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According to data released by Adidas that surveyed more than 9,000 runners from 9 countries, 92 percent of the women said they had safety concerns in regards to running. More than half of the women and nearly one third of the men said they were afraid of being attacked while running.
As runners, it’s imperative that we think about our safety when we go out on runs, so we can actually enjoy our runs and still make it home safely. And if you’re a morning runner, logging those miles before the sun comes up, you should definitely be thinking about how to stay safe from potential harm.
Here are eight ways you can stay safe when running in the mornings:
Let someone that you know when you are going for a run.
In the early morning hours, it’s important for someone to know what time you left your house and around how many miles you plan on running. Heaven forbid, if you didn’t come…