The Best Music Tempo for a Boxing Workout
On a music boxing machine the song sets the pace of the workout. Pick the right tempo and the round takes care of itself. Tempo is measured in beats per minute, or BPM.
A simple BPM guide
- 90 to 110 BPM: warm-up and cool-down. Relaxed pop, R&B and classic hip-hop.
- 110 to 130 BPM: steady rounds. Most pop, dance-pop and funk. Good for practicing combinations.
- 130 to 150 BPM: high intensity. House, EDM and fast rock. Great for a hard push.
- 150 BPM and up: sprints. Drum and bass, punk and hard dance. Keep these short.
Build a 15-minute playlist
Use a wave: one slow song, two medium songs, one fast song and one slow song to finish. Your heart rate climbs gradually and comes back down before you stop.
Tempo and speed levels work together
BeatJab has nine speed levels on top of your music. A medium song on a high speed level can feel tougher than a fast song on a low level. Change one thing at a time to find what suits you.
How to find a song's BPM
Search the song title with "BPM" online, or look for ready-made workout playlists sorted by tempo in your music app.
More playlist tips
- Choose songs you love. You will punch harder to a favorite.
- Songs with a strong, clear beat are easier to follow than slow ballads.
- Refresh your playlist every couple of weeks to keep sessions fun.
Connect your phone over Bluetooth, press play and let the lights do the coaching.