Im 16 and a girl -- i go jogging on deserted paths and blast my music- i go at the same time everyday. im second guessing the path- i dont have a running buddy, how can i get one ?
i should of listened to my mom, this guy was following me and trying to talk to me the other day.
Safety tips ?
2007-10-16 08:41:42 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Running
The obvious choice is to get a running buddy but if you can't do that, try to be aware of your surroundings. Bring a cell phone with you and even some mace if you feel its necessary. Changing up your jogging route could help, but if your friends and family don't know where you are running, it doesn't help in a worst case scenario. Also, don't take obscure side paths, stick to some common running routes with people around. So, it breaks down like this.
-Try to find a running buddy, if you can't, stick to populated, well lit areas if you run at dark.
-Carry a cell phone and some means of protection if you feel it's necessary.
-Try to be more aware of your surroundings, if there is someone suspicious, get somewhere public and maybe take a few minutes to stretch until they are gone.
Personally, that is what I would do, but really, I cant stress it enough, a running buddy is the best thing you can do.
2007-10-16 08:56:55 · answer #1 · answered by MrBlund 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your friends and see if any of them would be interested in running with you. If not, you need to get off the deserted path and stick to jogging in a neighborhood. Also, you don't want to be blasting your music. Put it on so you can hear it but you can still hear what is going on around you.
2007-10-16 08:45:05 · answer #2 · answered by Go Bears! 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
find a running club in your area and you can probably find some running partners there.Have you music low enough so you can hear what is going on around you and possibly find some other running routes. If you never run the same route all the time someone can't predict where you will be. It's better to be cautious than sorry.
2007-10-16 09:16:22 · answer #3 · answered by Abby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know of female runners who carry a small can of mace pepper spray that can be attached to the running shorts or shirt. It is the unfortunate sign of the times and this is in northeast Ohio.
The best means to get running partners is to join an area running club or get involved in local races. You will meet like-minded runners who may also be looking for a workout partner.
2007-10-16 08:49:14 · answer #4 · answered by Zombie Birdhouse 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, stop running on deserted paths by yourself.
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2007-10-16 08:45:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't run alone and don't run in the dark. I'd consider joining a cross country or track team at your school. It's groups of kids running together during practice.
If you have access to a rec center or school gym, you may want to switch to a treadmill.
Worst case, carry mace, or at least a loud whistle.
2007-10-16 08:45:24 · answer #6 · answered by jdc 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your mom is right, you should run with someone.
If you can't find someone then run in a public place where there are lots of people around.
You can find someone who also likes to run by asking.
There are lots of kids at your school who run, and there are running clubs.
Go to some races and meet the other runners, they are always looking for someone to train with.
2007-10-16 08:46:58 · answer #7 · answered by lestermount 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Run in town on the sidewalk where people can see you, not where you are alone! Or find a friend that would liek to go with you that way if somebody messes with you, one of you can hold him down while the other one kicks him in the gonads.
2007-10-16 08:45:33 · answer #8 · answered by ☆ღWifey Wifeyღ☆ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep your music low, and pay attention to your surrondings, and don't talk to creepy old guys! Lol j/k on the last part.. keep a cell phone on ya.
2007-10-16 08:45:06 · answer #9 · answered by Banana Butt 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-09 08:48:48 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