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12 Of The Best Workout Playlists On Spotify

By Morgan Reardon

Call it your internal cheerleader, your wingman, your metaphorical better half; when it comes to a solid sweat session at the gym or on the pavement, a Urban List, we think there's really no better motivator than working your way through the best Spotify workout playlists

If you're in the market for endurance EDM, upbeat pop bangers or heavy-based rap when you need to dig deep on your next run or gym session, we’ve got the playlist to keep you hitting goals. These are the best workout playlists on Spotify right now.

Beast Mode

When you need to unleash your inner Hulk, nothing will get you going quite like this workout playlist. Need that little something extra to box harder, or shave that second off your best run? The hyped-up beats from The Weeknd, Lil Nas Z and the queen, Beyonce, will absolutely get you to your goal. 

Nike Run Club

When hitting the pavement, you can’t go wrong with a workout playlist curated by the crew at Nike. Designed to carry you through an hour’s worth of running, you’ll bounce to the beat of soul, club and peppy EDM tracks.​

Yoga Acoustics 

If you like your workout calm and full of flow, then this workout playlist is perfect for you. Set your intentions for the day or wind down after your nine to five with this dreamy mix of mindful, meditative beats that will pair perfectly with your yoga routine. 

Dwayne Johnson’s Iron Paradise Tour Playlist 

When it comes to pumping iron, no one lifts quite like The Rock. His workouts have become legendary and so has his secret weapon—the workout playlist that fuels him. Expect an eclectic mix of hip hop, rap and classic rock from the likes of Kanye, The Eagles and Rage Against The Machine. 

Gymshark Hip Hop

They make great activewear, so it makes sense they know how to curate a banging workout playlist like this one. This mix of hip-hop beats from J. Cole, Pop Smoke, Lil Tecca and Roddy Ricch is literally your jam. 

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New Wave Rap

There’s nothing like a bit of Cardi B to push you that little bit further. Even if rap’s not your go-to genre, with the likes of Famous Dex, NLE Choppa, Gucci Mane, Offset and Lil Nas blowing up your headphones, we guarantee you’ll be hitting your max BPM in minutes with this workout playlist.

Gold School

Sometimes, nothing but bulk bangers will do. Need Salt-N-Pepa’s Shoop on repeat? Maybe some Ice Cube will keep the endorphins high and the effort at 110%? If you need a confidence boost to get you through, hit shuffle and push it out with this epic workout playlist.

Rap Caviar

The prime rib of rap beats, this ever-evolving workout playlist of new music and fresh faces will not only make your workout feel fresh-as, it’ll give you a tonne of music cred. Sounds from J. Cole, Calboy, Roddy Ricch, and 21 Savage will ensure a steady pace and longevity. 

Hype

A heady mix of trap and bass beats, this up-to-the-minute playlist features the talents of Travis Scott, Scrillex, Migo and Gashi. Need to hype up your workout? This is your jam. Literally.

Run This Town

Specifically designed for a 150-165 BPM workout, elevate your run with hits from Drake, Usher, T.I and Rihanna. Be it on the treadmill or pounding the pavement, you’re in good company with this workout playlist.

EDM Workout

Need that extra little push to get in those last reps? Or just trying to beat your PB? Whatever your rationale, the EDM playlist is a failsafe if you need some serious juice in the engine.

Cool Down

Don’t skip the most important part of your workout; hit the cool-down on shuffle and let that heart rate slow. With over four hours of blissed-out beats, this dedicated cool-down playlist will help you rebalance and recharge after a heavy session. 

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