None of these headphones are going to make you go running. Nor will they techinically improve your lap time all on their own - but they are going to make it easier for you to hear that superb gym playlist you put together.
Which in turn will have massive benefit on your motivation, essentially giving you a technological pat-on-the-back as you reach that top step and punch the air in deeply embarrassing-not-embarrassing Rocky-fashion.
Whether you're running, cycling or gyming, these are the best sports 'phones you can stick in your ears.
Sony Smart B-Trainer
Best features
- Smart music playback will find songs to match your pace and encourage you to run faster
- Records your run with GPS, your heart rate and other stats to compile a full profile of your fitness
- 16GB of internal storage, so you don't need to take your phone with you
Jam Transit Micro Sport Buds
Best features
- Wireless Bluetooth connection, with 10 hours battery life
- Sweat-resistant build
- Secure fit with cord adjuster, ear hooks and spiraled ear bud design
Platronics BackBeat Fit
Best features
- Wireless, with eight hours of battery life
- Neat folding design
- Accessible controls built into ear units
PowerBeats 2 Wireless earphones
Sennheiser OCX 686 SPORTS
Best features
- Inline smart remote and mic compatible with Apple, Android and Windows devices
- Sweat and water resistant
- Strong, rugged build
JABRA SPORT PULSE WIRELESS EARPHONES
Best features
- Built-in heart monitor
- Made to "US military rain, shock, sand and dust standards", so they're tough
- Extensive app features, with run tracking and fitness monitoring
Klipsch S4i Rugged
Snugs Waterproof Full Shell Set
Best features
- Totally waterproof
- Custom built, to fit your ear perfectly
- Rugged metal construction
Gibson Trainer TH100/27 Sports Headphones
Best features
- Night Nav LED lights to keep you visible at night
- Flexible, rugged design
- SafeSound mode, which lets you crank down the volume and bass when you approach busy road junctions
Philips ActionFit
Bose SoundSport
Monster ISPORT VICTORY
Best features
- Washable design
- Magnetic Flux Tube cable (it won't break)
- Impressive sound quality
Yurbuds Leap Wireless
Sony Waterproof Walkman
Best features
- Internal storage so you don't need your smartphone connected to play music. You could arguably describe them as more of an mp3 player than earphones..
- Waterproof design, so safe to take for a dip in the pool
- Eight hour battery life
Pioneer SE-E721-K earphones
SMS Audio BioSport
Best features
- Heart-rate monitor and accompanying fitness app
- No charging required
- Comfortable ear-hook design