Wednesday, March 6, 2013

My Workout Playlist

As I write from snowy Chicago in my favorite snow boots I would like to clear something up - I am NOT a fashion blogger.  Yes, I have referred to this as a fashion blog but I am nowhere near the level of my style icons and on average only half of my posts are about shoes, clothes, or trends.  I prefer to categorize Sparkles & Shoes as a "lifestyle" blog that way I can share my favorite products, random thoughts I have or just general things about my life. This notion is what inspired today's post -my workout playlist.

I have already shared my playlist of mellow music but when I really need inspiration I turn to my work out mix.   I know some of these songs are vulgar and I would like to clearly state that I do not agree with the message, lyrics, or the artist's point of view, I just like the tempo and beat of the song for cardio.





And while I am not a big fan of "fitspiration" or of girls with six-packs posing in a sports bra I did find this two images inspirational and I find myself repeating the "sore or sorry" one at least a few times a week!



What do you listen to when you workout? 

28 comments:

  1. Lovely playlist!
    What about following each other also on Bloglovin and Facebook??
    :) C, xoxo.
    LePetitMondeDeC
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  2. Love this playlist! I listen these songs but I listen also The Wanted's songs! :)
    xoxo Sophia

    http://styleofsophia.blogspot.it

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  3. I love me some Beyonce to get me pumped.

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  4. ummm this playlist is perfection!!! I especially love the calvin harris and avicii!! you are I are very alike

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  5. love don't hold your breath by Nicole...
    sounds good...
    kiss and happy day
    vendy

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  6. this is such a good idea! I too need some good dance moves to get me inspired ;) And I vote we ban all sexy running pics. Who the heck really works out in panties and a sports bra? No one that's who.

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  7. Good music is a must-have for me when working out–I can't get through without it! It need to be upbeat and fun, and hopefully something I can sing to in my head while running, etc. Love your list!

    Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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  8. I love R&B is sound good when running!
    kisses!

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  9. I love listening to upbeat music when I work out. It helps me stay motivated!

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  10. I don't work out haha but Ellie Goulding is currently my go to when I'm walking the dog!

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  11. no workout playlist is complete without some JT!!!

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  12. i find that one direction gets me pretty motivated. ;)
    #noshame

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  13. I think of our blog as more of a lifestyle blog too. We do fashion posts, but we really post about anything we love.

    Jessica @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

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  14. I watch some TVshow, I put the cardio in front of my computer so I can stay 1 hour and not be too bored :)

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  15. I LOVE this post Kelly! I absolutely adore my workout mix but I'll have to add some songs of yours to mine!
    I also love the two fitspirations you chose! Stealing one of them now!! :)

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    (¸¤ Lanaya | xoxo
    www.raising-reagan.com

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  17. I tell myself the "sore or sorry" one quite often as well. It's a great thing to think about.

    Sara
    http://sbengschayearoftransformation.blogspot.com/

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  18. Music makes ALL the difference. I love this list...I already had some on my list but I am going to add a couple more of yours! Thanks for sharing!

    Jill
    Classy with a Kick

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  19. Love this playlist , music is so good for a great workout.

    xo Meg<3

    Meghan Silva's Blog

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  20. These are great songs! "We Run The Night" always makes me want to run and dance... sometimes at the same time! lol

    Have you heard "Anything Can Happen" by Ellie Goulding? I LOVE that one!

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  21. oh cant wait to listen to these! I love finding new songs! Thanks for the great playlist!

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  22. This is a fantastic playlist! I'll be posting some of my favorites next week :) New follower here.. stopping by from runninglikeamother.com :)

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  23. oooo, love this. I'm always in need of new workout songs. I absolutely cannot workout without music!

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  24. I'm gonna have to add some of these to my iPhone. I'm in need of more upbeat music!

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