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Say I \u2013 E40 and Too Short feat. Wiz Khalifa<\/strong>. Even if you are not a fan of hip hop, the insanely methodical and almost hypnotic rhythm and beat to this song will help you keep pushing the pace \u2013whether it is on the treadmill or out in the open. Made You Look \u2013 Nas.<\/strong> Frantic-sounding instrumentals, coupled with one of the most smooth-flowing rappers out there, result in a track that gets you moving. Coincidentally, I attended two yoga classes in the weeks prior to writing this blog to maximize flexibility and functional strength for MMA. This meant I not only had a better idea as to what songs \u201cfit\u201d well within a yoga setting, but it meant I could survey some of my classmates to get a richer source of suitable tracks. 3 Workout Music Playlists for Every Training Session By Paul Hackett It was New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy who once said \u201cWithout music, life is a journey through a desert\u201d. Music has a remarkable ability to evoke emotions and imagery within its listeners; it also has the power to motivate and energize even […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":12080,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[16,173,6,1118,161,1119,1120],"class_list":["post-12076","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-post","tag-3-weeks-to-shredded","tag-gain-muscle","tag-mike-dolce","tag-paul-hackett","tag-weightloss","tag-workout-music","tag-workout-playlist"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nBangarang \u2013 Skrillex.<\/strong> The energy which this track emits is unquestionable. The almost overwhelming instrumentals go great with such training as Crossfit, MMA sparring, or any type of high intensity workout.
\nKnow Your Enemy \u2013 Rage Against the Machine.<\/strong> From the very moment this track\u2019s intro starts, to when the beat drops in, to when it fully explodes with guitar riffs and intense vocals, this track has been a mainstay in my collection for when I need to push that little further and harder.
\nLightning Crashes \u2013 Live.<\/strong> For those who know this song, or for those who rush off to YouTube to give a quick listen, this may seem like an odd choice given the songs that proceeded it. The slow and mellow opening minute or so gradually builds, and when the song finally bursts into life, you will feel so uplifted that you will feel like you\u2019ve just had several coffees.
\nStill Ballin\u2019 \u2013 2Pac.<\/strong> High pace, high energy. This track suits almost any workout and keeps your head bobbing as you strive for new personal bests.
\nThe Otherside \u2013 The Roots.<\/strong> I first heard this song as part of a training video montage, and its blend of hip hop, uplifting chorus, methodical beat, and catchy piano translates very well into most people\u2019s training playlists.
\nHeart Attack \u2013 Demi Lovato.<\/strong> This is one of those songs that can energize pretty much anybody. Even if, like me, it isn\u2019t exactly your \u201cthing\u201d, it\u2019s hard to deny the power of songs such as this.
\nHall of Fame \u2013 The Script feat. Will.I.am.<\/strong> It\u2019s no coincidence that the UFC opted to use this track in one of their promotional videos; it\u2019s as uplifting and inspiring as any song out there right now. Whether you like the band or not, they\u2019ve produced a track that gets the blood pumping and the goose bumps raising.
\n11th Dimension \u2013 Julian Casablancas.<\/strong> The synth-rock-pop energy of this track always wakes me up and gives me added \u201cbounce\u201d when headed to training.
\nStronger \u2013 Kanye West.<\/strong> Much like the Daft Punk original, this track is suited to working out. The reason that the Kanye version gets the nod is that its slower tempo actually gives it more power and keeps your feet hitting that road in front of you.<\/p>\nLifting\/power workouts<\/h3>\n
\nI\u2019m a Soldier\u2013 2Pac.<\/strong> There were a couple of 2Pac songs vying for this spot. This track\u2019s hypnotic instrumentals and bass-heavy beat means it gets the nod over others such as \u201cAmbitions as a Rider\u201d.
\n300 Violin Orchestra \u2013 Jorge Quintero.<\/strong> There\u2019s a reason this song is used for countless training videos, highlight reels, and commercials \u2013as well as various sports teams during the team walkouts. It ignites the warrior spirit.
\nCan\u2019t Be Touched – Roy Jones Jr. One of the most motivating songs out there. Period.
\nPush It \u2013 Rick Ross. <\/strong>Even the title is telling you what you need to do. This type of deliberate and beat-driven hip hop tracks work so well for lifting playlists.
\nThe Ghost of Tom Joad \u2013 Rage Against the Machine.<\/strong> Great guitar riffs, intense chorus, all broken up by slower, more methodical and purposeful verses. If this song doesn\u2019t get your blood pumping, you need to see someone.
\nBreath of Life \u2013 Florence and the Machine. <\/strong>I am aware that this song sticks out like sore thumb on this playlist, but the epic-scale of this track, coupled with its uplifting build-up to the chorus, makes it a great addition to any workout playlist.
\nKush \u2013 Dr Dre Feat. Snoop Dogg, Akon.<\/strong> Almost any Dr Dre produced track could make it onto most motivational playlists. His beats alone can fuel even the most intense of workouts, but when you add the good Dr and company on top, you get audio-gold.
\nRemember the Name \u2013 Fort Minor.<\/strong> I tried to avoid including this song as it seems almost clich\u00e9 to do so. But then I played the song again. Just under 4 minutes of pure motivation.
\nBlunt Blowin \u2013 Lil Wayne.<\/strong> The almost orchestral background instrumental, with the jittery beat and understated, confident chorus, combine to keep a steady flow of motivation pouring from your earphones.<\/p>\nYoga<\/h3>\n
\nThere There \u2013 Radiohead.
\nRelease Your Spirit High \u2013 Stefano Bonacina.
\nAqueous Transmission \u2013 Incubus.
\nDiem Ex Dei \u2013 Globus.
\nParadise – Coldplay.
\nThe Bad in Each Other – Feist.
\nPills \u2013 The Perishers.
\nBright Lights \u2013 Tom McRae.
\nCalgary \u2013 Bon Iver.
\nPassion Pit \u2013 Swimming in the Flood.<\/strong>
\nEach of these songs has its own energy \u2013 whether it is the slow-burning, epic \u201cDiem Ex Dei\u201d, or the more upbeat but still unassuming \u201cBright Lights\u201d. They are all used in a different way entirely than the cardio and lifting playlists \u2013which themselves are fairly interchangeable. Within a yoga setting, you want tracks that will calm, energize, focus, and motivate you. Happy listening!<\/p>\n
\n About the Author<\/h2>\n
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Former \u201clazy-teen\u201d turned gym addict, Paul \u2018Cardio\u2019 Hackett became obsessed with getting bigger and stronger -and not always in the healthiest manner possible (In-N-Out burgers were justified with the phrase \u201cits protein, its carbs, its gooood\u201d). When getting into MMA, he decided that being 230 lbs. (a good 30lbs or so of which was NOT functional muscle, not even close!), was not his natural weight. He got onto the Dolce Diet after seeing the great work Mike had done with Quinton Jackson and Thiago Alves. Almost immediately after starting the Living Lean lifestyle, the weight started dropping quicker than Paul\u2019s opponents! After a few short months, 230 lbs. became 190. Paul is now at his natural weight of around 175, and uses 3 Weeks to Shredded to EASILY make 145 lbs. when needed.<\/p>\n
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