It's the middle of February, and our energy for New Year's resolutions is running low. Getting up early to hit the gym is getting really old, and let's face it, no one has the extra energy for a late night work out after class and work and everything else that must be done during the day. Still trying to get some kind of exercise in? I have found an alternative to the elliptical. Dancing!

I know it may sound silly but think of Zumba. The Latin music dance workout got super popular, because it was a fun way to burn tons of calories. But it doesn't have to be Zumba, or latin music. The whole point is to stay moving the entire time. The more you move and the bigger the moves, the more of a workout it is. Plus its super fun! And you can do it anytime (I highly recommend while doing laundry and other daily chores), and it doesn't require a trip to the gym.

I have gathered a list of 12 high energy songs from the 2000s to get you on your feet, burning calories, and having fun!

1. Usher - Yeah (2002)

2. All American Rejects - Dirty Little Secret (2005)

3. Cascada - Every Time We Touch (2006)

4. Baby Bash - Cyclone (2007)

5. Avril Lavigne - Girlfriend (2007)

6. Flo Rida - Apple Bottom Jeans/Low (2008)

7. Lady Gaga - Just Dance (2008)

8. Metro Station - Shake It (2008)

9. Jay Sean - Down (2009)

10. Ke$ha - Tik Tok (2009)

11. Chris Brown - Yeah 3X (2010)

12. Trey Songs - Bottoms Up (2010)