Why not to run with your mobile in your hand?

You have decided to increase the level of physical activity and bring the body into top shape. Running is a great choice of activity.

Today there are a variety of apps available that measure the level of physical activity, how much you've run, how fast, how many calories you've burned ... and it's all available on your smartphone.

Also, many people like to have fun with music as they run and compile their motivational playlists.

Whether you're switching to a playlist or checking how many calories you've burned, it means your mobile is at hand as you run.

This habit can negatively affect both your fitness results and your body.


The average smartphone weighs between 140 and 200 grams. Although it may not seem like much to you, even the slightest imbalance in weight distribution as you run can have an impact, especially if you squeeze your hand to hold the device in your hand.

When you run, the goal is to maintain a consistent pace. Equal weight distribution and arm swing allow for smooth running. When you have something in hand, it causes asymmetry in posture and therefore in running motion.

The body will try all the time to offset the weight on the opposite side of the phone where it overloads, which further burdens the muscles. It can lead to strain and injury, especially on the shoulders, hips, and knees.

Also, holding the phone in hand will distract you from running and focus, and also increase the risk of falling and getting damaged, which will only cause you additional stress and costs.

The solution?

Above all, dedicate yourself to running. It's not time to check notifications or talk on the phone. Compose a playlist that suits your running style and tempo and that you won't have to jump on tracks.

Leave everything at home or in the car before you start running. Invest in a belt clipper if you have to carry keys or money with you.


To be able to listen to music and follow the instructions on the running application, get a holster on the upper for the smartphone, as well as a quality running headphones that won't distract you.