Six Songs to Push You Through that Mile Run
Work it, girl!
by MYKENNA MANIECE ★ NOVEMBER 18, 2019
You are killing it on the treadmill today. Sweat is dripping down your face, you’re breathing hard, arms pumping – you can tell you’re close to finishing your mile run, maybe even setting a personal record. You look down and realize you’ve only ran 0.3 miles. How on earth are you going to finish this?! A playlist can be your best friend in guiding to the finish line.
Here are six songs to motivate you to keep running and working hard!
Black Skinhead – Kanye West
This Daft Punk produced single from West’s album Yeezus has a captivating beat that sucks you in from the second the song begins. You’ll automatically want to increase the pace of your run to keep up with its intensity.
Power – Kanye West
If you’ve ever wanted to feel like a star athlete getting ready to step on the field for a huge game, this is the song for you. The clapping beat and harmonized vocals throughout help you stay on pace as you run. Plus, with lyrics like, “Screams from the haters, got a nice ring to it/I guess every superhero needs his theme music,” you’re sure to feel inspired and keep pushing.
Tongue Tied – Grouplove
Tongue Tied is a super fun and upbeat electro-pop song reminiscent of late-night drives with the windows down and screaming the lyrics at the top of your lungs. The first bridge gives you a few seconds to catch your breath before finishing strong with a lively chorus and two more even livelier bridges.
Pretty Thing – Broods
Broods are known for their unique electropop beats and Pretty Thing does not disappoint. Though the verses are relatively soft, the chorus unleashes a wave of strong beats and synthesized vocals that will keep you running through those moments when you’re dying to stop.
A Sky Full of Stars – Coldplay
As one of the top singles from Coldplay’s sixth studio album Ghost Stories, A Sky Full of Stars offers a dynamic mix of piano and electronic beats perfect for dancing. Positive vibes exude from every part of the song, acting as a great mental boost of energy.
Sweetness – Jimmy Eat World
With guitars, drums, and a killer chorus Sweetness never takes a break. This rock song is a top to bottom banger that will encourage you to finish strong whether you’ve been running for 10 or 45 minutes. It’s the perfect way to close out those last few tenths of a mile.
Honorable mentions include Hanging On by Ellie Goulding (Sound Remedy Remix), Dreams by Dua Lipa, and High Horse by Kacey Musgraves.