iPhone 8+ and Jogging

[BigMcGuire]

Yeah, I'm interested in attempting to jog with my iPhone 8+. I really don't want to spend $399 on a GPS watch. My FitBit stepcounter gives no information on my run besides step counting and is not very accurate without gps (when using with the phone).

I'm a pretty big guy - 225 pound 5'11 who sweats profusely when jogging.

Should I get - https://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Def...=1510444709&sr=8-3&keywords=iphone+8++jogging

or

https://www.amazon.com/Running-Belt...808&sr=8-7&keywords=iphone+8+plus+waist+pouch

The waist band seems like a great idea - I can hide the phone under my shirt since I don't run in the best of areas.

Any assistance or info is appreciated. Biggest worry is about drenching phone but would love more info on my runs.

 

[nivekr11]

I have both. I like Sports Running Bag, MoKo Outdoor Dual Pouch Sweatproof Reflective Waist Pack, Fitness Workout Belt Fanny Pack for iPhone X, 8, 7, 6S, SE, Galaxy S8+, S8, S7 Edge, S6, BLU, LG, Moto - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072C2YTDL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_eH5bAb7BS3HYY

 

[NoBoMac]

Been happy with something similar to following, except by Stalion and for the 8. To be honest, colors and style seems almost identical (guessing same factory in China stamping different names on them). Sweater as well, and has kept the phone dry (also helps that I use a ultra-slim case which fits in these).

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYKHYTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pR5bAbY9P7VK6

EDIT: see OP selected something similar. Make sure that the case you select has an opening for the home button. Several advertise that can use the button, but when you look closer, they are referring to the 6 or flat out lying re: 7/8 (no hole/notch). And a hole for Lightning vs snaking through a different hole.

Voting armband as seems easier to get on/off to work phone vs belt. And when off the arm, don't have all that extra material dangling that a belt has.

 

[borelli]

I jog every day. I used the generic rebranded belt clip pouches with the windows every day, and couldn’t stand them, they always fell apart quickly and using the phone though the window was just annoying.

Found this https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PUO6KCI?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd and it’s one of the best discoveries I’ve ever made! Doesn’t pinch your arm or waist and is well made. Very recommended.