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Music Monday: An Upbeat Treadmill-Ready Mix

Written on February 20, 2012 at 10:37 am , by

When our playlists are feeling a bit stale, we turn to Deekron, also known as The Fitness DJ, to help us switch things up. He’s been a friend of FITNESS for years, but word is getting out—he was recently nominated for a Shorty Award (which honors the best in social media) and his recent Treadmill Coach workout album climbed to #3 on the iTunes charts in the Fitness and Workout category!

These songs can help your power through your next workout. (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

We challenged Deekron to put together a fun, 30-minute playlist of uptempo songs from different genres. And he delivered! His ”Run Around” mix, which he created exclusively for FITNESS readers, would be the ideal soundtrack for your next run, gym trip or dance session.

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#140Wednesdays: What’s Your Favorite Song on Your Workout Mix?

Written on February 15, 2012 at 4:30 pm , by

The right songs are the best way to switch up a stale routine. (Photo courtesy of Peter Ardito)

You already know that doing the same moves over and over will cause you to hit a weight loss plateau, but did you know the same is true with your choice of tunes? Running, biking, or doing anything with the same playlist on repeat can cause you to go into autopilot, meaning your not pushing yourself at every workout.

Update your iPod with the help of our readers, who gave us their favorite firm and burn beats.

@onebabs1: I Got It From My Mama—Will.I.Am

@Hungry_Runner: A dance remix of Skyscraper by Demi Lovato. Those lyrics with a pumped up beat can make anyone feel unstoppable.

@aizahabban: You Can Be the One—Late Night Alumni

@dani4nier: Breakin’ a Sweat—Skrillex

@jsalomonsson: Levels—Avicii

@Tosh_74: Good Feeling by Flo Rida and Enter Sandman by Metallica

@lkhattendorf: Live Like We’re Dying by Kris Allen. Fast tempo and makes you think about what’s important. Perfect for a workout!

@KayRVaz: Good Good Night—Roscoe Dash

@DrSomji: El Camino by The Black Keys for running!

@NATAgneiD: Where Have You Been by Rihanna. Gets me pumping!

@Randilizm: Drop It Low—Kat DeLuna

Now tell us: What’s your favorite song to work out to lately?

Music Monday: Love Songs That Will Make You Want to Dance

Written on February 6, 2012 at 12:31 pm , by

Kisses are sweet, but so is a new playlist! Load this one up for the one you love. (Photo by Peter Ardito)

With the most lovable of all holidays just over one week away, you’re probably already getting bored with the traditional love songs. We have just the fix: A fun, upbeat playlist with all the same sentiments, but with way more fun beats! Whether you use this as a soundtrack for your next gym workout or as background music for your Valentine’s Day dance party, these 10 songs—both classic and contemporary—will get your heart pumping a bit faster.

 Now tell us: What’s your favorite love song?

Music Monday: Your Super Bowl Playlist

Written on January 30, 2012 at 10:02 am , by

Don't let the players have all the fun. Take your own team outside for a pickup game! (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

No matter what team you’re rooting for (or even if you’re not a fan of football at all) you can find inspiration from the amazing athletes who will hit the field this Sunday. In the meantime, get motivated during your own active endeavors by these classic tunes from Super Bowl halftime performers past and present! Then hit repeat and use these tunes as a soundtrack for backyard touch football games and tailgating this weekend.

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Music Monday: Your Spring Break Playlist

Written on January 23, 2012 at 9:47 am , by

Channel a beachy attitude with these songs. (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

With the cold, wintry weather we had over the weekend in the northeast, spring seems very far off. But you can channel a little spring break flavor in the gym with this playlist from music producer Emilio Estefan (who also happens to be married to Gloria)!

Estefan should know what motivates those in the fitness world—he is also an executive producer for Univision’s weight-loss reality show Dale Con Ganas that we told you about last month. Download his 11 picks to feel like your island hopping even when it’s below zero.

