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With the scorching heat of July settling in, everyone could use a friendly reminder to have fun and keep moving—which is exactly what this new round of beats offers. Check them out to see if you can find your next summer fitness anthem:

This month’s new releases are all about raw emotion and messy transformations. No one said becoming your better self was going to be clean and easy—and these artists drive home that point. Check out these new mixes to see if you can find the musical motivation you’ve been searching for:

If you’re into fitness, you’ve probably studied the science behind building muscle and burning calories, but what about the science behind a great class playlist? 

A great playlist is the unsung hero of any fitness class, amplifying positive reinforcement and keeping the energy throughout the entire length of the class. For the perfect pump-up soundtrack, aim to hit the following notes:

This month’s new music is all about owning it—whether that refers to your Gucci cowboy hat, your juice, or your darkest tendencies. Allow these lovable bad boys and girls of country, rock, pop, and rap to inspire you to reach your fitness goals one way or another: