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These wireless headphones make long walks enjoyable (and drown out gym noise)

The ultimate noise-cancelling headphones for fitness junkies

By Emily Caldwell Published February 6, 2026

Bowers & Wilkins

Looking to level up your listening in 2026? Launched late last year, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones upgrade the original PX8 design for better, easier, and more comfortable listening. This year, as I re-commit to my fitness routine, these wireless headphones have made the perfect companion. Coined “the best headphones Bowers & Wilkins has ever made” by the brand itself, these over-ear headphones deliver next-level sound, perfect for those long walks in the park. Crafted with soft Nappa leather and aluminum accents, these headphones certainly set a new standard for luxury listening.

For me, walking and talking go hand-in-hand. When I’m already spending over an hour getting my 10,000 to 12,000 steps in per day, I figure I might as well cross a couple calls off my list. These headphones make it easy to walk and talk — whether on the treadmill or outside at your local park (just beware if walking on city streets, as the noise cancellation of these headphones is sometimes too good). With 8 included microphones, these over-ear headphones are not just comfortable, but they’re also ideal for high call quality for long conversations.

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When I’m not busy walking and talking with these headphones, they’re also a great fit for yoga routines, ab routines, and light lifting. Drown out noisy gyms (including those unwanted grunts no one asked to hear and the terrible gym playlist) with the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones as your gym buddy. The headphones easily pair with the app to allow you more control over noise cancellation depending on your enviornment.

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