Right, it is the new year, so I would like to know.

What earphones or headphones should I buy?

I do casual running on busy/noisy roads, as well as in the quiet countryside.

I also do races, particularly parkrun, so hearing callouts is useful.

My main concern is battery life, as my current airpods (they have been excellent, but are nearly 5 years old now) die within an hour, which is very frustrating. I would like earphones that could survive a full average-pace marathon (I do not achieve sub-2-hours (yet!)).

Running headphones are for people who prefer their jogging outside and thus need to be able to hear their surroundings to stay safe.

Choosing the best ones for your needs should let you zone out to your favorite playlist or podcast without bouncing around, cutting out, or getting in your way.

A Lexicon of Listening Language for Active Listeners

IP (Ingress Protection) ratings are going to be important. Ingress Protection is directly related to how well or poorly headphones work when impacted by sweat or rain, after all.

Other terms to familiarize yourself with would be ‘wingtips’ and noise cancelling technology. For the tips, allowances are made to the physical design so that they’ll stay put, no matter the workout or the user’s ear shape. Noise cancelling is self-explanatory, with the devices muting ambient sounds so runners and gym rats can stay focused on their fitness playlist, not the sounds of traffic or your gym buddy’s grunting.

Activity-specific material durability is arguably an even greater headache when shopping for sports oriented gear; no one wants a material that’ll crumble after being exposed to salty perspiration for hours on end. Battery life, Bluetooth stability and reliability, all of these factors and more need to line up and be accounted for when researching the best headphones for running and workouts.

Key Points You Need To Know Before Buying

• A design that allows some external noise to get in‚ which is of important for safety when running outside.

• Sweat and water resistance is a must. so their warranties likely won’t cover moisture damage.

• Comfort is always important, but If they fall out, chafe, or snag, you won’t want to use them.

• Ease of use matters more than anything. You don’t want to have to stop to skip a track or adjust the volume.

Top 8 Best Running Headphones/Earbuds To Buy Right Now!

• Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds

• Beats Fit Pro Wireless Earbuds

• Jabra Elite 8 Active Wireless Earbuds

• Apple AirPods Pro 2

• Sony WF-SP800 Sports Wireless Earbuds

• Sennheiser Momentum Sport Wireless Earbuds

• JBL Reflect Aero TWS Earbuds

• Bose Ultra Open Wireless Earbuds