RUNNING & WALKING IN CHARLOTTESVILLE
There are dozens of quiet and scenic places to run in our beautiful neck of the woods!
RUNNING QUICKLINKS
WALKING ROUTES
SAFETY
RUNNING & WALKING SAFELY: BE ALERT, BE AWARE, AND BE DILIGENT
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Unplug especially in areas of heavy traffic – bikes and cars
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Buddy Up (safety in numbers) – Join a running/walking group or find a buddy to train with you
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Face traffic when running/walking so you can see cars coming towards you
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Obey traffic signals and always assume the driver cannot see you
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Carry a cell phone so you have the ability to call for help if needed
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Let someone know your route and/or let them know if you change it during your run/walk
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Ignore/don’t engage with any verbal harassment
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Have a plan in case you need to get defensive. If you carry something with you be sure you know how to use it and use it quickly.
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Carry ID with your name, emergency contact info, and medical info
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If running/walking in poor visibility
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Wear light-colored and/or reflective clothing. Reflective clothing between the waist and shoulders on the front and back that covers at least 50 square inches is ideal.
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Wear a head lamp, but also remember to wear a light on your back as vehicles traveling behind you cannot see you. A strobe style, continuously flashing at least 2” in diameter is the best.
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