Spotify users and fitness enthusiasts often turn to specific themes to push through discomfort, like the "cryotherapy" trend of 2018.
: Powerful tracks like "Shallow" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper and "This Is Me" from The Greatest Showman were cited as top uplifting songs of the year.
Beyond the December-specific hits, several Hollywood-style tracks and English motivational songs defined the year's fitness landscape:
The end of 2018 saw a mix of high-energy trap, classic anthems, and contemporary hits dominate motivational workout playlists. According to rankings from Women's Running , the top songs specifically trending in December 2018 included: : Benny Blanco & Calvin Harris (123 BPM) Runnin : Mike WiLL Made-It, A AP Ferg & Nicki Minaj (124 BPM) No Candle No Light : ZAYN & Nicki Minaj (121 BPM)
: Eminem continued to dominate gym playlists with "Till I Collapse" and "Lose Yourself" remains a staple for perseverance. Kendrick Lamar’s "All The Stars" and "Pray For Me" (from Black Panther ) were also heavily featured in Spotify's Best of 2018 Workout Playlist .