The gym can be pretty crowded at this time of year, but don’t let that dissuade you from pursuing and achieving your 2026 fitness goals! Instead of getting irritated by the crowds at the gym, try to harness that extra energy and buzz into your workout. When your spring beach vacation rolls around, you’ll sure be glad you put in the sweat this January. To help you stay motivated and pumped up, Night is Alive has put together a slamming playlist!
John Di Martino, Joe Magnarelli, Wayne Escoffery and others – 2 Degrees East 3 Degrees West
Before you get into your workout, remember it’s important to stretch first. Stretching increases flexibility and mobility, which is important in preventing injuries. Although it can take some patience to stretch when all you really want is to get into the heat, trust us, it will be well worth the wait. Melt into this smooth tune, from Night is Alive’s album Old New Borrowed and Blue, as you sink into each stretch. Can you push yourself just a few degrees deeper?
Lonnie Plaxico, Lafayette Harris Jr. – The In Crowd
Let’s kick things off with this smashing tune from the hot new album Radiance. Let the fast tempo guide your movements–you might even want to aim for one rep every beat of the song. Can you get that speed? You’ve got it! Keep going. Hitting your goals will make you feel like part of “the in crowd”!
Once you push past that initial wall of your workout, you start to get into the flow of things and feel pretty good. Let those endorphins course through your body while you listen to this vibrant song from Night is Alive’s beloved album Colors of Jazz. Can you feel the gradient of colors, shades and hues that your body is experiencing as you move? Can you feel the ups and downs, energy highs and lows of your workout? Embrace all the feelings and colors.
Willie Jones III, Jeremy Pelt, Wayne Escoffery and others – Star Eyes
There are mirrors all over the walls at the gyms for a reason–to inspire and motivate you! Don’t be afraid to watch yourself as your body becomes stronger–who knows, you might just feel like you have star eyes. Who knew your body was capable of such hard work? You’re getting so strong! Don’t quit now! Let this groovy tune, from Night is Alive’s album MMy Ship, motivate you as the sweat starts to drip down your back.
Harry Allen Trio – Seems To Me I’ve Heard That Song Before
You did it! You completed your workout and are one step closer to fulfilling your New Year’s resolutions. You should be very proud of yourself. Be sure to drink some water, stretch and cool down a bit before you return to the rush of daily life. Maybe you can take a nice stroll around the track while you catch your breath and listen to this snazzy song from Night is Alive’s album It Takes 3.
written by Jacqueline Knirnschild
Photo by Victor Freitas on Unsplash
