Comments on: Should you run with or without headphones?

By: Run Faster | Another Running Playlist

Run Faster | Another Running Playlist — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:13:41 +0000

[...] I’ve said before, I don’t always run with headphones, but I do like to run to music at least occasionally, and actually more often than not when [...]

By: kch

kch — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 19:01:19 +0000

Yes, I agree, the wrong music tempo can definitely mess with your pace.

I sometimes listen to podcast rather than music, but haven’t tried audio books yet. Long runs would be a great time to get into books that you wouldn’t otherwise have a chance to read!

By: jazzyjo

jazzyjo — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:48:56 +0000

I’ve never really been one to run with headphones mainly because the rhythm of the music messes with my foot cadence. When my main running buddy moved away last month, I didn’t have anyone to listen or talk to, so I’ve been taking Harry Potter on audio book with me on long runs. I’m still not crazy about being unable to hear what’s going on around me, but I like getting caught up in a book rather than having my (negative) thoughts take over my otherwise great run.

By: kch

kch — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:35:41 +0000

I agree, especially about not wearing headphones when running with other people. Seems sort of like going out to eat with someone and talking on your cellphone the entire time - it’s just plain rude!

By: crossn81

crossn81 — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:04:43 +0000

I think anytime you are running with other people you should avoid using headphones. Running is both an individual and group sport. It is kind of annoying in a race or group run for others around you to have their headphones on.

I never listen to mine when I’m at the local state park, too much natural beauty!