Ever since New Year’s Eve, I’ve been hitting the gym like a madman. I trace this back to a few, interrelated factors: I was eating poorly; watching too much tv; lazing about in general; and I had a longterm GF (so I cared less about my appearance). That relationship disintegrated in rapid and spectacular fashion during the month of December, hence the need to rehab my image. Gotta look good for the ladies, yo!
My workout partner and I lift weights on Mondays (arms & chest), Wednesdays (legs) and Fridays (back & shoulders). I also compliment that with cardio sessions on the elliptical crosstrainer at least twice a week, ideally Tuesdays and Thursdays. Toss in some cycling and snowboarding and you have a relatively healthy lifestyle. Now eight weeks in, I’ve dumped 10 pounds and at least one belt loop. These early returns have come relatively fast and easy — this isn’t the first time I’ve worked out regularly — and old clothes that were bulging at the seams now seem that much more inviting and form-fitting.
The point of all this, you ask? Well, I’ve noticed that it’s essential to listen to music as you exercise, the better to help stave off any boredom or creeping sense of monotony. It’s also a good idea to vary your routine, lest you fall into a rut.
To this end, I’ve compiled a list of 10 Great Workout Songs that you will help you pump up and get ripped! Maybe not Hulk Hogan ripped, but beefy nonetheless. The boost in self-confidence that comes along with an improved body is immeasurable…
One final point: these are in no particular order.
1. Black Sabbath, “Iron Man”
A stone cold classic that will inspire you to get huge. ‘Nuf said!
Iron Man – Black Sabbath
2. Sir Mix-A-Lot, “Baby Got Back”
Choosen for this timeless kernel of wisdom:
“You can do side bends or sit-ups,
But please don’t lose that butt”
3. Public Enemy, “Brothers Gonna Work It Out”
You better believe it.
Brothers Gonna Work It Out (Remix) – Public Enemy
4. Radiohead, “Fitter Happier”
This one speaks to my new-and-improved mental outlook.
5. Kanye West, “Stronger”
Never stop improving. Evah, evah.
6. A Flock of Seagulls, “I Ran (So Far Away)”
Don’t front — you know you love it.
I Ran (So Far Away) – A Flock of Seagulls
7. Dead Prez, “50 In The Clip”
An inspired and highly creative ode to the push-up. 50-49-48… every damn day!
Once more, with feeling:
8. Bruce Springsteen, “Born to Run”
Tramps like us…
Born To Run – Bruce Springsteen
9. LCD Soundsystem, “Run”
This track — logging in at 45 minutes and change — was commissioned by the sneaker behemoth Nike for joggers and their ilk. Can’t seem to find it online anywhere in any form, my apologies…
10. Olivia Newton John, “Let’s Get Physical”
You better believe it!
See you in the gym, my peeps, and don’t forget your headphones!
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