November is National Running Safety Month

Tips to keep you safe while out for a run on the road...

• Run against traffic, try to remain visible at all times and observe approaching vehicles.
• Don't wear headphones, loud music makes it hard for you to hear your surroundings.
• Carry a cell phone.
• Look both ways before crossing traffic, try to do so in a cross walk and be aware of the traffic laws.
• Alter or vary your running route.
• Run with a partner and/or dog.
• Let someone know where you are going and what direction you are heading.
• Wear reflective material when running at dusk or dawn.
• Trust you intuition about an area or person, it's better to be safe than sorry.
• Avoid unpopulated areas, deserted streets and unlighted areas.
• Carry a noise maker, whistle, etc...
• Stay alert and aware of your surroundings. 
• Contact the police IMMEDIATELY

When traveling out of town on business or vacation, contact a local running store and ask if there are any local running clubs having meet ups, in the area or the best place to go for a run.

Do you have an additional safety tips, please leave them in the comments below.


Have fun and stay safe.