Music Monday

Music Monday: Sharing the Love With Mom

May 14, 2012 at 11:34 am
By Samantha Shelton

Even though Mother’s Day has passed, we couldn’t help but continue spreading the love. After all, they watch over us for years, even after we’ve grown and left the nest! So for those of you looking for a little more inspiration, whether you’re remembering your mom, spending the day with her, or a mom yourself, download any of these songs for an instant boost of mom mojo.

• “Simple Man,” Lynyrd Skynyrd
• “Mama’s Song,” Carrie Underwood
• “Daughters,” John Mayer
• “You’ll Be In My Heart,” Phil Collins
• “Hey Mama,” Kanye West
• “The Perfect Fan,” Backstreet Boys
• “My Wish,” Rascal Flatts
• “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” Guns N’ Roses
• “I’ll Always Love My Mama,” The Intruders
• “Don’t Forget to Remember Me,” Carrie Underwood

Now tell us: How did you celebrate Mother’s Day?

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Music Monday: Catchy Country Playlist

April 23, 2012 at 9:49 am
By Karla Walsh

Country music is definitely having a moment. From Taylor Swift winning big at the Grammys to the ever-present “Red Solo Cup,” fans are dancing in their cowboy boots—or sneakers! So we asked the folks organizing the music for this weekend’s St. Jude Country Music Marathon in Nashville to share a playlist of greatest hits. Download the following songs to get a taste of some of the 50 artists who will be performing at the event, as well as the music that will pump up the runners (including our own editorial assistant Samantha, who’s tackling the half!).

• “Save a Horse,” Big & Rich
• “It’s America,” Rodney Atkins
• “Wild at Heart,” Gloriana
• “Blue Suede Shoes,” Elvis
• “Walkin’ in Memphis,” Various Artists
• “Holding Out for a Hero,” Footloose
• “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” Jo Dee Messina
• “Cowboy Up and Party Down,” Darren Warren
• “For the Kids,” John Rich

Now tell us: What genre of music pumps you up the most during your workouts?

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Music Monday: The Push Your Pace Playlist

April 16, 2012 at 11:13 am
By Karla Walsh

Yesterday in Central Park, nearly 10,000 women laced up their sneakers for the MORE/FITNESS Half-Marathon. The weather was wonderful and the cheering crowds were inspiring, but sometimes you need just a little additional help to push you through those last challenging few miles. Download these songs, which helped us pick up the pace during the last stretch of the race, and add them to your next workout playlist! Nothing feels better than finishing strong.

• “Brokenhearted,” Karmin
• “Wavin’ Flag,” K’naan
• “Indestructible,” Robyn
• “I’m a Machine,” David Guetta, featuring Crystal Nicole
• “My Body,” Young the Giant
• “Get Yourself Back Home,” Gym Class Heroes
• “Lights (Bassnectar Remix),” Ellie Goulding
• “Countdown,” Beyonce
• “All I Need,” Natasha Bedingfield, featuring Kevin Rudolf

Now tell us: What motivates you to give it your all at the end of a workout?

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Music Monday: Soffe’s Spring Tone-It-Up Playlist

April 9, 2012 at 1:34 pm
By Marla Horenbein

With spring in full swing, its time to get serious about toning up for summer—only 11 weeks to go! Our friends over at Soffe have created an awesome playlist to get you in the mood to hit the weights, ride your bike, or even take an afternoon jog around the block. So throw on your brightest workout clothes (we like these shorts paired with this top), your funkiest sneakers, and get your workout on!

• “We Are Young,” Fun. featuring Janelle Monae
• “Here It Goes Again,” OK Go
• “Kids in America,” The Muffs
• “Comeback Kid,” Sleigh Bells
• “Ritual Union,” Little Dragon
• “Do it Again,” Holy Ghost
• “Helena Beat,” Foster the People
• “Party Rock Anthem,” LMFAO
• “Turn Me On,” David Guetta, featuring Nicki Minaj
• “Young, Wild & Free,” Snoop Dogg & Wiz Khalifa featuring Bruno Mars

More from FITNESS:

• The Best Summer Running Gear
• Workout Jams for Summer
• Love Your Warm-Weather Workout: 10 Motivation Tricks

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Music Monday: The ‘Trick Your Body’ Playlist

April 2, 2012 at 11:00 am
By Samantha Shelton

April Fool’s Day has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean we’re done playing pranks yet. Instead of pulling harmless jokes on others though, try fooling yourself. Flywheel Sports cycling instructor Aleah Stander designed this hot playlist for us – every beat’s there to trick your body into working harder! Now that’s a game we don’t mind playing.

• “Glad You Came,” The Wanted
• “Ni**as in Paris” – Kanye West and Jay-Z
• “Cough Syrup,” Young the Giant
• “Feel So Close,” Calvin Harris
• “Name,” Goo Goo Dolls
• “Starships,” Nicki Minaj
• “This Isn’t Everything You Are,” Snow Patrol
• “Written in the Stars,” Tinie Tempah, feat. Eric Turner
• “Thnks Fr Th Mmrs,” Fall Out Boy
• “Turn up the Music,” Chris Brown

Now tell us: What songs make you work harder without realizing it?

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Music Monday: Party Like It’s Your Birthday Playlist!

March 26, 2012 at 4:54 pm
By Jenna Autuori

Last week I had my birthday bash at my home away from home, SoulCycle—let’s just say I’m totally embracing the new party workout trend that’s taking place all over Manhattan (check it out HERE!). When fitness and working out is your lifestyle like it is mine, sitting bar side at your fave restaurant just doesn’t do it anymore—plus how many times can we do the same thing year after year? That’s why front row seats at my favorite Danny Kopel Thursday evening class was a must-do to celebrate none other than the day I was born. Tap backs, push-ups and a little choreography mixed into it, having my birthday party at SoulCycle was sort of like a no-brainer. When a spinning studio IS the party, that’s where I want to be.

