TIPS FOR BUILDING THE BEST WORKOUT PLAYLIST

1. Think about your workout and the type of music that can help keep you motivated the entire workout. Everyone likes different styles of music and there is no right or wrong, this is for you. Key off the styles of music that will keep your mind focused on the task and activity at hand.

“If I am running or doing a longer-form workout, the music may not need to be as hard hitting and chaotic in comparison to a CrossFit style session,” said Jani.

2. Think about how you will be listening to the music soundtrack for your session. Are you using headphones or a larger speaker system? Select music and edits that fit the atmosphere of your workout, and that will sound good on the system pumping your beats. If you are listening to smaller headphones, there may be limitations on what they can handle and what sounds good.

3. Think through the progression of the tracks and the way you train. If the first 15 minutes of your workout are spent stretching, then you may want to ensure you have chill tunes in the first segment of your playlist.

Playlist #1: Built for #POWER https://tinyurl.com/4963tuat

Sample songs: Formation by Beyonce, Hollaback Girl by Gwen Stefani, Don’t Cha by the Pussycat Dolls and Busta Rhymes, Confident by Demi Lovato

Playlist #2: 2000s Throwbacks https://tinyurl.com/vc5p947u

Sample songs: Dynamite by Taio Cruz, Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen, Domino by Jessie J, OMG by Usher and will.i.am

Playlist #3: Ultimate Hip-Hop Throwbacks https://tinyurl.com/tm7brtdn

Sample songs: Ride Wit Me by Nelly and City Spud, Bring ‘Em Out by T.I., 99 Problems by JAY-Z, O.P.P by Naughty by Nature

Playlist #4: Pump Up Mix https://tinyurl.com/2p93njnr

Sample songs: Afraid to Feel (David Guetta & Dyro remix), Drugs from Amsterdam by Mau P, RATATA by Skrillex, Missy Elliott and Mr. Oizo

Jason Jani is the owner of SCE Event Group, a DJ and music entertainment company that does over 2000 events a year in Bergen County’s favorite venues, such as The Estate at Florentine Gardens and The Rockleigh. Jani also owns Snapshot Photobooths, a photo-entertainment company. He is one of the most sought-after DJs around the world for high-profile events and has shared the stage with entertainers from Cardi B to DJ Jazzy Jeff. Further, he is the go-to DJ for TV stars like Melissa Gorga of the Real Housewives.