By: Michael Brennan, Team Villa Coach
Now that the warm weather is here to stay (fingers crossed!), here are some tips on pounding the pavement safely and effectively:
- Cars - make sure you look all ways at intersections; give motorists room to react & move
- Irregular sidewalks/roads - watch out for potholes, cracks or lifted pavement as you go along - don’t assume the pavement is smooth
- Getting lost - know your route in advance (write it down or tell someone where you are going and the estimated time of arrival)
- Running in the dark – if you choose to run at night, wear reflective gear and bright colors. But remember, we’re hard to see even if in reflective gear sometimes.
- Hecklers – ignore them, don’t waste your energy
- ‘Bonking’ – when your body stalls mid-run (also known as hitting a wall), make sure you have money for food/water and transportation. And always remember to carry your ID.
- MP3 or iPod – great for entertainment, but drown out the sounds around you -- don’t use one or use it in very public places
- Security – stick to well-lit paths and always be aware of surroundings, landmarks, and other runners you could call out to in an emergency
- Carry a Fox whistle – they are very light, shrill, won’t rattle
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