Will an iPod classic/Zune 80/any HDD-based MP3 player be affected by a workout?

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I was thinking about getting some kind of 80GB music player and am wondering about the hard drive format.  Specifically, I like to run a lot/do treadmill and like to bring my music with me.  However, I am worried that the hard drive might break or become damaged during a workout routine.  I've read reports that people don't work out with iPod Classics due to this, but I've also read that other users do work out with them regularly and have reported no damage.

So, in short, can I run with an iPod classic in my pocket without the risk of it becoming unresponsive?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I had a hard drive based mp3 player and went for a run. After I came back the thing never worked right again. It would always skip and I ended up getting a new mp3 player. From my experience if you want to run a lot and do exercises etc. with an mp3 player, just get a flashed based player like the nano.

Nick J · Answer

I sure it would be fine to run and exercise with an Ipod. I know the Ipod nano's are fine. Instead of putting it in your pocket, maybe get a wrist ban for it.

Iljimae Fan · Answer

I don't know about an iPod classic but this might be something you want to consider:

http://www.apple.com/ipod/nike/

Here is something else you might want to consider for running:

http://running.about.com/od/gearreviews/gr/ipodmini.htm

I found this in the Mac forums:

http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=354167

Will an iPod classic/Zune 80/any HDD-based MP3 player be affected by a workout?

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