I love running long distance – it gives me time to think, time to reflect, time to soak in my surroundings, time to appreciate the fresh air, and time to listen to my music.

A good playlist can determine the speed, length and mood of my run. 

Here are my favorite songs to listen to when running or working out, and the ones I’ll be rocking out to this Sunday when I am running the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. Enjoy!

The Distance – Cake

The Fighter (feat. Ryan Tedder) – Gym Class Heroes

Is Anybody Out There? – K’NAAN, Nelly Furtado

Forever – Drake, Lil Wayne, Kayne West, Eminem

Body Work – Morgan Page, Tegan & Sara

Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar

Don’t Stop – Foster the People

Lose Yourself – Eminem

Comeback Kid – Sleigh Bells

Fall Behind Me – The Donnas

Carried Away – Passion Pit

Take Me Out – Franz Ferinand

Dog Days Are Over – Florence + The Machine