Pump-Up Music: Plex Group Fitness Edition

Being a group fitness class fanatic and a Spin instructor at the Plex, I know how important music is to any workout.  The right song can magically motivate anyone to pick up the pace, push harder, or even attempt one more grueling, quiver-inducing rep.  Without inspiring pump-up music, I guarantee that even the most dedicated student will be furtively glancing at the clock every five seconds.

Because music is so essential to any group fitness class, I decided to ask our very own Plex instructors what their favorite workout songs are.  Take a look (and a listen) to some of the best songs our instructors have to offer.  You never know – you might just see something you recognize from your weekly Zumba, TBC, or Spin class!

“Story of Us” by Taylor Swift – Brittany (Spinning instructor)
“Mr. Saxobeat” by Alexandra Stan – Mathilda (TBC and Bootcamp instructor)
“Lights” by Ellie Goulding and Bassnectar – Caitlin (Spinning instructor)
“Champagne Showers” by LMFAO – Chrissy (Spinning instructor)
“Kids” by MGMT – Emily (Yoga instructor)
“We Found Love” by Rihanna – Kelly (Cardio Jazz Funk instructor)
“World’s Greatest” by R. Kelly – Gabi (Spinning instructor)
Shakira– Roxie (Zumba instructor)
“Wild One” by Flo Rida and Sia – Julie (Chiseled, X-Fit, and Total Body Spin instructor)
“Levels” by Avicii– Courtney (Kick & Sculpt instructor)
“Bulletproof” by La Roux – Linda (TBC and Zumba instructor)
“Oglala Lakota Elder’s Song (Will the Circle be Unbroken) by Bill Center – Scott (Yoga instructor)
“(More Bounce in) California” by Soul Kid #1 – Sarah (Yoga instructor)
Ke$ha – Elizabeth (TBC and Bootcamp instructor)
“Ships in the Night” by Mat Kearney – Kelsey (Spinning instructor)
“The Party Song” by Blink 182 – Logan (Power Pilates and Core Fusion instructor)
“Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson – Nici (Spinning and TBC instructor)

What are your go-to workout songs?  What gives you that extra bit of motivation to power through even the most challenging workout?  Let us know in the comments!

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