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RUNNING SONGS

I AINT SAYING MY GOODBYESTOM VEKe London multi-instrumentalist has plenty of heavy, upbeat tunes in his back catalogue, but we picked Veks first single for its steadily rolling beat and #fitspirational shouty vocals. It might even kid your body into thinking its still 2005. 138bpm

WHEN A FIRE STARTS TO BURNDISCLOSUREese rosy-cheeked brothers from Reigate, barely out of nappies during UK garages late-90s heyday, are now the premier purveyors of deep house/garage/future garage/whatever-you- call-it. is track is perfect for dusting off your cobwebs.124bpm

ALL MY FRIENDSLCD SOUNDSYSTEMis songs steady build over seven and a half minutes is a fine accompaniment to the early stages of your run. Great lyrics too, though you may not want to muse on growing up too much, lest you find yourself on a bench weeping for your squandered youth. 143bpm

I RAN (SO FAR AWAY)A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS Not only is the name of this stone-cold classic absolutely dead-on, its steady rhythm, inspirational vocals and sense of momentum will keep you putting one foot in front of the other. Combine with luminous sweatbands for the full 80s experience. 147bpm

SOMATHE STROKESis third track from the New Yorkers triumphant debut album starts out as seemingly innocuous pop rock, but the metronomic chorus and rousing outro will fortify you against the rising tide of lactic acid in your legs. A fine choice for helping you shift up a gear. 150bpm

HALLOGALLONEU!is 10-minute slice of steadily-building Krautrock epitomises Motorik, a term coined by music journos to describe a particular 4/4 beat. Why? Well, its repetitive, forward-feeling rhythm gives the sense of driving down a motorway. Not bad for motoring on foot either. 154bpm

HEY YA!OUTKASTAside from the melancholic lyrics, this 162bpm dancefloor stomper is quite possibly OutKasts most upbeat song and so joyful that you cant help but up your pace when it comes through your Sennheisers. You know what to do-ooo-ooo. 162bpm

Ready to pound the pavements but hitting a brick wall of musical inspiration? ese certified tunes will sort you out, whether youre a slow coach or a speed merchant

KEYQ Warm-up Q JoggingQ Step up your pace Q Hit your stride