Last year I ran the Vancouver Sun Run for the first time and listening to music was key to my success. Looking back, a pair of wireless Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 headphones would have made the experience even better. Do you need workout motivation yourself? Enter this contest and you could win your way to a pair of Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 wireless headphones.
Running towards self-improvement
Who here hates running? I certainly used to. For the first 27 years of my life, running was a task I only did under threat of a poor grade in gym class. Historically, runs were a time for me to reflect on how much my legs were hurting and wonder when the elusive runner’s high would kick in. But one day, in a moment of ambitious self-improvement, I decided I would enter the Vancouver Sun Run. Though I had managed to survive a 5 day, 75 km hiking trip, I was nonetheless absolutely daunted by the idea of running 10 km. I admit that is a little illogical, but the human mind is unpredictable.
So I began my training. My main motivators were: 1) an overwhelming fear of failure (an approach I wouldn’t really recommend); 2) a desire to improve my health; and 3) music. Yes, I discovered that the right soundtrack made all the difference. When I ran with music, suddenly the script in my head was no longer “I hate running, I hate running, I hate running,” but was instead a medley of musical delights. So, complete the Sun Run I did! (And with a reasonable time to boot).
What I didn’t realize is that my cheap wired headphones were holding me back. If only I had a pair of Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 headphones! Alas, I did not, but let’s not dwell on the past and let’s look to the future.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 Wireless Headphones
I have since become rather fond of running and even go on jogs of my own volition. I do find that my wired headphones are a hassle; it’s a pain to try and change songs on my phone as I am jogging, especially since I carry my phone in an arm band. And my over-the-ear wireless headphones are fine for weight lifting, but they are too bulky and move around too much for high energy activities.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 headphones, in contrast, connect via Bluetooth to up to two devices at once and feature a wire that goes behind your neck. One concern I have with in-ear headphones is comfort and fit, as I don’t want to have to fiddle with earbuds while I’m already trying to stay focused on my run. Fortunately, blog writer Jacob McCourt found that by swapping out the included ear tips he was able to find a secure fit. See for yourself below, or read Jacob McCourt’s review.
There are truly wireless headphones on the market, but I know there is no way that I wouldn’t misplace one of the earbuds in a purse or pocket, so I prefer the idea of keeping my earbuds connected to one another. The cord is made from a material that minimizes friction and has clip to attach it to your shirt, which to me sounds like a major upgrade from the tangle of cords I’m used to.
The BackBeat FIT 350s also have inline controls. With the small built-in controller, you can change volume, skip or move back through songs, pause playback, and answer calls. The 33-foot range means you’re able to listen to your music without having to be glued to your phone. I find this to be one of the best aspects of wireless headphones; with fewer distractions, you can stay present in the moment and channel your energy into the activity at hand. With your phone safely stowed away, there’s less risk for your motivation to wane as you start scrolling through social media sites, because now it’s just you, your workout, and the music.
HOW TO ENTER
Entering this contest is certainly easier than training for a 10K, but you can only enter once. In a comment below, tell us what these headphones would help motivate you to do. Would they help you climb a mountain or maybe tackle a mountain of work?
WHAT YOU CAN WIN
At the end of the contest we will select four winners from all eligible entries to win a pair of Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 headphones. (See below for full contest rules and regulations.)
The contest will run from March 29th until April 12th.
Remember, you can only enter once, but I’m sure you have friends and family members who would love to have music to motivate them, so share this contest with them. Just think how good it will feel to help someone overcome a challenge!
Win a Pair of Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 Headphones Contest Rules and Regulations
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They would help me do my work out at home easier without them falling out of my ear… These look amazing!!! Good luck u all
motivate me for my run
I would be motivated to go for longer walks with these headphones.
Wearing these Plantronic earphones (and listening to the news, or sports, or music) will definitely help me achieve my goal of getting into a little bit better shape by using my treadmill !
My family is starting to do speed walking together. This would certainly help to set & keep a good pace!
These would help me get through my home workouts!
They would be perfect to start running outdoors this spring
They will help me tackle a mountain of work!
While I am disabled and unlikely to use these myself, my daughter is an avid athlete, GoodLife trainer and runner who just delivered twins and is looking forward to runnng the neighbourhood with them in their new double-stroller. I would surprise her with these as a gift from her Dad and Mom, courtesy of BestBuy. I am well familiar with Plantronics as a former 9-1-1 Supervisor before I retired. Quality all the way that stands up to rough use and day-long wear.
These would certainly help during my daily walks and working around home.
I would certainly be working harder in my garden.
These headphones would provide motivation to do my spring cleaning.
It would motivate me to take more and longer walks. Time flys when you hear great music.
Motivate me to hit my stride during my daily walks.
These awesome headphones would really motivate me to get out for lengthly walks each day.
these would motivate me to hike more of the bruce trail
They would help me stay in shape by making my morning walks more fun. Listening to music for the walk would help me on the days I am debating between driving and walking. Help me choose the latter.
This would help me get outside and moving more
These headphones would motivate me to start jogging outside again.
I see me taking longer walks
The headphones would help me tackle my running my first half-marathon, as well as the challenge of getting out once a week to cut my lawn.
These headphones would motivate me to start jogging outside again now Spring is here
I would be motivated to take longer walks.
It would motivate me to take more and longer walks. Maybe even walk faster.
These headphones would motivate me to hike longer distances.
Have longer walks outside.
I would love not having to fiddle around keeping them in my ears while using music to keep in high gear while doing my weight routine.
These headphones would make my runs so much more pleasant!
Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 Wireless Headphones would motivate me to ride a stationary bike and treamill while I work on summer bod.
This would help me get fit and moving more.
I want to take up jogging and this would be light weight and great to look at
These would be wonderful at work so I can stay on task and lose the background chatter. I would love to take these on runs, camping and traveling.
I walk our 2 dogs twice a day. and they may be little but they run me off my feet. My current earphones are always falling out. The Plantronics would also be great for all the heavy outdoor work coming up.
I would be motivated to walk further and faster with Plantronics playing my favourite music while enjoying the fantastic scenery of our beautiful country.
They would help motivate me to get out and weed the gardens this summer.
these headphones would motivate me to go to the gym more often and be more active like go on hikes and walks.
I’d extend my walks!
This would help me train for my first 10k ! Plantronics all the way.
They could help challange me in the gym
Happy tunes for marathon training
it would motivate me to go to the gym more.
These headphones would motivate me to be more active.
They would help me tackle more challenging hikes!
These head phones would help me get motivated to get on the treadmill!
these would help me go on hikes more!
bouncing around on my tractor.
These would totally motivate me to get outside for a daily/nightly walk or run. Maybe even start training for a 10k!
I’d definitely walk more.
I would be motivated to walk more with these headphones.
Plantronics, music in my ears, Love this!
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