Running Alone: make a routine route or no?

Question

I run outdoors, but i'm having a hard time deciding whether or not to make a 'routine route'

Yes Because:
That way my fiance will know where i go

No because:
Other people will know where i go if they see me at the same time and same point everyday. I think that scares me because some psycho could make some kinda plan and know exactly where i will be everyday


I dont have a running partner, we are new to the area. Plus i like running alone. Thoughts?

Answer 1

Come up with several different routes that match up with the different training requirements; long, hills, fartlek, timed, etc. Put them down on paper or map them out and give each a short name. Then keep your log in a known spot and write down the route and time you are leaving with a "guesstimated" return time. That way he will know where you are and when you should be back.

Carry a cell phone with you to be on the safe side, a whistle, mace or whatever makes you feel safe. I would try to vary the time of day that you run and don't do the same routes on the same days all of the time. Try to use public routes, stay away from areas with a lot of tree and shrubs and don't run too early or too late when other people are not around.

I would advise driving to a location instead of leaving and returning to your home on a run. Too easy for someone to follow and know where you live.

Most of all, just be constantly aware of what is going on around you. It is too easy to get wrapped up in the run and not realize that someone is watching or following you. Take a break now and then to stretch and visually observe your surroundings and the people around you. Heed that feeling that something isn't right and cut your run short if you need to.

Answer 2

i would say yes run the same route, but if you are paranoid, make a calendar for your running routes and write down what route you are taking on that day, this way the only person who knows where you are running is your fiance. Plus a change is good to keep your body guessing. I walk two different routes, sometimes in reverse, and bike the same route. I am always in a well populated area, residential. Never back roads, a woman was hit by a car while riding her bike last year, the person didn't even stop. Not for me. Make a plan, keep your fiance well informed. So that they will be comfortable with your routine.

Answer 3

Both very good reasons.
Come up with several different routes.
Never do the same route on the same day of the week.
And then only you and your fiance will know which route you took that day.
Also you dont want to have the same route every day anyways you will get bored with it.
I know you like to run alone I used to as well, but still look into a running group in your area. It will help keep you motivated, give people to pace off of and help you set some goals, also give you people to go to some races with as well. You dont have to train with them every day.
Good Luck & Be Safe...

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Make a routine to were when you run alone so people will know how to get to you if you get hurt or someone does try to go after you.. you will be less likely grabbed on an empty sidewalk with houses nearby than if you were running alone in the woods with no way of yelling for help... it sounds like a pain in the tush to feel like your being babysat but better to be cautious than foolish and you are still running alone
PS... get to know your neighbors in the area

Answer 6

You don't have to run the same route every time you go. That gets very boring.

If you go to this link you can find different routes that other runners in your area have posted.
http://www.usatf.org/routes/search/

This link takes you to a satelite map that you can use to map and save your route and get information about the distance of the route and the elevation profile.
http://www.usatf.org/routes/map/

Answer 7

Safety experts say that you should vary a running route. Just let your fiance know which route you are taking for the day.

Answer 8

I don't like routine due to it getting boring. The psychoi factor is big if you are female, which I'm not. Ever think about running w/ your cell phone so you could call if you got into trouble?