Ever notice how a new album from your favorite artist can get you stoked to work out? Us, too—music can have that effect on you. That’s why, with help from our music partner Spotify, Fitbit is bringing your health and fitness experience to new volumes with curated music playlists.
Yes, you heard that right—ranging from consistently paced music for a longer run, to faster tempo tunes for HIIT, and slower paced jams for recovery or yoga, you’ll have access to different playlists of curated music for different types of activity.
Keep reading to learn all about the new playlists and start reaching your health and fitness goals to the beat of your own drum.
What are Fitbit’s curated music playlists?
We know that playlists aren’t ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to workouts. So, together we created five playlists for Spotify.* All playlists use beats per minute (BPM) ranges to keep you motivated with the music for different types of activity.
Here are a few examples of some of the playlists you’ll find on the music services:
- AZM Workout (builds BPM over time): This playlist builds intensity over time to help you hit your AZM goal.
- Chill Beats (60-100 BPM): Chill, steady songs ideal for yoga or mat classes.
- Find your pace (BPM: 115-120): Ideal for long runs, bike, walking.
- Sync Your Stride (130-145): Ideal for syncing your pace with the rhythm when spinning, or even during power yoga.
- Take It to the Max (150-170): High-intensity music for when you need that extra push. Use it for sprint workouts or HIIT classes.
How do I access the playlists from my Fitbit device?
Ready to face the music? It’s simple—access the playlists from your Fitbit device by heading to the App Gallery in the Fitbit mobile app to download Spotify. You can even access the playlists on the go, from your phone to your car or your smartspeaker, get your jam sessions wherever you are.
Premium subscriptions are required for the use of the music services and through Fitbit, you’ll get access to free trials for Spotify. Plus, get a free 6-month trial of Fitbit Premium with Fitbit Sense—discover patterns and insights from your Fitbit data and get personalized guidance to reveal a healthier, stronger you. Read more about what’s included in your Fitbit Premium membership here.
After you’ve downloaded the app to your device, connecting your accounts and accessing the curated playlists is easy. Here’s the breakdown:
- Connect your Spotify account to Fitbit by going to the Media tile within the Fitbit mobile app and logging in to your Spotify account by clicking on Settings.
- Use “Spotify – Connect & Control” app to control your music from your wrist. Your phone must be nearby to use.
- Compatible Fitbit devices include: Charge 4, Ionic, Versa, Versa 2, Versa Lite, Versa 3 and Sense.
- Access the curated playlists by viewing the Fitbit profile on Spotify.
- Spotify is available globally.
It’s no secret that music is one of our best motivational tools, so plug in, focus up, and get started today.
* Spotify is worldwide.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine.
Kelsey Maloney
A New Jersey native, Kelsey Maloney is an Associate Editor at Fitbit currently living out her California dream in San Francisco. After receiving her Bachelor of Art's degree in Journalism, she backpacked for a year to several countries around the world, including to her favorite city – Cape Town, South Africa. She then made the leap to the West Coast to pursue her writing and editing career, formerly at Sunset Magazine. Kelsey is a travel and hot yoga enthusiast with an adoration for live music, the great outdoors, Annie’s mac and cheese, and a Hazy IPA.
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