Photobu[g] said:
You could get a Flash player, which has no moving parts so
is very good for more active lifestlyes, and then you could put music
on various flash cards for storage.

How many songs can go on any one flash card? I like this idea. The
flash players are less expensive and good for working out, but also not
the best on hearing quality is what I read. Is there one you recommend?
I know he needn't have his entire collection in one place, but he has
about 8 hours of songs that he likes to shuffle through on a regular
basis.

Michael said:
If he wants to record his own tunes and play them back iPod, Creative
Labs,
and Rio and many other companies make MP3 players.

Yes. But the question is: Which model combines everything of worth:
large capacity, portable, workout, FM, quality, price, etc.

If he's interested in FM and better sound quality, XM makes a portable
unit
and the sound IIRC is better than MP3. You will of course have to pay
$10.00 per month for their service.

No. He isn't. He's interested in tuning into the news stations that are
on the TV at the gym. I think he has enough songs to keep him going
from now 'til infinity! He surely doesn't need to pay to listen to more.