OK- so it’s not the TV show’s Soundtrack…so don’t get too excited. This one is even better! haha just kidding.
Let me go back a few thoughts….
First- Congratulations to our 10 Biggest Loser Contestants!! They were hand picked from over 100 applicants for the contest! So best of luck to you as you start your 8 week quest to get into the habit of a healthier lifestyle!
So part of that healthier lifestyle is working out. Whether that’s working out at a gym or running around the block…exercise is key. Now I wish I could say I’m awesome like Brittany Gray and Nikki G and go work out 3 times a week….but unfortunately they are more diciplined than me. There was a time when I was a gym junkie- but now it’s so easy to make excuses and fill up my evenings with random events like bible studies or family dinners. HOWEVER- there are a few times that I do get to make it to the gym and wear out an eliptical machine… and I’m so satisfied when I do so.
So in my efforts to encourage our 10 contestants (and anyone else trying to go to the gym more often…) I thought I would share the thing that gets me through my workout no matter what…..my workout PLAYLIST! It’s true- I wouldn’t last 10 minutes on the treadmill without my ipod. There’s just something about certain songs that just get me goin and give me that extra boost of energy to push me through to that second wind!
So- In the fashion of an Itunes celebrity playlist- I will share some “family friendly” workout songs in my mix.
“Let It Rock” – Kevin Rudolf feat. Lil Wayne- Soon will debut on QMIX airwaves….it’s just one of those songs that you could make an entrance to. On itunes you can get either the version with the Lil Wayne rap or without….without the rap is cleaner.
“Ladies and Gentlemen” Saliva – If you went to this previous year’s QMIX Musical Fireworks show, this song may sound familiar- as it was featured in the soundtrack. Another more rock edgy get you ready for your workout song that I love!
“Ignition” or “Momentum” TobyMac – Both of these are awesome! As one of my friends said about Ignition- I can do anything when this song is playing! And both you can blare without worrying about your little ones hearing bad things.
“Lights and Sounds” – Yellowcard – I love the beat to this one….the way it revs up in the beginning is great- keep it kinda close to the middle of your workout mix- it will help you push through to your second wind.
“Gotta Get Thru This” – Daniel Bedingfield- I think the title explains it well…..haha. Put this song towards the end of your workout when you are ready to give up but you know you shouldn’t
“Everyday Combat” – Lostprophets – When this song comes on- pretend you are some superhero gettin ready to kick some evil person’s bootie and save the world from mass distruction…and towards the end you are about to fall to the enemy but then you come back and take them down!! It’s pretty sweet.
“Move Your Body” -Eiffel 65 – Now I would add pretty much any dance techno remix of a song just because they get me going. Plus the lyrics are motivating for your workout.
“Try It Again” – The Hives- this is my push-up song. haha! or it’s a good song if you are doing an exercise that you just hate or have difficulty mastering….and it’s complete with cheering at the end!
“Stronger” Britney Spears- This one is more for the ladies. So she really hasn’t emulated strength in her career recently…but this song is a good “I am woman hear me roar” anthem.
“Supermassive Black Hole” - Muse- This one’s for all the twilight fans out there- the theme song to the baseball scene….you can pretend that you can keep up with the Cullens!
“Woman” Wolfmother – Another great get up and go rock out song….pretty much if the band sounds like they are rocking out—it’s on my workout playlist.
“Beat It” Fall Out Boy feat. John Mayer – I respect the original Michael Jackson version, but when I want to work out I prefer this one.
“Le Disko” Shiny Toy Guns – another one for the ladies! one of those rock/techno girl power songs I love! purchase the clean version however.
“Generation” Simple Plan- Anything off their newest album is great get ya going stuff. I love this one cause it’s sassy in the punk rock kind of way.
Well this is just a sampling of some of my tracks on my workout playlist. I hope you find some of them to help you out in creating the perfect playlist to motivate you to work out! If I come across some more I will post! I also suggest searching for dance mixes and covers of pop and rock songs—I love Punk Goes Crunk and that series. You will find some interesting covers!
Have a great weekend! Stay arm! Hope to see ya at the John David Webster Concert tomorrow!! it’s at First Christian Church- doors open at 6:30, concert starts at 7. It’s FREE and all love donations are going to Pregnancy Care Center.
Keep it Rockin!
Sara Beth 
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