5 golden rules for safe jogging this winter

Winter running has always been an awesome experience to me living in India. You cannot expect the best of climates round the year in a tropical country like India. I have always seen those fitness freaks around me wait for the winter; the season in which they can burn more calories and at the same time expending less sweat.

Here I have something for you joggers who come out early in the morning. How dark is 5 am to you? It is equally dark and foggy for the driver who drives his car. It is difficult for him to find out that a two footed creature dressed in black is jogging down the lane. Hence comes our 5 golden rules

Rule no. 1 –Be visible on the road.

1.       Make yourself visible by wearing reflective clothing/ atleast bright coloured clothes.

2.       You don’t know how sleepy the driver behind you is. Run opposite to the direction of traffic. You can see what is coming, even if what comes doesn’t see you.

Rule no.2 – Make help reach easily

1.       Carry your mobile phones – not to plug in your earphones, but with those emergency contact numbers saved in it.

2.       Have a buddy; run with a buddy; he will be a helping hand in case of emergency. Always be sure that there is someone else who knows your planned route that you take everyday.

Rule no. 3 – Dress in layers

1.       I always prefer dressing in layers to wearing a single thick jacket. It gives me the freedom to take them off one by one even while on the run.

Rule no.4 – Stay safe from frost bite

1.       I am sure that you joggers are pretty sharp and specific in the selection of shoes. But are you still using those meshed shoes you used in summer for this winter too? Dear child, be aware of frost bite. I would advise not to use mesh shoes in winter.

Rule no. 5 – Be ready to stop if your body demands

1.       Know your body, and your weaknesses too. Never jump into running to entertain your friend. In winter, there is chance that your heart beat rate increases abnormally and you yourself will be able to smell danger. Stop, take shelter. Do not hesitate to get medical help.

Wish you safe jogging and safe memories J