Instead of downing an insane amount of cocktail calories, my best friends and I sweated out hundreds each—and we had just as much fun doing it too. (This class was extra special indeed as we were also celebrating the birthday of late Clare Veronica Walsh, a SoulCycle instructor and friend who passed away late last year. We miss you!)

Party workouts are here to stay and if your class or favorite studio doesn’t put on the show, bring your friends, wear a tiara and sweat your birthday away with your favorite people anyway!

Check out this awesome playlist from SoulCycle instructor, Danny Kopel.

• “Going Through Hell (Diplo Remix),” The Streets
• “Cooler Couleur,” Crookers, featuring Yelle
• “Domino (Johnny Mac Remix),” Jessie J
• “Dance,” Scratch Missive
• “Born This Way (Zedd Remix),” Lady Gaga
• “The Main Attraction,” A Race of Angels
• “You’ve Got the Love (XX Remix),” Florence & the Machine
• “Feel So Close (Benny Benassi Remix),” Calvin Harris

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Music Monday: Our Hunger Games Soundtrack!

March 19, 2012 at 9:40 am
By Karla Walsh

Just like much of the rest of the country, we are caught up in The Hunger Games hoopla. The books kept us riveted, and they earn bonus points for having so many fitness-related angles. The running! The climbing! The swimming! That’s why we decided to declare this “Hunger Games Week” here on The Fit Stop. We’ll have at least one HG post daily to help you prepare for the big premiere on Friday.

To kick things off, we crafted a #MusicMonday playlist full of songs inspired by the sure-to-be-hit film. Sure, there’s an official soundtrack for the movie, but we’re partial to this eclectic mix of gym-ready tracks that will inspire you to get into tribute shape.

• “Hungry Like the Wolf,” Duran Duran
• “Survivor,” Destiny’s Child
• “The Ruler and the Killer,” Kid Cudi
• “Let the Flames Begin,” Paramore
• “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart),” Backstreet Boys
• “Hungry Heart,” Bruce Springsteen
• “Set Fire to the Rain,” Adele
• “Uprising,” Muse
• “Heartbeat,” The Fray
• “LoveGame,” Lady Gaga
• “Safe & Sound,” Taylor Swift, featuring The Civil Wars

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Now tell us: What songs remind you of The Hunger Games?

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Music Monday: Feeling Lucky

March 12, 2012 at 4:16 pm
By Karla Walsh

St. Patrick’s Day is in less than one week, and we’re feeling lucky to have an early dose of spring weather. Perfect to enjoy during outdoor workouts (maybe even after work with the extra evening light?)! In honor of the holiday coming up this weekend, we’re listening to these rocking tracks performed by Irish bands or related to the 17th.

• “Pride (In the Name of Love),” U2
• “Lucky Star,” Madonna
• “Superstition,” Stevie Wonder
• “Holiday (Live),” Green Day
• “Pot of Gold,” Game, featuring Chris Brown
• “Lucky,” Britney Spears
• “Pocketful of Sunshine,” Natasha Bedingfield
• “Wildflower,” Cee Lo Green
• “Gold Digger,” Kanye West
• “Breathless,” The Coors

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Now tell us: What is making you feel the grateful and lucky today?

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Music Monday: Bring On Spring

March 5, 2012 at 1:31 pm
By Karla Walsh

True, this winter has been surprisingly mild for most of America. Yet we’re still excited to spring forward this Sunday and score some more afternoon sunshine for post-work workouts! To celebrate, we’re downloading this warm weather-inspired playlist which will act as a soundtrack for our outdoor fitness activities this season:

• “Soak Up the Sun,” Sheryl Crow
• “Paradise,” Coldplay
• “Here Comes the Sun,” The Beatles
• “Beautiful Day,” U2
• “Walkin’ On the Sun,” Smash Mouth
• “California Gurls,” Katy Perry, featuring Snoop Dogg
• “Halo/Walking on Sunshine,” Glee Cast
• “Summer Love,” Justin Timberlake
• “Escapade,” Janet Jackson
• “The Sun Will Rise,” Kelly Clarkson

Now tell us: What songs automatically put you in a sunny mood?

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Music Monday: The Super-Motivating Playlist

February 27, 2012 at 10:24 am
By Karla Walsh

Ever have one of those days when you just don’t feel like working out? You’re not the only one. So we asked Laurel House, the QuickieChick, what she does to stay motivated and we loved her idea so much we had to share! “I challenge myself to run for one song. Almost every time, that song turns into two, oftentimes three. The other day it was seven!” House says.

The key to crafting a killer playlist? Find songs that you enjoy and make sure they play back-to-back so you don’t get sidetracked, House suggests. Here are some of her all-time favorites:

• “Dirty Little Secret,” The All-American Rejects
• “Womanizer,” Britney Spears
• “Naughty Girl,” Beyonce
• “Push It,” Salt-N-Pepa
• “Pray for You,” Jaron and the Long Road to Love
• “Stronger,” Kanye West
• “Rhythm Nation,” Janet Jackson
• “Down on Me,” Jeremih, featuring 50 Cent
• “Whole Foods Parking Lot,” DJDave
• “Set Fire to the Rain,” Adele

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Now tell us: What gets you up and moving on those “I’m too tired” or “I’m too busy” days?

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