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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I would be motivated to work out more while still listening to my educational mp3s.
help motivate me while I am vacuuming the house
great for workouts
These headphones would help motivate me to go to the gym more often to work out – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
Get some work done without this constant distraction at the office.
This would be great motivation for my workouts!
I would go for extra long walks
How about spring cleaning
They would help me when I workout! 🙂
Take the dog for a longer walk.
To get back on the bike.
These would help motivate me to get the house clean!
would help me work toward 1 hour walking exercise per day :))
They would motivate me to get to the gym more often. I love listening to music so having some high quality headphones to do that with at the gym would be amazing
They would help me when i need to workout!
These headphones will help kickstart my goal of getting outdoors for some exercise.
great promotion.
I’d be able to listen to my music while I’m doing my physiotherapy- really nice!!!
Motivate me to start running again.
Wearing these headphones during my daily run would probably allow me to enjoy it more and possibly go a bit farther.
I would love to have these for cardio…
Headphones would motivate me to relax more.
I would use these to help me keep up my energy for all the spring yard clean up I need to do!
These headphones would help me motivate me to exercise
They would make my long car rides in the back seat more enjoyable
Headphones would motivate me to exercise, since I currently don’t have any and I need music when working out!
I would use the headphones when I do yoga and for walks now that the weather is so much warmer.
go for more bike rides
The Plantronics BackBeat FIT 350 Wireless Headphones would motivate me head outside and take in some fresh air. It has been a very long and cold winter in Canada and I have not braved the outside in months. I need these headphones desperately!
They would motivate me to run hard, better, faster and stronger because running with your favourite music blaring in your ears really helps get the motor running, so to speak.
It would make my housework much more pleasant…here’s hoping
These would help motivate me to keep up a good pace on several hikes I have planned over the course of 2019! Also, perfect for my 9 km route around my neighbourhood on a more regular basis.
it would help me train for a marathon for the summer
I happen to love running, but these would motivate me to squeeze in an extra day of running during the week
They would keep me motivated on all the hikes I am going on this summer
I think I would take walks more often.
These headphones would motivate me to go an extra couple kilometres on my mountain bike!
Definetly run a little further.
They would motivate me to paint my fence.
Mow the lawn and other yardwork, more often
Want these for exercising
would love these for going for walks
Would be great for working out.
These headphones would motivate me to do that extra lap.
It would help motivate me to workout more.
I would be motivated to bike faster with these headphone on listening to my favourite tunes
These headphones would motivate me to do more power walking
I would work out more!!
Motivation to start my spring exercise program.
A good motivation for additional dog walks in the park.
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