How To Run With Your Phone

How do you carry your mobile phone when running? Maybe it's not something you've ever thought about, but if you're going on a longer run, you might want the extra security, just in case! With that in mind, Heather has been exploring all the options for you!

We do seem to be attached to our mobile phones in our day to day life, when you’ve got a handbag or jean back pocket it’s not a problem, but when it comes to carrying your phone on a run it poses some challenges.

As we started to cover longer distances we realised we needed to find a way to have it as back up. There are plenty of options out there, Heather thought she'd give a few a try, to help you choose what can work for you.

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Do you run with your phone when running? Do you have any tips? Let us know

[joannascholl]

Yes I do run with my phone. However it does affect my arm swing. When I run without my phone I feel more freedom but I need to run with it because I don't have a running watch.

[aastha]

i just don't wanna run without listening to music

[yrnseventh]

The reason why i always bring my phone when i run is the tracker app because i can't afford any of that super smartwatch lol

[ered_lithui]

It‘s rather surprising that in 2020 there are still companies manufacturing running clothes without phone pockets, anyway. That‘d be the first thing coming to my mind if I had to design stuff like that..

[closmasmas]

I just hold it in my hands and pretend it’s a baton from a track relay

[JIMMYHIBBS]

Always run in cycling tops - back pockets for the win

[BrysonBlt]

I'm a casual / moderate runner, new to it this season (more-so in love with barbells, and having a COVID-affair with cardio). Snagged a running/racing belt and it has changed my run completely; no bouncing pockets, can stick a granola or protein bar in there for the long runs, and best of all, no key noise!

[TR-wmsg]

I love my FlipBelt! I've been using it for several months and it hasn't lost a bit of elasticity. It's amazing how much you can cram into it! And, like Heather said, you truly don't know it's there. One thing I do differently than what was shown in the video: when I put my phone in a front pocket of the belt, like Heather did, I then turn the belt around so the phone is over the small of my back instead. It vanishes -- I completely forget it's there. Oh, and there's a clip in one of the pockets for you to put a key on -- very secure!

The video I needed! I run holding the phone in my hand, it isn't exactly comfortable but one gets used to it; I switch hands from time to time when the hand holding the phone feels heavy or enervating.

[sarahlevine]

I mean yea we’re attached to them but as a female running without a phone is a really dumb idea

[rohanchoudhary]

Am I the only one who carries phone in hand while running

[pord]

Always take it for a few reasons... 1 audiobooks and 2 incase of emergency to name some.

Also use a flipbelt to carry mine.

[Hana-F]

Actually can't stand carrying anything in my hands when running! 😂 running belt for me, or a very light backpack if I need to take water for the longer runs.

[lofotenbajas]

Flipbelts are so good that you forget that you have your phone with you!

[typie]

I carry my phone in the pocket of my running vest. It's important to remember that phones are electronic devices, therefore using anything that traps moisture (sweat) is going to damage your phone battery in the long term.

Breathable material or at the very least a vest pocket that allows the circulation of air.

[GrooveyBobby]

I run with my 4 legged mate, so I have a belt from DOOG, his running lead clips on, my keys and my phone go in the pocket. It’s snug and even has some plastic bags for 4 legged runners belly. It’s a bit expensive but so worth, the price 🐶👟👟

[Crymerge]

I have used the same Flipbelt for the last 3 years. No issues whatsoever. Carries my phone, keys, water, and nutrition. I recommend it.

[frankmesen]

I got used to just hold it on my hand, because I wear earphones as well. It's not that comfortable, but you get used to it

[Mntaroo]

quad lock arm band/mount is my solution across everything. I have a quad lock case on my iPhone, it locks onto the arm band for running, and locks onto a mount that i have across all 4 of my bikes, tri bike, road bike, MTB bike and motobike, locks in and out easy as, and it protects my phone from being dropped, just like a normal cover.