Whether you’re an avid runner or just starting on your running journey, safety should always be your priority. To make sure you stay safe and secure during your runs, here are eight must-have safety gadgets that will provide peace of mind.
Apple Watch
The Watch is a great accessory to have on your run. It has GPS and electronic heart rate monitoring capabilities so you can track how far you’ve gone and how hard you’re working out. Plus, the watch has several safety features such as fall detection, emergency SOS and more!
Noxgear Visibility Vest
For those who like to run at night or in low-light conditions, the Noxgear Visibility Vest is one you just gotta have.. This vest comes with bright LED lights that increase visibility for runners by up to a quarter mile. Not only does it make you stand out from other runners,it also keeps drivers aware of your presence on the road.
Road ID Bracelet
Road ID bracelets are an easy way to ensure medical personnel know who you are if anything were to happen while running. You can customize them with all sorts of information including medical conditions, allergies and contact information, so if something happens help will be able to find you quickly.
Amphipod Wearable Reflectors
Amphipod Wearable Reflectors can easily be attached to any piece of clothing or shoe so drivers can see you even in low light conditions. They are lightweight and waterproof, which makes them perfect for any type of weather condition or terrain.
Sabre Runner Pepper Gel
The Sabre Runner Pepper Gel contains a blend of oleoresin capsicum (OC) and cayenne pepper, which causes severe irritation when sprayed into the eyes or skin of an attacker. It also contains UV dye which allows law enforcement to locate the suspect more easily after they have been sprayed with the gel.
Go Guarded Ring
The Go Guarded ring is a discreet way to keep yourself safe on a run without having to carry a bulky keychain alarm system everywhere you go. This ring emits an ear-piercing sound when activated, which makes it difficult for attackers to remain unnoticed in crowded areas or public spaces.
Shokz OpenRun Headphones
Shokz OpenRun headphones allow runners the freedom to listen to music without worrying about getting tangled up in wires or having their headphones fall off. . Plus, they include bone conduction technology which allows runners to hear their music without blocking out ambient noise such as cars or other noises in their environment that could potentially put them in danger while running outdoors.
Birdie Alarm
The Birdie Alarm is designed specifically for runners looking for an extra feeling of safety when they go out alone. It looks like a simple bangle bracelet but holds a powerful alarm system that emits a 130 decibel sound when activated (by pressing down on its button twice quickly within a two-second time frame).
As we’ve seen, there’s no shortage of gadgets available for runners today–each one providing invaluable safety for anyone wanting nothing more than safe runs each time they hit the pavement! With these gadgets in tow, you can enjoy worry-free runs knowing you’re better prepared if anything were ever to happen during training sessions or races.
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