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

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

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.

i just don't wanna run without listening to music

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

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..

Always run in cycling tops - back pockets for the win

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!

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.

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!

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.

Always take it for a few reasons... 1 audiobooks and 2 incase of emergency to name some. Also use a flipbelt to carry mine.

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 🐶👟👟

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

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

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

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.

I use a FlipBelt. Just finished my run and saw this video. Forgot I still had it on until after the video was over. It's that good.

Since I have a phone case I starting using 2 wrist bands and used those to secure the phone around my arm like an armband but it is more comfortable than most armbands with phone pouches. It also fits around any phone size and case size. It is also easy to access the phone if needed and the wrist bands are not costly at all, even for name brand ones.

Expect anytime calls from my Hospital so can't leave fone home when on run so I keep in zip pockets on my running shorts ! Good tips & topic Heather !

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

Wow i run with my phone like all the time, doesnt realize that i actially need this tips 😅 I prefer holding it with my right hand anyway, need that phone ready for a quick insta story

I use a special flexible belt with several pockets to wear a key, a phone etc. Very comfortable

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

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.

Thanks! I just went for my first run with a hydration vest for longer hotter trail runs out here in Colorado, and the phone worked great in the front pocket. I would have never thought to put it there and probably kept running with it in my back pocket of my short without this video.

I like to just hold my phone, swapping hands for all the runs up to 10k. Over that distance, I carry water on a belt that has a front pocket with a zipper and the phone goes there. Bluetooth headphones are a must coz screw them wires!

I can recommend those 2 in 1 shorts with the brief underneath having a phone pocket. It stays tucked away at your leg and doesn't swing around.

i use a race belt sorta thing from decathlon. it’s good!

I recently was in an experience where I was mugged while running, lost my phone, keys, wallet, etc. So I got a new phone, and now I have a holster to carry my handgun to protect my self. Its a good holster, and doesn't affect my running much.

I've been running with a waistband just like yours for almost 3 years now, and it works great. I have the phone there, a credit card, keys and a couple of wet wipes, just in case. When I run on a trail I do have a vest or a water belt, so the phone goes there, but some of those have only limited space, so for that occasion I actually have a separate, much smaller phone, just for running: mine is Unihertz Atom I bought off Kickstarter. It has everything I need: Strava, Garmin Connect, Audible, Spotify, and a camera, of course, and I don't need a larger phone while running anyway.

I've used the Fitletic Ultimate II run belt for years. Primarily because my insulin pump fits perfectly in the side pocket, but on the rare times I do actually run with my phone it fits easily in the main pouch. No bounce and barely shifts when running.

I live in the southeastern US. I've started sticking my phone in my hydration belt (which I carry due to summer weather). I only carry my phone in case I have an emergency.

Running with a phone in my hand is just something I’m use to. I run 50+ miles week & run sub 16:00 5k. I have a running watch but I only use it for workouts. I need my music during normal runs 😅 I definitely feel better without the phone but I just need it to get through runs that are 10+ miles

I keep my phone in my hand but I also keep a pure cotton (thick) towel or handkerchief so as to avoid those sweaty slippery moments when we are too tired..

I either carry it in my hand or put it in my pocket when I’m wearing my joggers that have zipper pockets. Thanks for the extra ideas though, I might try a running backpack/vest or a running belt in the future when I go for longer runs.

Flipbelt is the way to go. Love it!!!

Senita brand makes loads of sports bras with the back pocket (between the shoulder blades) and I love the several bras like those that I have. It doesn’t rub, I don’t even hardly feel the phone back there, but they also don’t bounce around. Highly recommend.

I bought one of those slim adjustable running belts that can hold my driver's license, car key, and my phone. Never have to hold anything in my hand or have anything in my pockets when I run now.

I find the back pocket in Decathlon running shorts is ideal, your phone just disappears you won’t know it’s there, pop it in a freezer bag when it’s raining

I run with a Nathan Running Belt. This way I can have my phone with me hands free, and not worry about about tightening my hands or arms in anyway. Secondary reason for me to have a phone is the activity tracker and rewards in Pokemon Go keeps me motivated on days I don't want to be running. :)

The T8 Sherpa shorts have changed my life. Room for everything I need for a sub 2 hour run. Anything longer and I'll bring a vest.

