"If I Can't Have You" by Yvonne Elliman (3:00) – It’s hard to pick a song from the Saturday Night Fever Soundtrack without picking all the songs. I’ve decided for both time’s sake and the spirit of the song to pick Yvonne Elliman’s contribution. It’s the slowest song on this list, but it’s always good to have a variation in your pace. There's a lot of Bee Gees songs out there, so this is a welcome change.
"It Only Takes a Minute Girl" by Tavares (4:03) – The lightheartedness of the disco sound covers up the disparity of this song. It talks about unemployment and being unsuccessful, but the inclusion of this song points the idea of working out with just a few minutes can create a difference to one's self image.
"Funkytown" by Lipps, Inc. (3:59) – I don’t know a single person that hasn’t heard this song. It is horrendously catchy and lighthearted. For runners and joggers this song emphasizes the idea of moving. Songs that use the words “move” and “run” actually motivate me to actually move and run. I guess I’m a sucker for subliminal messages.
"Knock on Wood" by Amii Stewart (5:39) – If you interpret this song for weight loss instead of a relationship, it is a little eerie. Though it does seem concurrent to think that love making is better when healthier, health is always going to be a concern.
For the next two songs, pick which one fits your running situation better.
For The Guys: "Macho Man" by The Village People (3:30) – I just imagine the Olivia-Newton John video for “Physical” when I hear this song. Men working hard on their bodies to impress the ladies (or if you’re like the Village People, the guys). This song just motivates me to pump my fists and look like an ass. It also makes me want to run up stairs.
For The Ladies: "Ladies Night (Single Version) Kool & The Gang (3:28) – Have you ever tried to “model walk” more than a few feet? Cross one leg in front of the other while having a slight sway in the arm for a mile. It hurts almost as much as running that same mile. The models have long struts so it also can help teach the normal person a correct leg distance when walking. Granted most people don’t walk with one foot in front of the other, but the model walk is a great alternative.
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