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Dangers of Exercising, Pedestrians in the Line of Danger

Exercising Smartly Can Keep You Safe

One would think that after all this time, there would be no such thing as an accident involving someone exercising because they blended-in with the scenery, but it happens each and every day.

Therefore, it's important to pause and hold this information close to our thoughts whenever we go outdoors to interact with nature - whether we are walking, playing sports or jumping rope - particularly when the sun scoots from the sky and our surroundings go dark.

Tips for Staying Safe While Exercising

- Hikers should avoid wearing green so as they do not blend in with the scenery and become mistaken for a 'wandering dear'.

- As to late evening activity - avoid wearing dark clothing and wear a stick-on reflector if necessary. And if the kids are playing outdoors after dark - it's time to join them for a bit of supervision, or call them inside.

- These days it's not unusual to drive down a busy street or a country lane and see a handicapped person driving a cart in one lane dedicated to cars. Likewise, runners and bicyclers do the same. It's unsafe and playing with fire much like a gnat and an elephant.

- Protect your skin with sun-block during all seasons of the year against harmful UV rays of the sun which can damage and contribute to skin cancer.

- If you have long hair, tie it back securely so that it doesn't fall in front of your eyes and block your vision. One fall is all it takes to break an arm, hip or leg - or something vital.

- Don't overdo in extreme hot or cold weather. Sweating like a lost goose or drawing a cave of ice-cold air into your lungs will cancel all healthy benefits that would have been received by exercising.

- When exercising away from home be sure to put a slip of paper in your pocket with your name, address and a contact with the necessary information - just in case something happens. After all, no one ever plans to have an accident.