9 Of The best headphones for working out (2023)

Jan 22, 2024

We get it - some days, you're ready to jump out of bed and get the adrenaline pumping. On other days, it's much more difficult! A little confidence boost or a small pep-talk usually does the trick.

But why cheat yourself out of a good sweat sesh if all you need is a good pair of headphones to keep you pumped up? Treat yourself to any one of these best headphones for working out, and never skip another leg day

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Pebble has consistently performed well as a Gen-Z tech brand since its launch in 2013. It's all thanks to their energetic yet minimalist design philosophy, outstanding performance and quality built. The Elite Pro is no exception!

The Elite Pro is available in two colours - blue and black. Large 40 mm drivers on this pair ensure crystal clear quality with a thumping bass. The Elite Pro performs outstandingly in terms of comfort and convenience. They're lightweight but sit neatly, which is exactly what you need if you're on a long run or on high-intensity training. The ear-muffs fold up, too, so they pack up easily in your gym bag or carry-on. Thanks to the great design and build, the Elite Pro Over-Ear headphones make it to our list of best headphones for working out!

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JBL is well-known for its sound quality, with Bluetooth speakers being their flagship product. The T460BT produces a powerful deep bass that's just perfect for intense physical activity.

The headphones are available in 3 colours - black, blue and white. They fold into a flat-pack, so it's easy to carry in your gym bag. Plus, you can control calls and music using the earcup, so you don't need to reach for your phone mid-workout. This makes them the best headphones for working out, especially if you love a good morning run with minimal phone use.

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India-based boAt has climbed up the ranks to become one of our favourite wearables brands. Not to mention the charisma of founder and Shark Tank investor Aman Gupta.

boAT Rockerz 550 comes with large 50mm dynamic drivers that pump out a truly immersive audio experience. Plus, it comes with voice control, so you can quickly change music or answer calls with Google Assistant or Siri.

The headphones are available in 6 colours, plus the sunburn edition. If you're looking for standout gadgets that reflect your unique style, these are the best headphones for working out - all thanks to the cool graphics on the earcups.

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'Engineering for the best workout yet', as Bose puts it, the Sport earbuds come with high-efficiency drivers to get you lifelike sound quality. Get ready to tune out the world because it gets pretty loud with this one!

The Bose Sport comes in three standard colours - blue, black and white. Beam-forming microphones ensure clear calls, and the touch control features make it super-convenient to control playback and calls compared to buttons.

These in-ear headphones are sweatproof and IPX4 weatherproof - so they're specifically designed to give you company while you burn those calories. If you have a decent budget, these are the best wireless earbuds for working out. It makes no compromise on sound quality and comfort.

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If street-cred and durability are what you're looking for, the Skullcandy Crusher is definitely among the best headphones for working out. The Crusher delivers strongly on the music front, thanks to custom-tuned drivers and powerful bass.

This Skullcandy set is available in six colours, so you've got plenty of choices. A whopping 40-hour battery life keeps you connected to the beats at all times.

Plush cushions that sit firm but not too tight make it comfy for any workout. The button placement on the right earcup is just right for controlling playback and volume.

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Danish wireless headphones and earphones company Jabra is well-known for its quality goods. The good thing about Jabra is that it specifically designs products for home, office or recreation.

What we love about the Jabra Elite is the light, wing-free design that's such a breeze to use during high-intensity workouts. Adding to this, the convenience of Spotify Tap and the Elite easily ranks as one of the best wireless earbuds for working out.

The Jabra Elite is available in black, mint green and navy blue. 7 hours of continuous playback ensures convenience for daily use. Playback and calls are controlled through buttons rather than touch.

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If you like a bit more security while working out, the JBL T215BT is just perfect. Thanks to its tangle-free flat cable, they pack into your case or pocket easily. This also ensures they last longer.

As with any JBL product, the sound quality is above average for the price point. The bass is quite powerful, and you can pump up the volume quite a bit.

This JBL is available in four colours. Thanks to the quality build, the JBL T215BT gets a spot on our list of the best headphones for working out.

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The Bould Audio Probass is yet another addition to our list of best headphones for working out, specifically for the bass heads. The crystal clear audio, topped with extra punchy bass, makes it just perfect for tuning out the world and getting straight to conquering the gym.

Ultra-soft earcups on these headphones help you keep yourself motivated for a long time without any fidgetiness or distractions. 30 hours of battery life and 5 days on standby is just right for keeping you going through the week.

The Boult Audio Probass is only available in black. Active Noise Cancellation is quite good at suppressing ambient noise. These headphones support Siri and Google voice commands.

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Unconventionally good-looking, the Sony WH-1000XM5 comes with all the bells and whistles for an audiophile. The integrated VI process offers crystal-clear audio with extra emphasis on bass.

At just 250 gm, the headphones are lightweight and fit quite comfortably. Thanks to the soft leather earcups, you can treat your ears to some luxury. Plus, the Active Noise Cancellation is simply superb.

These Sony headphones are available in black and silver. Playback is controlled via swipe gestures. It takes time to get used to them, but they will become second nature with frequent use.

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The best headphones for working out are those that are lightweight and ergonomically designed to stay secure even with active movement. Ideally, they should also be IP-rated so you can be sure they're sweatproof.

Choose your perfect audio companion from the list above, and make sure you ace it on your next workout!

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