How to make a killer playlist that will motivate you to workout

I don't know about you but my playlist can make or break my workouts. It's all about timing. Your jam can help give you the motivation to carry on when you feel like giving up. Being a DJ and putting together great playlists is easy and fun!

To begin, grab something to got down notes on and write down "your" songs. The list should have lots of different songs and artists. Next, put the songs into categories according to the different types of exercises you do. For example, I like playing pop songs with a easy to understand hook when I'm just focusing on body sculpting and music that is uptempo with a strong backbeat when I do cardio. Last, create a playlist for each type of activity making sure the playlist is long enough for your entire sweat session. Don't forget to add slow songs for your stretch time! Your done! Now, get ready to rock your workout!

Here's a link to my playlist on Spotify. It's for a session that includes both strength training and cardio.

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Does The Music Tempo Matter?

I was listening to a playlist I created on Spotify and I noticed that certain songs made me run faster and even focus more on my workout. As a fitness pro I understand the important role music plays in your fitness. I thought I'd take this post to talk briefly about music.

Have you ever noticed that some songs put you in the zone and you are able to increase the speed on the treadmill or whatever you are doing? Does your favorite fitness class play songs that make you want to work your body harder? This is on purpose. As a instructor I want my music to drive my classes. I want the participants to not only enjoy the class more but when the music tempo is increased the students are choosing to work harder and faster. I'm just there guiding them along but ultimately it's them who choose how hard they want to work. Maybe that's what makes them keep coming back for more?

So maybe the next time you want to get your cardio on skip the NPR and play some sped up Chris Brown.

Here is a playlist I encourage you to play for your next workout: