Training is not only a physical effort, but also a mental one. One key element that can affect your energy and motivation during workouts is music. The right soundtrack can make your workout more effective and enjoyable. Let’s look at several types of music that are suitable for different types of physical activity.
Music for training: listen and practice
1. Energetic rock:
• “Eye of the Tiger” – Survivor
• “We Will Rock You” – Queen
• “Thunderstruck” – AC/DC
• “Lose Yourself” – Eminem
Rock music, filled with the power of guitars and dynamic rhythm, is ideal for cardio training and lifting the overall mood.
2. Electronic music:
• “Titanium” – David Guetta ft. Sia
• “On The Floor” – Jennifer Lopez ft. Pitbull
• “Wake Me Up” – Avicii
• “Clarity” – Zedd ft. Foxes
Electronic tracks with catchy melodies and dynamic beats are great for cardio and high-intensity workouts.
3. Hip-hop and Rap:
• “Sicko Mode” – Travis Scott
• “Can’t Stop The Feeling!” – Justin Timberlake
• “HUMBLE.” – Kendrick Lamar
• “Power” – Kanye West
Hip-hop and rap provide powerful bass and confident rhythms to stimulate your strength training.
4. Music for training: songs and popular hits:
• “Shape of You” – Ed Sheeran
• “Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
• “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
• “Dance Monkey” – Tones and I
Popular hits with positive mood and cheerful melodies will lift your spirits during training.
5. Classic:
• “O Fortuna” – Carl Orff
• “In the Hall of the Mountain King” – Edvard Grieg
• “Ride of the Valkyries” – Richard Wagner
• “1812 Overture” – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Classical music can be inspiring for exercise, especially yoga or running.
6. Indie pop:
• “Take a Walk” – Passion Pit
• “Shut Up and Dance” – WALK THE MOON
• “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster The People
• “Dog Days Are Over” – Florence + The Machine
Indie pop offers light, upbeat tunes that are perfect for a variety of workouts, from gym classes to yoga.
Workout music for girls
Here are a few tracks from different genres that can be motivating and suitable for training girls:
1. Pop:
• “Stronger” – Britney Spears
• “Roar” – Katy Perry
• “Confident” – Demi Lovato
• “Fighter” – Christina Aguilera
2. Electro-pop:
• “Don’t Start Now” – Dua Lipa
• “Levitating” – Dua Lipa ft. DaBaby
• “Physical” – Olivia Newton-John (Dua Lipa Remix)
• “Break My Heart” – Dua Lipa
3. Hip-hop and R&B:
• “7/11” – Beyoncé
• “Finesse” – Bruno Mars ft. Cardi B
• “Run the World (Girls)” – Beyoncé
• “Savage Remix” – Megan Thee Stallion ft. Beyoncé
4. Latin:
• “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” – Shakira
• “Bailando” – Enrique Iglesias ft. Gente de Zona, Descemer Bueno
• “Tusa” – Karol G, Nicki Minaj
• “Me Gusta” – Shakira ft. Anuel A.A.
5. Indie Pop and Alternative:
• “Dog Days Are Over” – Florence + The Machine
• “Shut Up and Dance” – WALK THE MOON
• “Don’t Stop” – 5 Seconds of Summer
• “Pumped Up Kicks” – Foster The People
6. Rock:
• “Misery Business” – Paramore
• “I Love It” – Icona Pop ft. Charli XCX
• “Just a Girl” – No Doubt
• “Raise Your Glass” – P!nk
Choose tracks based on your mood, type of workout, and goals. Music can be a powerful stimulant, making your workouts more effective and fun. Enjoy the music and reach new heights in your workouts!