Perfect Pace Running Playlist
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Run to the beat of this music playlist to set the perfect pace for your runs!
Check out this playlist for the perfect running music to keep you on pace! Running with music is great, but running to the beat of the music is even better. This running playlist was specially selected to target the optimal running turnover of 180 bpm (beats per minute). Run to the beat and have a great workout!
Don't run at 180 bpm? No problem! Check out my other bpm paced playlists:
170 to 180 bpm running playlist
160 to 170 bpm running playlist
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Perfect Pace = 180 bpm (beats per minute)
Why is this the perfect pace?
Turnover, as measured in beats per minute, is simply the number of times that your feet strike the ground in one minute. 180 bpm means that you take 180 steps in a minute, or that each foot hits the ground 90 times in a minute.
Many experts have studied running biomechanics, and 180 bpm seems to be the consensus for what optimal turnover should be. Many (perhaps most) runners actually have a slower turnover and make it up by taking longer strides. But longer strides put more strain on your joints and muscles and are less efficient for long distance running.
Check out this article from Runner's World for more information.
Running to the beat of a measured playlist will keep your turnover at the optimal rate, and help you to find your best running form!
If you're not at 180 bpm, don't worry! Run at the pace that's right for you. I'm creating more playlists for other turnover rates and will list them here when they are complete.
170 to 180 bpm running music playlist
160 to 170 bpm running music playlist
The Perfect Running Playlist
178 to 182 bpm - preview tracks in the player or select individual tracks from the Track List below
Genres include Ska/Punk, Alternative, and Indie. The playlist contains 14 songs for a 45 minute workout.
Remember, adjust your stride to match the pace of the music. Shorter steps are healthier, give you better running form, and help you keep up with the rhythm.
Track List
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Most people don't run at the optimal turnover rate. If you know what your normal turnover rate is, let me know! I'll be developing more playlists and will target the pace based on poll results. Also, please drop a comment below to let me know what music suggestions you have!
UPDATE
Looks like 170 to 180 bpm is the most popular pace range. Get your 170 to 180 bpm running music playlist here! More coming soon!
I want your playlist suggestions!
Let me know what music you want to hear!
I'm working on more running playlists targeting different bpm ranges, and covering a wider variety of music. Give me your suggestions here and I'll try to incorporate them!
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dj lil' elle
Feb 5, 2012 @ 1:20 pm | delete
- This is so wrong. You're actually running to songs between 80-90bpm, not twice that. Ask any DJ or musician. smh
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efarmiga
Feb 8, 2012 @ 10:28 pm | delete
- In musical terms that may be correct. I'm using 'bpm' loosely to mean 'footfalls per minute.' If a song is 90 bpm and you take a step every half beat, then you have 180 footfalls per minute.
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dj lil' elle
Feb 8, 2012 @ 10:33 pm | delete
- Yeah definitely. My mom sent me this page since I'm a DJ and she wants a fun running playlist. I had to explain to her that if I made a 180bpm mix of the most obnoxious drum & bass you can listen to, she would not be happy. ha I'm gonna mix it together for her but keep it 85-95 bpm. Good thing that's a lot of funky, upbeat R&B, pop and rock. Love making workout mixes!
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forerunner310xt
Jan 11, 2012 @ 5:53 pm | delete
- This is new information to me. Makes sense that there would be a preferred range of bpm to run to. I would think that it might vary a bit per individual. Thanks for the lens.
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James
Jan 3, 2012 @ 6:07 pm | delete
- I've just got into chirunning and I've found that Pendulum is the perfect music. Almost all their songs are exactly 174bpm which is a perfect introductory metronome. There is no better motivator at the start of a run than the intro (Spoken/Slam) on the Hold Your Colour album!
However, I'm wondering if there are any DnB nuts out there who know a similarly awesome album that is at 180+ bpm for when I start to pick up the tempo....?
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Please try to keep them in the 178-182 bpm range
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I Want My City Back
178 bpm - The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - A Jackknif more...1 point
Going Blonde
182 bpm - Juliana Hatfield - Made In China1 point
Down To The Wire
182 bpm - Son Volt - Amecian Central Dust1 point
Allow Them
182 bpm - The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - Pay Attent more...1 point
Tessellate
180 bpm - Tokyo Police Club - Elephant Eggshell1 point
101 Running Songs
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The Old School Off the Bright
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A Jackknife To A Swan
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What a Life
178 bpm - Juliana Hatfield - Only Everything0 points
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178 bpm - Superchunk - Here's Where the Strings Co more...0 points
So Sad To Say
182 bpm - The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - Pay Attent more...0 points
I Know More
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Infinity Milk
182 bpm - Danananakroyd - Hey Everyone0 points
Cosmopolitan
178 bpm - Nine Black Alps - Everything Is0 points
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I'm a serious-casual runner, and have run four marathons. I love running to music, and hope to share my passion and playlists with you!
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