Runner at night representing Spotify Running Mode and BPM-based running music

Spotify Running Mode: Why BPM-Based Running Music Could Change How We Train

For years, runners have built playlists around a simple idea: find music that feels right, press play and start moving. Spotify is now making the relationship between music and running considerably more deliberate. On July 30, 2026, Spotify introduced Running Mode, a personalized experience that transforms playlists into running sessions based on workout goals, musical …