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Fitness-friendly headphones

Jasmine France Jasmine France, Senior Associate Editor September 3, 2009

Swimsuit season is almost over for many of us, so it's about time to buckle down on that fitness regimen and do some last-minute toning. Dragging yourself to the gym day after day can be such a chore, which is why you should make sure you're motivated once you get there. Music is the perfect way to add some fun to any workout. You can start by picking up a gym-worthy MP3 player. Or if you already have a device well suited to your fitness routine (most flash-based players will do), consider picking up a fitness-friendly pair of headphones. Trust us: there's nothing more irritating than constantly reinserting an earbud during long periods of bouncy activity. All the pairs below offer a secure fit, so you can avoid the dangle, and some even offer Bluetooth functionality, allowing you to cut the cord out of the equation entirely.

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The Bottom Line The Nike Aero Sport Headphones may not sound great, but they're an inexpensive option for fitness-fiends who dig on the super sleek, ultra sweatproof design. The Sony MDR-AS40EX earphones are a good choice for fitness fiends with limited cash to spend and a preference for an earclip design. The JayBird Endorphin Rush earphones are a good choice for active people who want secure fitting earbuds without sacrificing bass or overall sound quality. Ultimate Ears' no-frills Super.fi 3 Studio in-ear headphones deliver a clear, balanced audio response. This set should be your top choice in the $100 price range. The Altec Lansing BackBeat 906 is a ruggedly-constructed, thoughtfully conceived, and sonically impressive stereo Bluetooth headset, but the one-size-fits-all design may disappoint some users. The JayBird JB-200i Bluetooth Stereo Headset is a nice option for active types who want a super low-profile set of wireless earphones for their iPod.
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Headphones Form FactorInfo unavailableConvertible
In-ear ear-bud
In-ear canalphone
Behind-the-neck
In-ear ear-bud (with over-the-ear mount)
Sound Output ModeInfo unavailableStereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Connectivity TechnologyInfo unavailableWired
Wired
Wired
Wireless - Bluetooth
Wireless - Bluetooth 2.0
Headphones TypeInfo unavailableHeadphones - Binaural
Headphones - Binaural
Headphones - Binaural
Headphones - Binaural
Headphones - Binaural
Product TypeInfo unavailableHeadphones - Wired
Headphones - Wired
Headphones - Wired
Headphones - Wireless - Bluetooth
Headset - Wireless - Bluetooth 2.0
Product DescriptionInfo unavailableSony MDR AS40EX - Headphones
JayBird Endorphin Rush Athletic Earphones - Headphones
Ultimate Ears super.fi 3 Studio - Headphones
Altec Lansing BackBeat 906 - Headphones
JayBird JB-200i - Headset
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