When people think about putting together a running playlist, most of the time they think of adding fast-paced techno, dubstep, or pop songs. Remixes of songs can give them a higher tempo that pumps you up. I enjoy songs like that for running too, but they work best for me when I’m lifting, sprinting, climbing a hill, or erging (indoor rowing). That’s when I need something intense!
But if I’m going out for a long run to get a workout in while enjoying the sunshine, sometimes I switch on (or don’t skip past while on shuffle) songs from movie scores. Movies with epic instrumentals. My top picks are songs from the soundtrack for “The Lord of the Rings”, “Star Wars”, and “Pirates of the Caribbean”. Continue reading “Adventure Music”
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