I was recently contacted by an online marketing company out of the UK that is working with the company AudioFuel to build a “running soundtrack” for the Virgin London Marathon. Basically, they know that us runners are often pretty passionate about what tunes get us moving on a run, so they are reaching out to runners worldwide to gather input to build a massive playlist for the event. The list will later be available for download via iTunes.
I think it’s pretty cool that they recognize the powerful motivation that can come from music and are trying to tailor their event to meet those needs. So much so, they even have an entire website setup about the concept: Music and Motivation. That site features playlists from celebrity runners and tips to help you keep your mental edge.
Here’s where all of us come into play… They want runners to fill out a simple nomination form to share their favorite tunes.
Nominate the track that motivates you!
(Nominate by February 1!)
They have also provided me with a link so that all of you can download a free AudioFuel sampler.
(Now I just need to figure out how to get to London to run that race someday, right?)
Jill Will Run 
Jill – what a great idea – thanks so much for sharing this! I’ll have to really put some thought into this as I have a lot of “faves” I place strategically in my playlists for the harder portions or latter stages of a long run.
I do have quite a bit with a “London” flair – Iggy Pop, Clash etc. – you’ve given me quite a project.
Thanks again! Best from Austin – Joe
I LOVE The Clash… If “Rock the Casbah” comes on the car radio I have to listen to it all, even if I’ve just arrived at my destination.
How cool!!!
London is amazing. I went ten years ago and have wanted to go back ever since.
I went to London in 2001, it was actually just for a couple days because the bulk of my trip was spent in France. But I thought it was really interesting and I would love to go back to really explore the city!
I was just thinking today that I need better music for runs..especially treadmill runs. I have no problem enjoying the scenery outside–I sometimes listen to sermons, but I can’t do it on the treadmill!!! I’m ADD 🙂
I think I handle the treadmill better with music. Watching TV actually kind of annoys me because I have to turn it up so loud to hear it over the machine, it’s just annoying. If I have an interesting audiobook I can listen to that on the ‘mill… but most of the time music seems to propel me forward on the treadmill better than anything else!
Super cool! I just nominated “Running Down a Dream” by Tom Petty. The words could not be more perfect.
The London Marathon is my #1 running dream…I regret not putting my name in the lottery for this year. I’m definitely applying starting 2012 (hopefully I’ll get lucky right away). I’ll have to check out that London Marathon playlist when it’s available!