I like Wale for several reasons, but probably mostly because his name is pronounced “Wallay,” which is practically my dad’s name. And my dad is awesome. For real though, this is the time of year that I’m combing through my mp3s searching for tracks to motivate me while running. By the end of the season, I probably won’t even be wearing headphones. One, because I won’t need as much motivation anymore; Two, because I will likely have sweated another iPod to death. I know that this track is kind of old, but it is definitely not tired. Wale and Lady Gaga team up for “Chillin.” Yes, there is some swearin’. But this song gets me amped when playing in my ear-goggle turned up to 11. Press play.

What’s on your spring workout playlist?