This week, I’m joined by Tim McCarthy of 20Timinutes and we’re building the ultimate pump-up workout playlist designed for runs, gym sessions, and any moment you need that little something extra! 

From high-energy rock and alternative staples to adrenaline-fueled hip-hop and punk rock tracks, this is a no-skips collection built to keep your momentum going. 

Whether you’re chasing a PR, grinding through a lift, or zoning out on the treadmill, these workout songs are here to help you stay aggressive, focused, and motivated from start to finish.

We dig into the artists and bands that consistently deliver high-octane energy, talk about what actually makes a great workout song, and share why certain styles hit harder when your heart rate’s up. 

Lace up, press play, and don’t let your foot off the pedal!

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DMX – Intro

Beastie Boys – Sabotage

Rage Against The Machine – Bulls On Parade

Deftones – My Own Summer (Shove It)

Lil John & The Eastside Boyz (feat. Lil Scrappy) – What You Gonna Do

Ice Cube (feat. Don Jagwarr) – Wicked

Limp Bizkit – Break Stuff

Linkin Park – One Step Closer

Nas – Made You Look

Zebrahead – Falling Apart

Pantera – Fucking Hostile

Jim Johnson / WWE – Unstable (The Ultimate Warrior)

Rancid – Blood Clot

Hatebreed – I Will Be Heard

Mudvayne – Determined

Slipknot – (sic)

Lamb Of God – Redneck

Eminem – Till I Collapse

Dropkick Murphys – Going Out In Style

Lynyrd Skynyrd – Free Bird