Running Safely

Safety first please!

  1. Always make sure you can be seen in the dark. Wear:
    1. Light coloured clothing;
    2. Reflective vest and/or armbands;
    3. Attach a flashing light to the back of your shorts
  2. Ladies - ensure you do not run on your own in the dark. A group of four is ideal; if one is injured, one other can stay while the others go and get help.
  3. If you are running on your own, let someone know what route you are taking and the time you expect to be back in case of accidents.
  4. Take a coin so you can phone for help if in difficulties on a run.
  5. Check for traffic before running into the road, be aware of the Highway Code.
  6. If running on the road, always run on the right hand side facing the oncoming traffic. The only exception is when you are approaching a blind bend: run on the outside of the bend so that you can be seen by all traffic.
  7. Make sure your shoelaces are securely tied to avoid tripping up.
  8. Carry some form of identification, and a medical alert card if necessary.
  9. Do not run if you are feeling unwell, or have suffered from a fever in the past few days.