- Exclusive feature for Premium iOS users in select markets that adapts the music tempo to the running pace.
- Full integration into the Fitness Hub with 25 predefined routines and advanced customization options.
- Ability to configure interval, pyramid or constant pace workouts with optional voice guidance.
If you're someone who can't take a single step without music, you'll be happy to know that Spotify has decided to shake things up with its new Running Mode . This tool isn't your typical playlist that you just play and forget about; it's a smart feature designed so the soundtrack moves in time with your legs, adapting to each phase of your workout so you don't lose your rhythm or motivation.
The idea behind this new feature is simple: to stop wasting time struggling with your phone to find the perfect song and instead focus on burning calories and enjoying the journey. Thanks to the integration of artificial intelligence technologies, the app can now organize songs according to tempo and your personal preferences, creating a much smoother and more professional experience than before.
What exactly does career mode consist of?
This system has been integrated into the Fitness Hub , the section of the app dedicated to exercise, which was launched in April thanks to a partnership with Peloton. Its most powerful feature is that it doesn't just offer a generic list of workouts, but allows you to choose from 25 pre-configured programs to ensure your training is meaningful from warm-up to cool-down.
When setting up your session, you have complete control over several key parameters. You can decide whether you want to do a continuous run, interval training, or the pyramid method , and you can also adjust the total duration of the activity. But the coolest part is that you can define the beats per minute (BPM) and the music genre, allowing Spotify's AI to select and order the songs to perfectly match the effort you're putting in at any given moment.
Technical details and audio guides
To make the experience complete, the platform has included audio prompts that act like a personal trainer, alerting you to changes in the running phase. However, there is a small drawback: for now, these voice guides are only available in English , although they are entirely optional and don't abruptly cut off the music.
This advancement is actually an evolution of the tests Spotify had been conducting with prompt-based playlists . The company realized that many people were using AI to create sports playlists, so they decided to professionalize the tool by creating this specific mode that guarantees a continuous musical flow without annoying skips.
Who can use it and where is it available?
Here's where the bittersweet news comes in. For now, Running Mode is a perk for those with a Premium subscription and using an iPhone (iOS) . Geographically, the rollout has begun in markets such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden.
If you live in Spain or Mexico , you'll have to be patient because these regions aren't part of the first wave of the launch. There's also no concrete news on when it will arrive on Android. However, users who don't have access to this feature can still search for "Running" in the app's search bar to find running apps or personalized playlists that, while they don't automatically sync with your pace, are still a great option for training.
Other new features: User Notes
Taking advantage of the new features, Spotify has also launched User Notes , an option that doesn't require a Premium account and is open to users 16 and older. This tool lets you add short personal notes to the songs in your playlists, explaining, for example, why you added that track or what memories it evokes.
To activate it, simply go to the list, tap the three dots, and select "Add Note ." This feature aims to make our music collections much more human and personal, differentiating itself from competitors like YouTube Music or Apple Music by turning the playlist into a visible music diary for anyone who has access to it.
In short, Spotify is transforming the fitness experience by integrating AI into the Fitness Hub to offer customizable running routines on iOS for Premium users in certain countries, while adding layers of social personalization with notes in songs, although the Spanish market is still waiting for the running feature.