Tuesday Tunes #1

Each week I share with you some of the songs on my running playlist.  If you are into Rap, R&B, Country or Electronic Music you might want to look elsewhere - but if you like Pop, Rock, Alternative, or Contemporary Christian Music you might find something you like!

Many training plans and running form clinics recommend a running cadence of 180 steps per minute (90 steps on each foot per minute).  Whether this works for everyone, I don't know.  But, I do find that I am a far more efficient runner - no matter the speed - if I am taking 175-185 steps per minute.   Here are some songs that help me maintain that cadence.

1. Fight For You - Jason Derulo - 178 bpm  (2X89)
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2. Welcome to the Show - Britt Nicole - 180bpm (2X90)
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3. Hey Mama - Mat Kearney - 180bpm (2X90)
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What could be more worshipful than using our "fearfully and wonderfully made" body, powered by the Lord Almighty, to run surrounded by the beauty of His Creation?! 

1. I Will Run - Misty Edwards - 172 bpm (2X86)
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   This is a race favorite!

Our final category is reserved for those songs that always make me pick up the pace.  Songs that put a huge grin on my face and a spring in my step!

1. Running Just to Catch Myself - Mark Schultz - 155bpm
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   Boredom Busting Song!