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Music Monday: Snow Patrol is Back

Written on January 16, 2012 at 9:53 am , by

These tracks are sure to pump up your workout. (Photo by Peter Ardito)

After more than three years of silence, Snow Patrol has broken through the static and jumped back into the music scene. “Fallen Empires,” their sixth album, was released last Tuesday and we’ve been listening nonstop ever since. Below are some of our favorites off the new disc, with a few blasts from the past tossed in to give you another calorie-burning playlist to love.

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Yoga Tunes to Move You

Written on January 11, 2012 at 3:57 pm , by

Pure Yoga instructor Loren Bassett. (Photo courtesy of Pure Yoga)

I scored a seat in Pure Yoga‘s coveted Loren Bassett Hot Yoga class last night and left with not only a relaxing mind and body, but also this awesome playlist. I’ve done lots of hot yoga over the years, but nothing like Loren’s class. The studio was fully dark and these tunes filled the empty spaces as you made your way through flows and inversions. I loved everything about it and although I couldn’t master the handstand (OK, I was too scared to even try), this class is a must-do on my growing yoga class list!

Match your yoga poses with this playlist from Loren—who’s been teaching hot yoga for more than 10 years—and get in the mood to move.

Music Monday: The Beyonce, Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Playlist!

Written on January 9, 2012 at 12:08 pm , by

Congrats to the gorgeous new mom! (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

As of yesterday, the world is now home to one sure-to-be superstar: Blue Ivy Carter, the daughter of Beyonce and Jay-Z! In honor of their new bundle of joy, we put together a playlist of 12 of the greatest workout songs by Blue’s parents. If Blue grows into musical talents like her mom and dad, we can’t wait to add her tunes to our players in a couple decades as well!

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Now tell us: Do you have a favorite Beyonce or Jay-Z song that’s sure to get you moving?

Music Monday: 10 Most-Searched Songs of 2011

Written on December 19, 2011 at 9:44 am , by

Your turn to pick the tunes! (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

Over the past 12 months, we have shared 34 playlists here on The Fit Stop to keep you pumped up! If you’re anything like us, you’re on the perennial search for new, motivating tunes, and it’s always fun to spy on what’s blasting in your neighbor’s ears. (Want to try something really fun? Steal our digital director Christie’s tip and let a pal play DJ, creating a new playlist on your iPod!)

So to wrap up 2011 on a high note, we’re making sure we have all of these favorites from the last 365—as selected by you. Here, the top 10 most-searched songs of 2011, courtesy of Yahoo!

  1. “Super Bass,” Nicki Minaj (We like it for: Cardio)
  2. “The Lazy Song,” Bruno Mars (We like it for: Cooldown)
  3. “Grenade,” Bruno Mars (We like it for: Strength training)
  4. “Rolling in the Deep,” Adele (We like it for: Cardio)
  5. “Someone Like You,” Adele (We like it for: Yoga)
  6. “Look at Me Now,” Chris Brown, featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes (We like it for: Strength training)
  7. “Born This Way,” Lady Gaga (We like it for: Cardio)
  8. “You Belong With Me,” Taylor Swift (We like it for: Strength training)
  9. “Pumped Up Kicks,” Foster the People (We like it for: Cardio)
  10. “Just the Way You Are,” Bruno Mars (We like it for: Cooldown)

Find more top trends from 2011 at yearinreview.yahoo.com.

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Now tell us: What was your song of the year?

Music Monday: 2012 Grammy Nominee Playlist

Written on December 5, 2011 at 10:13 am , by

Now hear this! These Grammy-worthy tunes pack some powerful beats. (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

You may have missed it due to playing post-Thanksgiving catch-up (not to mention squeezing in workouts, holiday shopping and more!), but the 2012 Grammy nominees were announced last Wednesday evening. To honor the best of the best from this year’s music scene before the big awards show on February 12, download these tracks—from a wide variety of music genres—that are perfect for your workout playlist.

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Now tell us: Who do you think most deserves a Grammy this year?

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