Mood over miles
For Kimi, music is inseparable from running.
“I always run with music — in training and in competitions,” she says. “Every session, every run, and every day is unique. That’s exactly how I feel about choosing my music: it’s all about mood, not intensity.”
Her playlist changes depending on how she feels that day, but there’s one moment where it matters most — right before the start.
“That’s when I need music the most. It keeps my nerves in check and gives me that final boost of self-confidence. Without it, running wouldn’t feel the same for me.”
Kimi’s approach is deeply personal. Music isn’t just about beats per minute — it’s about emotional connection. She’s even named her running playlist Kimi’s Epics, a collection built to make her feel powerful from the first step.
Listen to Kimi’s Epics below!
Warming up the mind
Gordon’s relationship with audio on the run is more… eclectic.
“I’d reckon 90% of the time I’m running with headphones,” he says. “Only on long, remote trail sessions might I ditch them – partly to hear the sounds of nature, and partly so I’m not mauled by a mountain lion or bear.”
For the first miles of his runs, Gordon often listens to podcasts.
“It tunes the brain in and on,” he explains. “I’m warming up the body, doing a little self-assessment, then a light stretch before the main part of the run.”
Halfway through, though, the mood can shift.
“By then, some internal dialog is going hard. I need to hush that up and focus – open up the stride, play with speed. That’s when music comes in.”
While he doesn’t usually race with headphones, Gordon makes exceptions for big endurance challenges, like double marathons or extended marathon efforts. “In those types of runs, music helps me stay locked in – until I switch it off to feed off the crowd’s energy.
Listen to Gordon’s Run Mix below!
Their playlists
These aren’t just “top hits” — they’re personal soundtracks built for very specific moments in a run. Whether you’re looking for power, rhythm, or simply a fresh beat to get moving, Kimi and Gordon have you covered.
Kimi’s Epics
Gordon’s Run Mix
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