FairyNuff Posted October 10, 2014 Report Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'm on Week 4 of C25K now and really getting into the swing of it - I try and spread my runs throughout the week after work, then do an extra run at the weekend, usually involving plenty of uphill, so I know I'm ready for the next week before I move on. However, it is getting dark earlier and earlier in the evenings now, and is barely light in the mornings before work, and I know that in a week or so it will be properly dark before I leave for work and before I get back. As a female runner safety is my priority so I am looking for suggestions on keeping safe whilst out running. I already tell people when I'm going, my route and when I'll be back, and carry a panic alarm. I also wear a flashing LED band and reflective clothing so traffic can see me. What else can I do to keep safe when running during the week? Failing that I would have to limit myself to running at the weekend - which means fitting three runs into two days - is this a good idea? Would I be risking injury, or slowing my progress? All suggestions gratefully received! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted October 10, 2014 Report Share Posted October 10, 2014 Hi There, Now for me???? I am a total wimp in the dark unless I have a buddy. But where I live in the country my life is in danger in the dark with all those animals out there, yikes. I would be running from scary looking eyeballs. lol Now if you can , maybe 1/2 before sunup where is almost light? Do you live in an area where there are lights? DO you have a gym or YMCA where they have a track? School where it is lit up?? I'm a woos, so dark out is not for me.. Look into those options. You can fit the 3 runs in on the weekend, but you risk losing ground if you are not working out the other days at all. If you are able to get at least 2-3 more workouts the other days, like weights, cardio, bodyshape,yoga, etc., then you might beok with running on the weekends. Or 2 on the weekends and 1 run during the week. In Nevada carrying a gun on our person is legal, when I run alone I carry a 22mag on my hip. But I am always nervous about it falling and shooting myself, lol - YIKES! So it is daytime running for me. You are doing great. Keep me posted. Happy Running! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairyNuff Posted October 11, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2014 Hi Kelly, thanks for the advice. Fortunately where I live the wildest animal I am likely to encounter is a bat, but my route is mostly lit. I am also easily scared in the dark and it is the bits between the streetlights which frighten me! I do other workouts during the week to - kickboxing, dance, cycling and weights, so hopefully as you say I will be ok running twice at the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted October 11, 2014 Report Share Posted October 11, 2014 Ha, I am glad I am not the only one about the dark, lol. Run Safe. Sounds like you are working out other ways and having fun, that is what it is all about. enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kelli Posted October 17, 2014 Report Share Posted October 17, 2014 Glad I'm not alone! I always run at night. I have two jobs, and my night job I usually end up home around 11. My neighborhood is pretty safe, but I run and rerun blocks that surround me so I'm always close to home. I also carry pepper speay on me, and I wear bright clothes. I also only run with one headphone so I can still hear things around me. Only downfall from this is I tried running during the day, and the sun completely wore me out. Hope I have some good tips ! Ps- running before bed is super relaxing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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