It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!  It’s hard to be in a bad mood this month ~ I’m excited I can officially play the holiday playlist on my IPod.  To get in the holiday spirit, even on the winding treadmill, here’s seasonal music guaranteed to make your workout jollier.  This playlist serves as a nice break from the usual Top 40 tunes.  It was hard for me to narrow down this list!  I’ve included a balance of old classics, newer releases, and unique remixes to keep boredom at bay. Enjoy!

White Is In the Winter Night by Enya . . . a beautiful, happy, new modern classic and a perfect beginning to warm you up.

Jingle Bells (Robbie Hardkiss Remix) by Duke Ellington . . . this is the jazziest version of “Jingle Bells” I’ve ever heard!  I couldn’t find a decent video for this one; but, trust me, this one is definitely treadmill (and dance floor) worthy.  You can listen to a portion of it HERE. (remember, Duke Ellington version, not Nat King Cole’s)

Deck the Rooftop by Glee Cast . . . Fun and more fun!!

Christmas Wrapping by The Waitresses . . . perfect beat for stepping/running and fun, fun storyline with a happy ending – what more do you need?!

All I Want for Christmas is You by Mariah Carey (the original) . . . a holiday playlist would not be complete without including this song.

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus by the John Mellencamp . . . my favorite version of this song!

I Saw Three Ships by Sting . . . such an awesome, awesome song.  Gotta love Sting!!

Joy to the World by Mannheim Steamrollers . . . I’ve always wanted to choreograph a large group dance to this.  After my success with my school’s flash mob, I just may do that!! (if you prefer, choose Mariah Carey’s Joy to the World instead – it was a toss up for me with this song!)

White Christmas (Ken Andrews Remix) by Bing Crosby . . . this unique version is electrified for moving.  It’s the middle of your workout; you need the pick-me-up.  No video for this one either . . . I found mine on ITunes.  You can listen to a portion of it HERE.

Sleigh Ride by Johnny Mathis . . . this classic (to offset the preceeding remix) makes me all warm and fuzzy, think of Grandma & Grandpa, and recall Christmases past!  This brings back that magical Christmas feeling!

Maybe This Christmas by Ron Sexsmith . . . I originally heard this on an old favorite show, The O.C.  The lyrics are beautiful . . . a soothing cooldown.

Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24) by Trans-Siberian Orchestra . . . compilation worthy of goosebumps and inspiring cool downs. (double click to watch on YouTube)

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