Fall 2021 Spin Playlists

You asked for more, so I’m coming atcha with not one but TWO Fall 2021 Spin Playlists.

I’ve noticed lately that Google searches for my spin playlist posts have been greater than usual. And it’s no surprise why—2020 prompted many of us to get a spin bike at home, and it’s easier than ever to get an amazing cardio workout on your own, without the studio prices or commute. Working out at home is so efficient. It’s what I’ve been doing since I stopped teaching spin professionally. I love it, and I’m here to help you get your daily movement in with these two spicy Fall 2021 Spin Playlists.

Looking for more? I’ve shared tons of spin playlists on the blog over the years—you can find them here. Don’t miss this awesome playlist from Spring 2021!

It’s also always so important to spin with proper form, both for your body’s health and so you can get the most out of your workout! Learn about proper spin form here.

I was a spin instructor for about 5 years in San Diego.

I love this workout because, for me at least, it doesn’t feel like you’re working out because you get to jam to awesome music. This is actually a form of active meditation—you find a sense of FLOW riding to the beat of the music. It lights my body up.

Plus, spin is a wonderful cardio option because it’s low impact—easier on your joints. But it really gets your heart rate up and is a highly effective workout! I teach in an intervals style, meaning we alternate from faster tempos to slower, kind of like riding over a bunch of hills. You push yourself and then get the chance to recover, and repeat. This keeps your cortisol down (we don’t need to feel more stressed while you work out, life is intense enough) and is the best method for strengthening your heart.

I recently had an appointment with a Neurosurgeon about some disk degeneration I have in my neck (this is why I’m really big on neck wellness), and asked him for tips to maintain a healthy spine as I age. One of his top tips was to avoid impact activities like running! Another great excuse to ditch the running shoes for some spin shoes (these Slipstream shoes from TIEM are my personal favorite).

How to do this class:

This is a 45 minute spin class where you ride to the beat of the music (like SoulCycle). If you struggle with rhythm, do your best. Find the beat and then think Right Foot, Left Foot, Right, Left etc.

Always make sure you have plenty of resistance on. For most bikes, at least 2 full turns on your dial is a good minimum. You should always feel a little resistance under your feet but also be able to keep up with the beat.

There’s always the option to go faster or slower, of course—you’re in charge, so listen to your body. Push yourself, but not in a punishing way, you know? I always teach to work out with self love as the guiding light.

I’ve also added optional choreography to do whenever the chorus of each song drops!

Here are the Fall 2021 Spin Playlist breakdowns, with choreography:

Playlist #1

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  • Take My Breath by The Weeknd: Pulse Elbows Down (towards handlebars)
  • Up by Cardi B: Ride As Fast As You Can
  • Wellerman – Sea Shanty / 220 KID x Billen Ted Remix by Nathan Evans: Sprints
  • Die A Little Bit by KDA, Tinashe, Ms Banks, Karnage Kills: Travels (move hips to the front of the saddle then back)
  • MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) by Lil Nas X: Tapbacks(tap hips to back of the saddle)
  • Cambia el Paso by Jennifer Lopez: Slow Figure 8s (move hips to the back of the saddle and then the front, tracing a figure 8 side to side)
  • 13 Missed Calls by Zach Hood: Waltz (goes in counts of 3 instead of two — think right, left, right – left, right, left)
  • Off Of My Mind by Icona Pop + VIZE: Travels (move hips to the front of the saddle then back)
  • Hero – Dubvision Remix by Afrojack, David Guetta, Dubvision: Sprints
  • All About You – Tensnake Remix by The Knocks, Tensnake, Foster The People: Weights 
  • Rise by Lost Frequencies: Your Choice (do whatever you want)
  • Pepas by Farruko: Sprints
  • telepatía by Kali Uchis – Cool-down Stretch

 

Playlist #2

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  • Mad World by Timmy Trumpet, Gabry Ponte: Pulse Elbows Down (towards handlebars)
  • Bad Habits by Ed Sheeran: Motorcycles (lean to the right and left with your torso)
  • Enigma – Doss Remix by Lady Gaga, Doss: Sprints
  • Thunder by Gabry Ponte, LUM!X, Prezioso: Push Out/In
  • Met Him Last Night – Dave Audé Remix by Demi Lovato, Ariana Grande, Dave Audé: Push Up/Tapbacks
  • Rumors by Lizzo, Cardi B: Travels (move hips to the front of the saddle then back)
  • STAY by The Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber: Tapbacks (tap hips to back of the saddle)
  • edamame by bbno$, Rich Brian: Slow Figure 8s (move hips to the back of the saddle and then the front, tracing a figure 8 side to side)
  • Love Tonight – David Guetta Remix by Shouse, David Guetta: Sprints
  • Gimme More – Junkie XL Remix by Britney Spears, Junkie XL: Weights 
  • Inner Light by Elderbrook, Bob Moses: Your Choice (do whatever you want)
  • One Last Time by Alesso, DubVision: Sprints
  • Rather Be by D-Nice, Kiana Ledé – Cool-down Stretch

I hope these two Fall 2021 Spin Playlists inspire you to have a fun time doing your next workout!

Happy riding.

xo,

Amy

What songs should I put in my next spin playlist? I’m putting it together—Share your current favorite songs with me in the Comments below! And stay tuned for next month for a very special Christmas themed spin class…

Photo by Cole Untiedt from my days teaching at Pure Indoor Cycling in San Diego

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