IPod Headphones won't stay in

Well like if I am just sitting in the car or taking a walk the headphones stay in my head perfectly fine.
But, if I run/jog or ride my bike with my iPod on the headphones NEVER stay in. Like they fall out and are never "sturdy". It's like they bob around in my ears and then fall out.
So is there a certain way I need to put them in, or should I get new headphones?
P.S. I am using the iPod headphones that came with the Fifth Generation iPod Video.

grekgator,
I don't think it's anything to do with the way you're putting them in. Other people have expressed that the standard earbuds don't stay in or don't "feel" secure in certain situations. I personally don't use mine while jogging, and I don't really have any problems with them. I think everyone is different, and ears can certainly be shaped differently...at least I think so. I would suggest finding a pair that feel comfortable and secure for you. I believe it would be worth the added expense.

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