Running in Pottruck Justice: Make Pottruck your personal club with this French duo’s techno jams. They’re dirty, high–energy and sure to pump up your run. Check out “Phantom Pt. II” and “D.A.N.C.E.” Passion Pit: Not just for Flinging anymore — these guys will also liven up a routine run on the treadmill. Their electro–pop blend produces upbeat, catchy and just plain feel–good tracks to work out to. Check out “Little Secrets” and “Make Light.” Rihanna: If you’re looking for extra fuel for your run, look no further. Rihanna has enough fresh beats and girl power to boost your motivation and bring you one step closer to that runner’s high. Check out “You Da One” and “Birthday Cake.”
Lifting Skrillex: Yeah, we said it. Haters will hate, but the fact is, his hard–edged dubstep will put you in the zone to conquer the most intense workouts. Check out “Kill Everyone” and “Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites.” Rage Against the Machine: Nothing like a little metal to help you lift some iron. Rage’s screaming guitars and charged lyrics will put the badass back in your lifting routine. Check out “Bulls on Parade” and “Killing in the Name.” Drake: Not into that super–intense workout music? Drake’s tracks boast great rhymes and a chill vibe, with an undeniable aura of confidence. You’ll bring that swag into the 2nd floor weight room at Pottruck. Check out “HYFR” and “I’m on One.”
Running Outside M83: With their wide tonal range and all–around good vibes, M83 is guaranteed to plant a smile on your sweating, panting face. Just don’t try to sing along to the background vocals in “Midnight City” while you’re breakin’ up the concrete. Check out “Raconte–Moi Une Histoire” and “Year One, One UFO.” Real Estate: Atmospheric tunes for your picturesque run by the Schuylkill. The jingle–jangle of Real Estate’s laid–back vibes is surprisingly infectious and great for a slower roll. Check out “Kinder Blumen” and “Wonder Years.” Best Coast: Run like you got the California sun shining down your back. These catchy beachcomber tunes will keep you so pumped that you’ll forget you’re listening to another bad break–up song. Check out “Crazy for You” and “Goodbye.”
Power–Walking Foster the People: The next time you take a power–lap around campus, turn on Foster the People to transform into a secret agent preparing to save the world. Their snappy tempos and killer synth–infused choruses will make you feel super stealthy — if you can resist the urge to dance your way down Spruce. Check out “Call It What You Want” and “Helena Beat.” Kanye: We do not have enough good words to say about this hip–hop legend. We recommend turning to Kanye’s lyrical flow, irresistible beats and dope musical arrangements, whether you’re power–walking on the treadmill or on Locust, or when you just wanna say fuck the haters. Check out “The New Workout Plan” and “POWER.” Sleigh Bells: People say power–walking isn’t legit. Prove 'em wrong. Put on Sleigh Bells during your next workout — or rush to class — and try not to feel like a boss. Their monstrous guitar riffs and infectious beats will put a spring in your step and give you the juice to take on any walk – "power" or not. Check out “Crown on the Ground” and “Comeback Kid.”
Playing Basketball Jay–Z: So maybe you don't own an NBA team like Hove does, but that doesn't mean you can't jam to his music while shooting some hoop. Look to this hip–hop legend's slick rhymes and masterfully–crafted beats for a shot of his classic Brooklyn swag — which'll serve you well on the court. Check out "Dirt Off Your Shoulder" and "Izzo (H.O.V.A.)." RJD2: This genius instrumental DJ is good for a lot more than opening up Mad Men. If you're looking for some calming warm–up music before a big game, or just something chill to shoot around to, RJD2's rich, multi–instrumental compositions are ideal. Check out "Ghostwriter" and "Final Frontier." People Under the Stairs: For those times when you don't really need to ball so hard, turn to this solid L.A. hip–hop duo. They're less Pottruck courts and more backyard barbeque — their laid–back sound and upbeat outlook make for the perfect soundtrack to a relaxed afternoon outside, shooting around with friends. Check out "San Francisco Knights" and "The Hang Loose"
