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1. mamawoman
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   Hey, anyone out there have some good music suggestions for running?

   Posted 8 months ago #

2. revelation777
   Member

   My wife and I like to listen to Linkin Park, Red, Disciple, and Pillar. Pretty much your heavier songs will get you a good rhythm too run to.

   Posted 8 months ago #

3. luluorange
   Member

   Music taste ranges widely, but I tend to go with the electric/trence DJ mix type of music.
   My "running" playlist on ipod consist of some of those music as well as the alternative rock that has strong beat. When the music is right and you marry it with your steps in rhythm, it's a beautiful thing!! :)

   Of course, don't forget to have some beautiful slow jams for cool down and stretching.

   Posted 8 months ago #

4. freezedriedhippi
   Member

   When I need to catch my second wind I tune into "Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith, "Lets Get It Up" by AC/DC, or "Turn the Page" Bob Seger.

   Posted 8 months ago #

5. warbles64
   Member

   If you're an iTunes fan then checkout the podcasts. There are several good workout podcasts; one of my personal favorites is Podrunner because it has mixes already set to several beats per minute. I have heard that one doesn't need an iPod to download podcasts.

   Anything with a good beat and, or gets your emotions going will work according to your particular music genres.

   Posted 8 months ago #

6. cbanks8
   Member

   Music is crucial for me...I can't run without it!
   Right now my favorite running songs are:
   Butterflies and Hurricanes by Muse
   Supermassive Black Holes, also by Muse (I like all of their music, but I think they have some great faster paced songs that are great for running)
   Remember the Name by Fort Minor

   Also, if you like house/techno, try
   Rise Up by Yves Larock
   Love is Gone by David Guetta and Chris Wills
   And, always a classic, Kernkraft 400 by Zombie Nation

   Enjoy :)

   Posted 7 months ago #

7. jjanae
   Member

   I enjoy AFI, The Used, Anberlin and anything else with a strong beat. I find that I listen to a different kind of music when I run than when I just want to listen to music.

   Posted 6 months ago #

8. leanlegs
   Member

   I love all kinds of music, but Daft Punk really gets me going when I am running! Even when I might think of slowing down a bit....it has really an upbeat edge that pushes you through!!!!
   Love it!

   Posted 6 months ago #

9. fayezie
   Member

   Black Eyed Peas are great for running... (in my humble opinion)

   Posted 6 months ago #

10. slatz
    Member

    The primary thing I run to is covers of songs done by pop-punk bands. Not only is it good for a quick pace, it's hard not to keep a smile on your face because the music is kind of silly.

    Posted 6 months ago #

11. mickieblueeyes
    Member

    Sunday I put in AC/DC Live at Donington dvd cranked the volume and did five miles on the treadmill. It was awesome. The time went by fast, and I just imagined I was dancing at the concert instead of running.

    Posted 5 months ago #

12. vealaw1
    Member

    The Rocky Soundtrack is a great one - you just picture him running up those stairs...that'll get you going.

    Posted 5 months ago #

13. rugman
    Member

    Music you can get into:
    Mephisto Oddessy
    The Crystal Method
    Rage Against The Machine

    Posted 5 months ago #

14. train4gain
    Member

    It's been my experience that any music that makes you want to drive fast will work.

    Posted 5 months ago #

15. firstimer
    Member

    I just found a great group. I'd list them under Christian Rock. Look up BarlowGirl. MillionVoices is a great running song. Not sure where they got the name BarlowGirl, but they have great songs for running or any exercise for that matter.

    Posted 4 months ago #

16. RayZorback
    Member

    My wife LOVES Barlow Girl. I think they are pretty good too.

    When I run, I listen to talk radio/pod casts, business speakers, books or nothing at all. When I stretch I listen to music that "pumps me up" and gets me ready. I love instrumental music from movies like The Last Samurai. It is perfect for stretching. Then I like some electronic stuff that starts slow and gets me going.

    I used to listen to Podrunner while I run (1 hour of free running music every week!). I LOVE that podcasts!

    This is only because I'm training for a marathon and I'm afraid of becoming dependent on the music, so I try to listen to things that make me think or I just listen to the rhythm of my breathing and try to get lost in thought.

    Anyone else concerned about the dependence on music? I'm training for my first one and I want my training to mimic the race as much as possible. Personal pref.

    Posted 4 months ago #

17. abigators
    Member

    I suggest the Transformers Soundtrack! It is very good running music because most of the songs stay at a good tempo and they are longer.

    Posted 4 months ago #

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