Reddit mentions of New Balance Sport Armband (iPhone Compatible)

1. I use Endomondo, but it's the same idea as Nike+. Either way, it's not necessary, but it's fun to look at your pace and other stats after. For the actual timing, I use C25K Free.
   
   
2. An armband like this for you phone is a lifesaver
   
   
3. I have the same issue with ear buds i picked up these at Target. They are pretty cheap, and they have 3 sizes of rubber caps that you can choose to fit your ear.
   
   
4. I've been doing sidewalk/street in my neighborhood with no problems. I think convenient is key, so you don't have another reason to quit.
   
   
5. Water before and after is plenty, a half hour isn't long enough that you need to bring anything.
   
   
6. I don't know what the recommendations are, but I wake up, eat a piece of fruit while I'm getting ready, do my workout, then have breakfast after.
   
   
7. Running shoes are best, but you can get through the first week with your shoes, unless they are beat to hell maybe.

I have an iPhone and I put it in this Armband. It not only fits my iPhone, but behind it I store my ID and my debit card. I cold easily fit a key in there as well, but I usually just lock my keys into my car whenever I drive to a trail because I have the type of car that has keyless entry via a keypad on the side of the door.