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I bought a cheap armband and it didn't work. It wasn't very touch sensitive and awkward to wear.

What does anyone suggest? Only need to carry phone and keys.

Thank you.

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Girth

I got one that goes over my thumb and straps to my fore arm. Still see the screen in the phone if you need to.

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I use a Karrimor run belt, which will hold a small phone, with a cable outlet and another small pocket for keys. I don't even notice I am wearing it and has lasted four years and is still in good nick.

I would check that your phone fits before you buy.

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KimLoulouGraduate

I bought a belt from amazon. Top fit running belt and it is great. Hankies, phone, keys and travel card.

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cheshiredebbie

I've got some karrimor running pants - they have a zip pocket at the back just below the waistline and it's big enough for my iPhone 6, car keys and a few dog treats (for the dog not me!) I find it's perfect for me 😊 Definitely recommend x

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Curlygurly2Graduate

I got a cheapo-copy flip belt from Amazon, I really like it.

amazon.co.uk/FIT-BELT-Rever...

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misswobbleGraduate

I bought some Ron hill trail capris with a huge back pocket and two side pockets. I fold my big hankie and tuck it under my wrist band

I don't usually run with a phone, as it does my head in, but I can with these as the phone tucks neatly down into the side pocket

I bought a Nike arm thing but it got on my wick I like to run free of as much clutter and tech as possible 😀

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LizH2 in reply tomisswobble

Thanks. I agree re clutter but I need my phone so Jo can tell me what to do!!

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misswobbleGraduate

Of course 😃✔️🏃‍♀️👍

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SandieB67Graduate

I got a run belt off eBay £1!! Very similar to the flip belt, with out the price tag. Came from china so had to wait. Am really impressed with it. Can fit an iPhone 6 in a case in. Has one zipped pocket and two others. I don't notice it on, fits nicely round waist.

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McFittyGraduate

Keys in my running tights. Phone down my bra. Simples😊 (until the phone rings)😂

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