“I would say the theme of this playlist would be something old, something new, (nothing borrowed) but definitely something blue!” Manal Rostom— pioneering long-distance runner, coach and trainer— tells Apple Music. “This is the kind of music I listen to as a third culture kid who grew up with six different cultures—hence you’ll find a mix of some Egyptian, Lebanese, local [music], hip hop and more! The music I listen to has to take me somewhere, and remind me of something. I would take this playlist for a run or a workout in the desert, the beach or a rooftop. Have fun with it! It’s fast-paced, dynamic and will put a smile on your face throughout your workout. If you’re running a sub four-hour marathon—please try my playlist! Warning and a heads up: the last few songs I would use for cool down, stretching or just chillaxing after your workout. Lots of nostalgia in this playlist. Throwing it back to the ’90s, Y2K and some of the recent hits from our crazy 2020! I hope you love it as much I do.”