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Songs that boost your workouts. Recommended BGM for the gym and strength training.

What kind of background music do you listen to when you work out? Most people probably listen to their favorite songs, but sometimes it just doesn’t feel quite right.

And you don’t have time to keep searching for tracks, either.

In those moments, try choosing your BGM to match the tempo of your training! Use this article to find songs that fit the pace of your workouts.

We’ve carefully selected tracks by researching recent hits and themes centered on strength training and workouts.

Songs that boost your workouts: Recommended BGM for the gym and strength training (21–30)

Stand by MeKan & D.O

Stand-by-Me is a collaboration between D.O, the eccentric rapper representing Nerima, and the King of Shinjuku, Kan a.k.a.

GAMI.

It’s a rap themed around the dreams and ideals they had as kids.

Both of them have a strong thug image, but surprisingly, this kind of heartfelt track suits them well.

It might be nice to listen to during a workout break.

Don’t Start NowDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – Don’t Start Now (Official Music Video)
Don't Start NowDua Lipa

Dua Lipa, known for her distinctive low, husky voice.

“Don’t Start Now” is one of her signature songs.

The bassline really drives the track, so it gets you in a great groove when you listen to it.

It feels less suited to hard work and more like a perfect match for tackling a stamina-focused workout.

Gym TimeYoung Hastle

Young Hastle / Gym Time – One More Push – My Ideal Self – Left The Gym [Official Video]
Gym TimeYoung Hastle

YOUNG HASTLE, affectionately known as “Yanhass.” He’s an MC who’s always working out, so not only the heads but people in the fitness industry probably know him too.

As the title suggests, “Gym Time” is a track made for working out.

A fun twist is how it switches into trap music midway through.

Different ManAKLO×JAY’ED

AKLO×JAY’ED「Different Man」Music Video
Different ManAKLO×JAY’ED

Different Man is a collaboration between R&B singer JAY’ED—who gained popularity through his work with JUJU—and popular rapper AKLO.

The strong echo effect, which was trendy from 2017 to 2018, is particularly striking.

While the melody isn’t hard-edged, its catchy R&B groove makes it a great pick for workouts.

Numb / EncoreJay Z & LINKIN PARK

Numb/Encore – Linkin Park ft. Jay Z (Unofficial Music Video)
Numb / EncoreJay Z & LINKIN PARK

The legendary band Linkin Park and the world’s most high-profile rapper Jay-Z teamed up for the collaboration “Numb / Encore.” Linkin Park’s rock and Jay-Z’s rap are matched in a perfectly balanced way.

It showcases the best of both worlds, making it perfect for intense hard work.

Do it quietly.hannya

Hannya / Do It Silently / Official Music Video
Do it quietly.hannya

“Shut Up and Do It” features a track that evokes late-’90s gangsta rap.

When it comes to workout songs, many people tend to prioritize melody.

This track, however, fires you up more with its lyrics than its melody.

If you’re looking to surpass your usual rep count, training while listening to this might just help you break through your limits.

Call On MeEric Prydz

Eric Prydz – Call On Me (Official Music Video) | Ministry of Sound
Call On MeEric Prydz

“Call On Me,” which is based on Steve Winwood’s “Talking Back to the Night.” As you can tell from the cover art, it’s no exaggeration to say this track was made for fitness.

Highly recommended for fans of house music.