THE TOP FIVE: songs to motivate you

When I'm feeling sluggish and need some pep in my step, these are my fail-safe mood-uppers.

1. Pony by Ginuwine

   Always a great track but made even greater by its use in the first Magic Mike movie. Instantly recognisable opening chords and then the immediate desire - no, the compulsion - to emulate Channing Tatum bumping and grinding on a workbench with a…um…oh, you know…a thingummy that sparks…the one you wear a mask with…a lathe? Whatever.