Playlist Ideas for a Marathon

run_shayna_run

Hi,

I'm about to run my first marathon this coming Sunday. I'm preparing and finalizing my plans and thought I would ask for recommendations to put on my playlist to motivate me through the race. I prefer upbeat, dance-y type music that's really high energy. I generally count on my music to help me set my pace. Any ideas?

JenMc14

I did a general Google search for "marathon playlist 2013" and got lots of hits. Here's a few to get you started:

http://www.aliontherunblog.com/my-music/
http://anothermotherrunner.com/2013/07/22/sbs-summer-2013-half-marathon-playlist/
http://wxrt.cbslocal.com/2013/10/08/the-get-ready-for-the-chicago-marathon-playlist/
http://www.jensbestlife.com/2013/06/marathon-training-motivation-playlist.html

Good luck!

tkillion810

For pace specific songs check out jog.fm. You can input your pace and it will generate a list of songs that will align with that pace. I also like to download mixes from RockmyRun.com. Mashups are another favorite of mine. They keep me from getting bored half way through the song. Steady130 offers a lot of great mashups.