Christian Running Songs Playlist
I am not a runner. I am not a runner. I AM NOT A RUNNER. But yet, I talked myself into training for a half-marathon (pretty much because I figured it was easier to do this than to give up my daily Sonic Dr. Pepper addiction). Given the fact that I have issues sticking with things (like every other diet and exercise regimen I have ever attempted), it will be a miracle if I actually end up completing said half-marathon in October. But I’m armed with a 20-week training schedule and the weather is beautiful, so things are looking good for the time being. Hopefully it will hold out for the next EIGHTEEN weeks of training (just reading that last sentence makes me want to go sit and watch a movie while drinking my third Dr. Pepper for the day). :)
And if you’re wondering if that is me in the picture above ^, I assure you it is not. I purchased a stock photo for this post. :) I look more like this when I run...
Update: I finished my first half marathon on October 11, 2015 with a time of 2 hours, 32 minutes. I am super slow…but I ran the whole time and I finished, thanks in part to this inspiring playlist!
In honor of my newfound hobby, I figured it was time to load my phone with some new tunes to make the miles more momentous bearable. As tempting as it is to listen to music with a good beat but poor lyrics, I decided I wanted to focus on things that would encourage me in my faith while I spend this time running. And because I spent WAY too much find searching for SUPER upbeat Christian running music, I thought I might as well go ahead and share it with you too!
Make a promise that when you click on the links and you listen to the previews of some of these songs, you won’t judge me (No, I assure you…I do not have loud speakers and hydraulics on my 2005 Honda Odyssey). :) This music is FUN, but it is not necessarily what I typically listen to. But let’s be honest, when I’m trying to go from wanting to cry after running 300 feet to attempting to run 13.1 miles IN A ROW, Chris Tomlin just isn’t gonna cut it (don’t be offended…I love Chris Tomlin…just not when it comes to running). This music has a BEAT that makes running a little bit easier (for me, anyway).
So here ya go! I’ve included my affiliate links for your convenience. The first link is the iTunes version and the Android links through Amazon Music can be found in parentheses.
Warm-Up
“Love Song for a Savior“ by Jars of Clay (Closer- EP album version) — (Android link)
Running/Intervals
“Joyful Noise” by Flame — (Android link)
“Good Morning” by Mandisa — (Android link)
“Destroy” by Worth Dying For (starts off slow but builds) — (Android link)
“Go Hard” by Lecrae — (Android link)
“Manifesto” by The City Harmonic — (Android link)
“Hold Me” by Jamie Grace — (Android link)
“Jesus Freak” by DC Talk — (Android link)
“Move” by Flame — (Android link)
“Lose My Soul” by tobyMac — (Android link)
“How We Do It” by Canon — (Android link)
“All I Need is You” by Lecrae — (Android link)
“Don’t Give Up” by Sanctus Real — (Android link)
“Made to Love” Remix by TobyMac — (Android link)
“It’s On” by Superchick — (Android link)
“Messengers” by Lecrae — (Android link)
“Flood” by Jars of Clay — (Android link)
“Show Out” by Flame and Lecrae — (Android link)
“God’s Not Dead” by Newsboys — (Android link)
“Greater” by Mercy Me — (Android link)
Cool-Down
“King of Glory” by Third Day — (Android link)
“Hold You Up” by Shane Harper — (Android link)
What song(s) do you enjoy running to? Share your favorites in the comments!
“Fear” by Lecrae
“Cops” by Social Club
“Never Land” by Andy Mineo
“Go Off” by Canon
“Ready, Set, Go” by Derek Minor
“Until The End of Time” by Derek Minor
“Hallelujah” by Bizzle
Thanks! I’ll have to check these out! :)
Thank you so much for this playlist
Thanks for the great list! It’s hard to find good Christian running music lists. I’ll have to add your suggestions to my playlist!
Here are some of my favorites.
Tonight – Toby Mac & John Cooper (this is my “get started” song)
#LITO – Press Play
Day One – Matthew West
Wake – Hillsong Young And Free
Fix My Eyes – For King and Country
Love Take Me Over – Steven Curtis Chapman
Fishers Of Men – Newsboys
The Father’s Heart – Bellarive
Praise Like Fireworks – Rend Collective
Ain’t No Grave – David Crowder (cool down)
Thanks for this post! I’m always looking for good running songs and if they are Christian songs, even better! :)
Thanks Jessica! Hope you enjoy some new (encouraging) tunes…I’ll admit, even good music isn’t making me motivated to run in this heat lately!!! :)
C’mon, don’t forget Relient K! Though my Pandora station of them has a lot more mainstream songs (that aren’t always clean), I love “Who I Am Hates Who I’ve Been”, among many others, for strong beats and a relateable feel.
