Is there anything worse than forgetting your headphones when you're embarking on a run? You've already garnered up the motivation to actually go out so you NEED your trusty playlist to accompany you - it's basically the law.
While your regular day-to-day headphones are perfectly fine for running with, you haven't experienced your true Rocky moment until you've invested in a set created especially for exercising. They resist sweat, won't fall out of your ears as you go and provide superior sound quality... so you can pretend you're in a music video, obviously.
We all know that wireless is king when it comes to activewear, so we've listed our top picks of the best running headphones to get your groove on during your next run.
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Best Running Headphones Closer
1 of 8Beats PowerBeats 3, £95
We've all heard of Beats, but these headphones are more than just a name. With an impressive 12-hour battery life, great audio profile and a really comfortable over-ear hook, these were made for runners. You can even run in the rain with these bad boys. amazon.co.uk
2 of 8Groov-e Action Headphones, £40
These headphones not only sound great, but keep you safe in the dark. The LED neckband has an off position, solid glow, slow flash and fast flash settings which change as you exercise so you'll always be seen. They feature eight hours wireless playback and the sweat-proof earbuds lock into place to give you crisp, clear sounds while you work out.amazon.co.uk
3 of 8AfterShokz Trekz Air (with carry case), £99.95
Want to try out bone conduction headphones? AfterShokz Trekz Air send the sound vibrations through your bones, stimulating your ears and allowing you to hear the music - a preference for many runners. If you often run on main roads, these are great for being aware of what's around you and offer six hours battery life.amazon.co.uk
4 of 8Bose SoundSport, £150
There isn't a wire in sight with these Bose earphones! You'll get high-quality audio, water resistant build and five hours of battery life. There are changeable buds to ensure that you can find the size for you, and there is even a Find My Bud app in case you drop one behind your sofa - clever, isn't it? amazon.co.uk
5 of 8Jaybird Run XT, £89
If fit is important to you, these headphones from Jaybird will tick all the boxes. Specifically designed for a sports fit, they fit snug in your ears. The sound quality is top notch and you can take calls thanks to a mic built into the right earbud, or summon Siri or Google Assistant if you've suddenly remembered to add something to your shopping list. Battery life is four hours, plus another eight hours back-up in the charging case.amazon.co.uk
6 of 8Skullcandy Method BT Sports Earbuds, £34.99
They might be down at the lower end of the budget but that doesn't mean these earbuds are any less deserving of being in the list. Comfortable and functional, the sweat-resistant earbuds provide a secure fit and nine hours of battery life.amazon.co.uk
7 of 8Sennheiser CX Sport, £89
Comfortable and light, Sennheiser CXs deliver brilliant audio, powered by a six hour battery. The in-ear fit is secure, so you never have to worry about falling buds. The controls are simple and responsive - a great all-rounder.amazon.co.uk
8 of 8Sony Xperia Ear Duo, £116.60
The Xperia Ear Duo makes running a productive pastime, as well as great exercise. You can enjoy music, make calls, listen to forecasts, check train times and more – all while still being able to hear the sounds around you. You can connect to Google and Siri, while enjoying a comfortable, ergonomic design. What's more, the volume automatically adjusts depending on your surroundings for an optimised audio. Game changer.amazon.co.uk
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