Initially i used to carry my phone with hands and did running but for long runs its not fesable, i purchased a elastic skin-tight shots with pocket to hold mobile. Now it's working fine for me.

Made my own by adapting a pouch to the back of the Gopro shoulder strap, very solid, comfortable and safe.

I use a chest strap from the brand free- train and it just clips on when running you even forget it’s there, I would recommend especially for long runs.

An excellent option is the Spibelt. It’s a super minimalist waistband with a neoprene type pocket for you phone. You can tighten it right up and your phone won’t move. I sprint in it and have run a marathon in it. Can’t recommend it enough.

My Garmin watch has been a massive quality of life upgrade. I don't need to carry my phone on my runs anymore and it is fantastic.

I love the freedom of running shorter distances without a phone. But I bring my phone on longer runs or when on the trails in case of emergency.

OMG this is da best video on KZfaq and on universe

Another vote for the “Freetrain” vest here. Keeps the phone securely held in the centre of the chest where it interferes the least with my running, yet is very accessible when needed.

I have my phone in a bum bag, my inhaler in my back pocket and I run with a backpack. I do this to add weight over time so that I can run with ultralight camping gear. So I may be a little more prepared than most people but I am a bushcrafter and wild Camper. The phone in the bum bag works really well.

Quadlock arm brand for me.super comfy and zero movement

For long distances I'm used to run with my phone to listen to some music. I ran 2 full marathons holding my phone in my hand and it's ok. Now I'm experiencing lots of pain in the shoulder due to the holding of the phone for over a hour. I might need to adapt

I've tried a few times to run with my phone, usually back from the office which was 10k, I found that I ran a few minutes slower for some reason! I would like to carry it when I go for longer runs so I could possibly have a podcast or some music playing! But for now, I just listen to the countryside... Maybe one of those elastic waistbands could be an option?

A great subject to make a video about. This channel thinks of everything.

Ordered a vest after watching this video 👍🏻

There’s a fantastic South African brand called Esjay Sports. They make leggings and running shorts with pockets big enough for your phone 👌🏻👌🏻

4:48 Do you have a photo of yourself in the background?! lol

FlipBelt. Only thing that works well & always. Plus, it keeps me from ever tugging at my tights, and easily holds other things I need including my long taser stick whether on my side or in the back. FlipBelt! Mine is four years old-doesn’t wear out. Bought a 2nd one just to have another color.

Checkout Freetrain vest. Love it.

Depends on the run. Either Formbelt, Jacket (rain / cold) or vest :)

I have a dedicated pocket in my running shorts. It's right next to right hip, so it's not hitting my knee or loose. And obvious choice - trisuit works great for that.

Old fashioned bum bag is perfect. Throw in keys and ideal even for fast or long runs

I used to hold it in my hand but ditched it once I got a watch. A much more enjoyable experience this way for sure

Very usefull video, I used to run with phone on my shorts pocket, it's very annoying, then I try running belt but I hate when it's keep bouncing.. and because this video I'm looking up for Rucksack, I think that is what I need

I've been running with a backpack for years, but I still carry my phone in my dominant hand. The bag is for my photo ID, house keys, and emergency cash. But I've got a waist band being delivered this week, and I'm very excited to try it out. I love my backpack, but it gets horrendously sweaty and I can't wear it for a whole day after my run.

I rarely run with my phone and my wife gets Furious because it's often very technical areas and I'm alone. I think I have a waist pack somewhere...great video!

So I wear a vest like the one Heather is wearing in the video. But the one I have has a zipper pocket right below where the GTN logo would be. At the chest level, it keeps it secure, and very accessible. Even when I run hard, it doesn't really bounce very much.

I love my Fitly running pack - it is tny and can only fit my phone and a few gels. But it sits unnoticeable and is not moving around.