I found your playlist on Pintrest :) How’s the training going? :)
Hi Patsy! The training is actually going surprisingly well, minus an IT band injury. :) I even signed up for the half-marathon next month and ran 9 miles last night! I am majorly surprisingly myself…but I still will consider it a miracle if I actually finish the 13 miles. Thanks for asking. :)
Rise up- Matt Mayer <3 The most perfect song to listen to when needing to get energy! My top song.
“Eye on It” by Toby Mac.
Good luck on your training and on your events!
Sounds like your training went well and you will have some great runs!
Thanks! I actually did it! Just finished my half-marathon on Sunday!!! I was slow (finished in 2 hours 32 minutes), but I ran the whole time. :) I’ll have to add this song to my list for the next one.
Anything by Hillsong young and free
Eye on it, ignition, momentum, extreme days, and feelin so fly by Toby mac – monster by skillet – impossible, fire in the kitchen, avalanche, heart attack, and super natural by manafest – cray button and love addict by family force 5, – fire it up, down, falls apart, broken wing, and wicked by thousand foot krutch – saints go marching in by Andy mine – wake by hillsong
Heartbeat by Beckah Shae. It really gets me moving. No matter how tired I am, when that song comes on, it’s sooooooo hard to not run!
Thank you so much for this suggestion, I absolutely love this song!!
You can’t stop me-Andy Mineo
It’s SO NICE to finally see a Christian Running Songs List!!
Here is my “Regular” Running List!! (I will not put all of them as it goes on for a long time, as I made it longer the one year when myself and some friends did our Half!) I hope you enjoy some of them!
– You Got to Move – The Blind Boys of Alabama (A group my husband always loved and it’s a great running song!!!)
-Ever Be – Aaron Shust
-Good Morning – <Mandisa & TobyMac
-Grace Wins – Matthew West
-The River – Jordan Feliz
-One Thing – Hillsong Worship
-Joy – Jonny Diaz
-Burn for You – TobyMac
-Good Good Father = Chris Tomlin
-Who I Am – Blanca
Unstoppable – TobyMac
Catchafire – TobyMac
Soul On Fire – Third Day
Avalanche – Manafest
Love Take Me Over – Steven Curtis Chapman
Better Cause of You – Manafest
There!! I will stop there!! Thank You for sharing your list!!!
I also have quite a few other TobyMac, and Manafest songs as well as MercyMe!! :0)
This is great! I have been skipping over so many songs from my playlist that i just can’t stand to listen to anymore. I will be replacing them with these. My current favorite running song is a Christian song – Alone by Hollyn. SO GOOD! Thanks again!
I run to Third Day and Casting Crowns. They keep a steady beat going in most of their songs. I like ‘Run To You’ by Third Day and ‘Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee’ by Casting Crowns.
I also want to change my music list. Glad to hear your list! Thanks! I can consult. I like…
This collection is much needed to me. Most of the songs are heart touching. Are you looking for running music that will really get you motivated to run or walk? Please review the app.
Great lists! I love listening to sermons when I run! Matthew Chandler and Guy Kneebone are my current favorites. Blessings on your miles!
Hey Jenae! Thank you so much for compiling this great list of Christian songs to run to :) I loved it so much that I included you and a link to this list in my most recent post about the importance of fitness for Christian women. I pray that God will continue to use you and your ministry in a way that glorifies Him! Blessings!
I really love these songs when I am working out especially during my cardio.
I love this playlist! I have three playlists for when I run and was looking for something new. This one was great and very inspiring. I use it when I go on long runs on the weekends.
What a great list of songs! Love this playlist ;)
Your list running music is very great for me.
Thank you so much, Jenae.
Love this list and all the comments. I’m looking for ways to keep Christ front and center and I think music has a big influence in my life. Most of the Cristian music I enjoy won’t power me through a dreaded run but I think these will be great options.
This my running list for up best and get going:
“I like to win” Shonlock
“300 Violin Orchestra” by Jorge Quintero
“Psalms 46 (Lord of Host)” by Shane and Shane
Misfits Anthem -Radio Vision by Social Misfits Club
“Heartbeat”- Beckah Shae
“God Only Knows”- for King & County
https://open.spotify.com/user/upbubbles88/playlist/09OTXW4zW8QfNeGrvktm70
Warm up: “Back to the Garden” by Crowder (American Prodigal)
Thanks for all the great suggestions! My all time favorite is Stronger by Mandisa. Always seems to come on at the right time. Power by We Are Messengers (double time). Famous For by Tauren Wells. Together by King & Country.
I need the beat to get a decent pace and these help me.