PTPioneer Song Trend Study Reveals Most Searched Workout Songs of 2024

Fitness experts at PTPioneer.com conducted research using Google search data to find the most popular workout songs in the US.

The study analysed over 100 songs, looking at how often people searched for them while exercising. The analysis also took the tempo of the songs into consideration to determine whether people prefer faster or slower music while working out.

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Tay Tay on top

1. Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero” is topping the list as the most searched song for a workout, with over 330K searches. Though it has the lowest tempo at 97 beats per minute (BPM) on the list, it is still highly favored for warm-up or cool-down exercises.
2. Second is Eminem’s “Lose Yourself”, with 264K searches. This track is the fastest song on the list, with the highest BPM, making it ideal for intense workouts like sprinting or heavy lifting.
3. Ranking third is Shania Twain’s “Man! I Feel Like a Woman”, with 212K searches. Released over 20 years ago, it remains preferred for moderate-intensity exercises.
4. In fourth place is “Just Dance” by Lady Gaga, featuring 180K searches. Its upbeat, catchy and active rhythm is a favourite for dance workouts and aerobic classes.
5. “Like A G6” by the Far East Movement and The Cataracs captures fifth position with 148K searches. It’s a popular song for active workouts such as spin classes as ti helps to maintain speed.
6. BTS’s “Butter,” with 122K searches and upbeat rhythm, comes in sixth. The only K-pop song on the list, it has a cheerful and catchy tune making it a favoured option for energetic and diverse exercise routines.
7. Rihanna’s “Pon De Replay”,despite being over a decade old, still holds a spot in the top 10 with 110K searches. It is mostly used during light cardio and rhythmic exercises like Zumba thanks to its vibrant and rhythmic beat.
8. SZA’s recent hit, “Kill Bill”, with 108K searches, is seventh. Its lyrics energise and uplift people during workouts, making it a popular choice for exercise playlists.
9. “Unholy” by Sam Smith and Kim Petras is ranked ninth and with 104K searches. The song is popular as it fits a range of activities, from brisk walking on the treadmill to more energetic routines.
10. The Black Eyed Peas “Pump It” has been searched over 71K times, securing its place in the top 10. The song is favoured for keeping listeners pumped up and is perfect for high-energy and endurance workouts.

Tyler Read, the founder of PTPioneer.com, highlights the role music plays in workouts.

“Music with a good beat boosts your mood and makes each session more effective and enjoyable. If you aim to do high-intensity workouts, songs with a BPM of 120-160, like Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” can help you push harder and maximize calorie burn with its fast tempo and motivating lyrics.

“For warm-ups or cool-downs, tracks with a BPM of 60-100, like Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero,” can assist in preparing your body for exercise or bringing your heart rate down for recovery post-workout. These choices reflect a personal connection to the music’s rhythm and lyrics, which is important for boosting your mood and optimizing your exercise routine, making each session more effective and enjoyable.”

Story supplied by PTPioneer.com.

Author: Pedro van Gaalen

When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.

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