & just realized he still scares the bajeezus out of me - I would def never want to encounter him in a darkened alley.

So there we have it! A few tracks to get you going. I clearly know nothing about music but I do know these all give me the motivation to get up & get out!