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11 safety tips for outdoor exercise

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It's a sad fact of today's society but the world isn't a safe place. That's why we've developed our top safety tips to help you feel more secure when you run.

1. Don't wear headphones when running. They make you less in tune with your surroundings and more difficult to hear cars or someone running behind you. They can make you vulnerable to all sorts of mishaps such as injuries, attacks from criminals and collisions with vehicles.



2. Be aware of your surroundings. Don't run in quiet spots or remotes areas and keep to busy and familiar routes or parks. If you must run in the early morning hours, or late evening, make sure you keep to well lit areas.



3. Make sure you tell someone of your running route and what time you'll be back.



4. Alternate your routine so that you're not running the same route on the same day.



5. Try and run with a partner - if not, take your dog!



6. Always run facing on-coming traffic.



7. Cross roads at crossings and always be aware of traffic lights. Make sure you make eye contact before with the driver before crossing in front of a car.



8. Don't run wearing jewellery - this can put you at risk from muggings.



9. Do take change for the phone or your mobile in case of emergencies (keep it tucked in shorts or pocket).



10. Always carry identification or write your name and phone number on your shoes.



11. Wear light or reflective clothing.

For more information on running, check out www.realbuzz.com

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