I used to run with an armband phone holder, but always having to buy a nice one every time I got a new phone was a bit tiresome, so I discovered the Flip belt I now have two in different colours, will buy more so I can coordinate with running outfits, but I love this especially as flip belt also have a 500ml bottle that fits in it, so I carry my phone, money, car & house keys & my water bottle in the Flip belt, stays in place, longest distance done so far is just over 10k

I'm bout to steal a phone and I need to run with it , great tutorial!

Seriously I can run and carry my phone in my hand... Damn would never thought of that

Flipbelt is the greatest thing i've ever used

If you aren't running with a fanny pack, are you even running? I'm out here crushing it like The Rock in '87!

I needed this video!

I use my Scott Jurak water belt which is light enough and doesn’t bounce and has access port for your headphones. I don’t mind using a belt as I always take water on my runs regardless of the distance so this allows me both and hands free

I found that phone grip is another good choice when you hold your phone in your hand. Keeping it between your fingers and it will flow with you hand. No strength grab needed. Especially when you phone size is big.

Path Projects Shorts! They have a perfect phone pocket on the back, stays in place great.

What I do is pull the line that tights the short as much as possible and then put my phone in my hip. It’s very secure and it won’t move. I had run 10 miles with a phone with no problem

Thanku for the good information 🌼

I don't run very often, but just carry my phone in my hand. Kind of annoying, but I tend to balance the load by flipping hands, plus I can also keep an eye on my metrics as I don't have a running watch :) Find that it slaps around too much in pockets or is just uncomfortable.

I use a phone clip and often run for an hour. I just clip to the waistband of the front of my shorts and forget about it! Just make sure to tie the draw-string of your shorts and no problem!

I use electric tape and tape it on my arm

Arm strap. Fits snuggly for me. I use Bluetooth headphones. Jabra 65t are fantastic!

Thank you for your contribution...Very hard to find this specific information: Running tips with an uncomfortable electronic device, that's not a smartwatch...

Decathlon sells the hand/palm strap that she mentioned as last tip. Simple insurance just in case you suddenly lost focus/grip.

I've been considering the quadlock arm band. Any chance you guys could review it?

Great little video, don’t take a phone for shorter runs and then backpack for longer... as family like to see where I am on long runs

I would have expected triathletes know about and use Quadlock. You get a case for the phone which attaches to various mounts including for bicycle stems or handlebars and also an arm strap. I run with one regularly and I know folk who use the stem and bar mounts when cycling.

I use a hydration pack. Keep my phone and keys zip up in the pockets! Makes running hands free so easy! If I don’t have my running pack than I put my phone in the zipper pocket of my running legging.

I used to run with my phone and I was using phone wrist bag the old school method..... Thanks for the video , helpfull 👍

I’m looking for something I can strap to my forearm to hold my phone. I know there are military style options. However, they are a bit chunky.

rabbit FKT run shorts. Fits an iPhone 11 no problem in rear pocket. Flip Belts are good too.

I like your attitude

Run without your phone, for once listen to nature, to the sound of grass under ur feet, instead of songs, stay away from ur phone for a while, it will even help u get away with phone addiction. Regarding tracking calories and distance, look most people run similar routes whenever they run. In any case have pretty accurate idea of distance they ran, come back home and simply enter that run in Google Fit or whichever app you use.

I run with my phone Swinging in my hand without any problem for long distances. It's like I've developed a habit and it feels weird if i run without phone in my hand.

#1 FlipBelt - Absolutely no question the best method. Don't even remember it's there. #2 Tights with a pocket. Pretty much it tbh. No fanny packs, no phone in hand and no arm bands needed lol.

Bought an Apple Watch Celluar, as I did want to get a fitness watch anyway and multi-sim has been included in my phone's contract.

As the phone keep getting bigger/beefier. It is hard to run with phone either in pocket or holding it with hand. If only smartphone companies make a smaller variation of phone like iPhone 12 mini and Pixel 4a. I'm pretty much okay with smaller phone (below 6 inch display), as i've rarely/never play game on it.

Flipbelt for the win.