Safety Tips for those Jogging at Night

Christmas is over and the time of get rid of those extra mince pies is here. As a result more people are taking to the streets in an attempt to jog off any excess weight they may have acquired over the festive holiday.

However, it’s important to remember that jogging doesn’t simply just mean putting on your jogging clothes and heading out for a 10k run. These days you also have to take into consideration your safety, in addition to the weather, the time of day you’re running and making sure others can see you and you can see others.

With our busy lifestyles many may find it hard to slot in a time when they can go out for a run. Many in fact chose to either wake up early or head out in the evening, both times of the day when daylight is limited and safety with running in the dark of paramount importance.

Below are a few tips on how joggers can maintain their safety while running in the dark.

Sight.

Visibility is an essential part of jogging. When out jogging you should stick to well lit areas that illuminate the streets you are jogging on. However, if you pick a route or trail that has some stretches that are un-lit, make sure you bring your own light with you.

Be Seen.

If you  decide to run on the road, make sure that drivers can also see you. Reflective clothing is an important part of any joggers wardrobe. For extra visibility, you should also consider wearing a headlamp that also has an LED light on the back. Blinking lights are ideal in these situations as they have been designed to grab the driver’s attention.