RUN SAFE WHILE LISTENING TO MUSIC—USING THE RIGHT TECHNOLOGY

It’s a fact that some runners and walkers who listen to music are killed and injured every year because they don’t hear the warning signs from traffic, etc.   I’m not against “workout music”  but I want every exerciser to be safe—and here’s how.

Facing Traffic  When you walk or run alongside a road you want to be able to see the threats in front of you.  Be aware of every car ahead and have a plan to avoid a vehicle should it get out of control.

New Technology Allows You To Listen to music while monitoring sounds that could indicate threats.  I use a device made by Oladance, which comfortably rests over the ears and delivers outstanding sound.  But it does not block the warning noise that could indicate a threat.

Volume—Use Common Sense.  I’m a fan of Bob Dylan and like to increase the sound on some of my favorite songs.  With a conventional earbud I’m sure I couldn’t hear a car on the sidewalk behind me, crashing through a sign.  Even with higher volume levels, the type of technology used by Oladance can keep you aware—unless you’re singing too loud to yourself and in another world.

Enjoy every run!

Jeff Galloway

Jeff Galloway smiling near a lake with city skyline in the distance.
Jeff Galloway

Jeff Galloway, US Olympian and creator of the Run-Walk-Run method, has helped over 350,000 runners achieve their goals through his innovative training programs. As Runner's World's monthly columnist and author of North America's best-selling running book, Jeff has spent over 50 years sharing his expertise and continues to conduct running seminars worldwide as runDisney's Official Training Consultant.

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