180 bpm Running Songs
When you’re running and music is synchronized to your movements, it motivates you. The effects are euphoric and 180 bpm is the magic number. This cadence works at ANY PACE and can be used for both speed and easy paced training. If you feel like you’re working too hard, try running in place and then moving forward very slowly. Speed up gradually until you reach the pace you want.
This website contains some original 180 bpm music for running:
“I Was Born to Run Too” is a song for anyone inspired by the book Born To Run. It was commissioned by author Christopher McDougall for the release of Born to Run 2!
Marathoners Rocking New York is a concept album about the New York Marathon written entirely at a 180 bpm cadence. It can be used as a treadmill workout playlist for marathon training.
Since I run to music exclusively around 90/180 bpm (there can be variations as long as it’s within 175-195 bpm), I’ve got a big collection of eclectic music at that tempo that motivates me.
Running Playlist Categories:
The Best 180 bpm Running Songs = My top picks, these songs will never let you down when you have a need for speed.
More 180 bpm Running Songs = Other songs in my library that are run-worthy, but may have some irregularities. They’re best for warm-ups/long slow distance.
All songs are in the neighborhood of 90 or 180 beats per minute (BPM.) I’ve listed them as steps per minute (SPM) for reference. If the song is a slower 90 bpm, your feet should be going double time at 180 spm.
Qualities for good running songs:
A clear, easy to hear, consistent beat
A high tempo of 180 bpm or a little more in order to synchronize steps
Motivational lyrics and aesthetic
I love ROCK ‘N’ ROLL!!
NOTE: Please be careful when listening to music while running. Try to maintain a volume where you can hear your surroundings if you’re outside and be mindful of those around you.
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Best 180 bpm Running Songs
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Not seeing your favorite artists or do you still have questions? Email me to chat about running to music and the 180 bpm tempo. I’m interested in hearing what runners are struggling with or what’s helping them. I can also put together a custom playlist that caters to your running goals and musical tastes.
Still have questions? If you’re scrollling this far, I’d like to hear from you! Email me to chat about running to music and the 180 bpm tempo. I’m interested in hearing what runners are struggling with or what’s helping them. I can also put together a playlist curated to your training.