I dont anticipate using it this way often, but I did try it out and it seems perfectly suited to the job. The shoe was way too small. Tried the Logitec ones and that maybe a touch better with clarity but not as much of a leap from these to those then these to a standard pair of earbuds,Ill be putting these away as a backup. Amazingly clear voice audio;by far the best i have heard for listening to talk radio. The top is not tight enough to stay on and has already disappeared as well. Ive barely been able to get the flap to touch the non-velcro side. Is it worth the price? I think so. However, the Nootkas Customer Service Department reached out to me. I still watched my diet and exercised and I think that is what helped the most. The webbed straps are way too large, and these are difficult to keep on my feet.