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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very nice headphones thank you for this contest
These headphones would help motivate me to go for more jogs or a nice walk after work to unwind and relax!
Definitely help me with my daily gym workouts – I need musical motivation on my intense days!!!
They would motivate me to listen to music.
They’d motivate me to listen to music in the gym!
They’ll motivate me to get out and run more.
I really would like to get back into running and I usually dont use headphones because I havent found ones that I like but these seem super good and I would like to try a pair 🙂
These would motivate me to get my spring cleaning done!
They would motivate me to walk more.
they would help me to start using the gym that comes with my condo
THESE HEADPHONES WOULD MOTIVATE ME TO WORK OUT AFTER MY BABIES GO TO BED AND TRY AND LOSE THIS BABY WEIGHT!
Would make me jog and run more since they headphones would be more suited and stable
These headphones would motivate me to create a great running playlist to listen to as I train.
…Winning these great Plantronics Back Beat Headphones would motivate me to take less naps and exercise more….That’s a good thing – right..Thank you !
These would motivate to cycle more
These headphones would motivate me to take an item off my bucket list and skydive tantrum out of a plane, or maybe my myself!!! How exciting is that!!!
I would love these headphones for exercising or just listening to music to relax.
Definitely motivate me to update my music DB.
I would love these for my daily runs
I can see me wearing these while I garden
These would be great while I am cleaning the house
These would sure help during my workouts at the gym
Would help me hit the threadmill more often
I ope that they would get me out more now that the weather is warming up.
Woulf help me focus during my workouts
They would help motivate me to push myself harder, farther.
They would help me relax after a long hard day of work.
would love these when i go on my runs
This would motivate me to be more active inside the house and get some outdoor sunshine, too.
Help me maintain my 10,000 steps per day.
I walk alone and without music it gets quite boring.
I also love listening to music in bed as I am a bad sleeper.
They’d help me relax and unwind
They’d help me be a bit more active since I’d have a way bigger range of motion as I currently have to carry my phone with the headphone wires attached and it’s a pain
Those #Plantronics #BackBeat FIT 350 Wireless Headphones would motivate me to start jogging again.
They would motivate me to get outside to do some yard work this Spring.
These would help me to get out and walk the dog, well i’d walk him anyway but these would help keep us out there longer which would be good for both of us. A win win.
They would help me lose track of time!
Keep up my daily 10,000 Fitbit steps. Hassle-free ear buds playing great music is a great motivator!
calm me down doing the grouse grind
These headphones would definately help me with my spring cleaning!!!
These headphones would motivate me to go out for a run around the neighborhood.
I could listen to music when I’m on the go so they would help me get more steps in per day !
They would motivate me to run my first 10k.
I lovee them, I woukd lose them like my buds
These look excellent! Would really alleviate the cumbersome phone tagalong etc.. Would put my own music on ! Cant wait to try!!
These would motivate me to walk every day as I’d make different playlists that encourage me to move.
These headphones would motivate me to walk longer & faster & improve my fitness level..Thanks
I love music, so being able to readily take it ANYWHERE with me, would be a huge bonus. Especially the style, for ease of use.
These earbuds would allow me to better train to lose weight at the gym and for my current journey of training to be able to run 5K!
These headphones would motivate me to go hiking more often
They would motivate me to push my workouts a little more
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