How can a beginner get better at running in the city

People living in a city don’t need to do much physical work, so most people like running to help build strong bones strengthens muscles and helps maintain a healthy weight. Running can benefit almost every part of your body and lift your mood.

Running in the city can be lots of different than running in a quiet country road or on a trail. There are some potential dangers that lurk literally around every corner.  If you are a beginner running in the city, this article may be helpful for you.

Before you start

Running requires little equipment, but a good pair of running shoes that suit your foot type may help improve comfort. There are many types of trainers on the market, so get advice from a specialist running retailer who will assess your foot and find the right shoes for you. 

1, Always practice the Basics.

There are a variety of common-sense guidelines that can help your running experience be more safe and enjoyable. Such as following the posted rules, always look both ways, wait for drives to see you and wear bright colored or reflected clothing so that drivers can see you at night.

2, Plot a safe route on Google maps

The city is a living, breathing a place that’s filled with potential hazards for runners. So it’s doubly important you plan out every aspect of your run before you go. Choose your time and location and try to avoid times with heavy pedestrian and car traffic.

3, If you are over 60 years old, try to avoid running at night just in case some accident happens during the dark. If you want to run during the evening, try to run with a buddy who can help you

4, Approach intersections and streets with caution and pay attention to the road

Crossing busy intersections is the most present danger for city runners. If a runner isn’t paying attention, they can be hit by a car. If a driver isn’t paying attention, a runner can be hit by a car. I was almost hit by a car once when I was running on a street. I did not pay attention and ran as fast as I can.

Don’t play on your phone while walking or running on a road. You get used to looking on your phone from time to time. When you are playing on your phone, your lack of attention can turn any one of them into one of the pedestrians who are killed or injured.

5, Consider running without headphones (Or you can choose bone conduction headphones)

Running without headphones is the safest way to run in a city. With headphones in your ears, you will hard to hear what’s going on around you; you cannot focus on your environment because you are focused on what you are listening to. You may also damage your hearing if you wear your headphones for a long time. Or if you want to list to your favorite music while running, you can choose a set of bone conduction headphones from Leaglee. They allow you to have your favorite music while running and they are comfortable to wear and you never feel it when you are running. You can still hear what’s going on around you while listening to music. 

Last but not least, don’t forget to share your running activities to your friends finally. Enjoy your running.