Anthems of Fitness: What Songs Are Moving You?

Whether you are running outdoors, taking a spin class or lifting at the gym—music can help move you.

We asked a few of our Wellness Champions what tunes are getting them moving this summer.

• Christina Rosenmeier, an ERP Systems Functional Analyst with the Human Resources Department, has an eclectic playlist from Katy Perry to Poison. Top picks include “Country Grammar” by Nelly, “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira, “Time for Me to Fly” by REO Speedwagon and “Panama” by Van Halen. Rosenmeier’s workout activities include hiking and cardio at the gym.

• Pedro Garcia, an Office Assistant in Child Welfare Services, is working out to electronica music. Garcia said the music motivates him while lifting weights and playing racquetball. His playlist includes “Summer” by Calvin Harris, “Catch Tomorrow” by Afrojack featuring Sting, and Tiesto vs. Twoloud’s remix of Galantis’ “You.”

• Heidi Lowe, the Chief Deputy Registrar with Public Health Services’ Epidemiology and Immunizations Services Branch, is taking Zumba to stay fit. Her top songs are all danceable: “Move Your Body” by Beyoncé, “Pause” by Pitbull and “Prrumm” by Cosculluela.

Are you sweating to the oldies? Running to Rihanna? Or pumping iron to Iron Maiden? Let us know what’s on your summer workout playlist.