Summer '18 Ultimate Running Playlist

Are you spending the summer training or competing in a run like the OrthoCarolina Classic 10k?

We asked Charlotte athletes and runners to share their favorite run jams for this ultimate playlist. Whether you're just putting in some miles or competing in the OC Classic 10k or 5k, this playlist is ready to pump you up.

So put your earbuds in, check our what songs made the cut and don't miss the OrthoCarolina Classic Saturday, August 18.

CHECK OUT OUR PLAYLIST:

MEET THE MAKERS:

Aaron Dodge

You probably know him from: Amazing Instagram dancing, his work at The Littlefield Co

Follow him at: @aaron_dodge

New week / @panthers in training camp / head to South Africa tomorrow / screaming at everything in my way
A post shared by Dodge (@aaron_dodge) on Jul 30, 2018 at 4:29am PDT

Alicia Thomas

You probably know her from: Work For Your Beer

Follow her at: @aliciarthomas & @workforyourbeer

Meet @aliciarthomas, co-founder and content queen at @workforyourbeer

Asheton Brown

You probably know her from: All the fitness inspiration on her Insta and as a competitive runner

Follow her at: @smasheton

Here’s to the girls who run like girls. Keep doing you. Keep getting faster. Keep getting stronger. Keep showing the world what women are made of. Don’t stop because someone can’t handle your magic. This is your time to shine like the brilliant diamond you freaking are. ⚡️⚡️⚡️ @mvivancophotog #getitgirl #strongisbeautiful #runnergirl #strongwomen #likeaboss #shinebright #instarunners #athletelife #quadzilla #runtoinspire
A post shared by smasheton || asheton (@smasheton) on Jul 13, 2018 at 11:17am PDT

Jen Eddins

You probably know her from: Her blog, Peanut Butter Runner, and as a Charlotte yoga teacher and trainer

Follow her at: @jen_pbrunner

Concluded this morning’s yoga practice with some handstand play. First handstands without a baby in my belly in almost a year!!!

Lizzy Sirkin

You probably know her from: Charlotte Agenda

Follow her at: @charlotteagenda & @lizzysirkin

Went to the Blue Ridge Parkway with everyone else this weekend!! ⛰

Mike Dascal

You probably know him from: Beers and Burpees, an event bringing together a workout and beer all to raise money for Dream on 3, a local charity granting sports wishes for children with life-altering conditions

Follow him at: @beers_and_burpees

That time 3 dudes all showed up at the gym in the same exact outfit. And then took a picture together.

Sarah Hayes Harkins

You probably know her from: Dancer with Charlotte Ballet

Follow her at: @sarahayess

Shoot from a while back with @laurelbelleclt ... needing some motivation and encouragement today, adulting is hard

Shannon Houlihan & Paul Harrold

You probably know them from: Para Guide, a non-profit connecting sited guides with visually impaired individuals for athletic endeavors like running, cycling and swimming

Follow them at: @para_guide

All podium finishes today for Team Para Guide! Davian Robinson, Paul Harrold, & Gray Riley won the Short course relay, plus beat the overall winner for the Short course! For the Long course,Chad Bennett was 1st Masters, 1st AG & 6th OA, and Shannon Gibbs Houlihan was 1st Masters, 1st AG, & 4th OA female. Nice work team! @orthocarolina @performancetherapy @crcpromenade @ncvelo @altrarunning @ownwayapparel
A post shared by Para Guide (@para_guide) on Apr 29, 2018 at 12:57pm PDT

Zack Luttrell

You probably know him from: Roaring Riot

Follow him at: @roaringriotz

We got @roaringriotz to take the new membership shirt out for a ride this weekend to do some QA and to make sure it’s built for speed and comfort. #ChangeTheCulture #KeepPouding #DoYouRiot
A post shared by Roaring Riot (@roaringriot) on Apr 28, 2018 at 12:23pm PDT

Ready to see what kind of jams our friends have put together for your run? Check out the playlist.

Want to jam to this list at a race? Register today for the OrthoCarolina Classic.