4 great headphones to wear when working out

Nearly two-thirds of headphone users listen to music or other forms of audio while they exercise, according to research firm NDP.If you're among them, what's important is a pair of headphones that's sweat-resistant, lightweight, rugged, and able to stay in place when you exercise.The workout headphones here tick all of those boxes.Two of the workout headphones listed here, the Jabra and the Beats by Dre, include Bluetooth.We don't consider that a requirement for exercise, but it's useful: With either model, you can connect wirelessly to a smartphone or laptop from up to 30 feet awayand that means you can go for a run without having wires flapping against your neck.If you can, try on these workout headphones in the store to make sure they're comfortable and secure.SEE ALSO:5 simple tricks that will help you eat healthierScosche SportClip 3 HeadphonesThe Scosche SportClip 3workout headphones are billed as splashproof and dustproof; in our testing, they provided very good sound quality. A set of earhooks help them stay securely in place even if your bobbing and weaving through a kickboxing workout. It's a small detail, but we like the carrying bag, which keeps the wires from getting tangled up in your backpack or purse.Price: $30Related:Top headphones for $200 or lessJabra Sport Pulse Wireless HeadphonesThe Jabra Sport Pulseworkout headpones combine elements of in-ear and earbud earphones and delivers very good sound quality, along with the convenience of Bluetooth connectivity. What sets this model apart is that it has a built-in heart-rate monitor function: A sensor in the earbuds picks up the wearers heart beat, and a free mobile app (on your iPhone or Android device) calculates the heart rate. Our tests found the app to be impressively accurate.Price: $200Bose FreeStyle HeadphonesThe Bose FreeStyle headphones are good-looking workout headphones that come in one of two bold colors: ice blue or indigo. They work with all Apple devices, but aren't compatible with every non-Apple phone. The Freestyle comes with three Stayhear earpieces, which combine elements of in-ear and earbud-style earphones. Once you choose the right size, they provide a very secure and stable fit, even when you're extremely active. The sound quality is very good, with a warm character.Price: $130Related: 8 steps for staying healthier longerSee the rest of the story at Business Insider NOW WATCH: People were baffled by 50 sharks circling in shallow waters off the English coast
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