Working out in the dark

tiguer

Help me eliminate this "excuse" to not work out!

I find the best time for me to work out is in the morning, around 5am - before everyone else is up. If I wait until the end of the day, after work...it just doesn't happen. I have small children, so unless the husband is around and willing to actively watch the kids, I can't get away for a workout on my own.

I have a small dog, so I often like to walk or run with him. We live in a subdivision, but it is out in the country (think big 1-2 acre lots, lots of trees, dirt roads and farms). With it getting light later and later now, I'm finding that I am far less likely to get up and go for a walk or run, using the darkness as an excuse. There are animals where we live, mostly deer, etc - but there is the possibility of bear, unfriendly dogs, and even mountain lion. I would mostly be on residential roads, no highways, so I am not afraid of cars not seeing me.

In all reality, I am probably far safer walking or running alone in the dark out here than during the daylight in the city but there is still that element of fear. So - I need ideas! How can I feel safe to walk or run at 5am, before its light out?

Superbritt2drescu

handgun tucked in back of running pants, light clipped to your belt? Or hit up a 24 hr gym?

MissJenova

Get a light weight reflective vest and/or bring a flashlight. If you're in a residnetial area you will be pretty unlikely to run into any truely dangerous animals.
Dogs you can avoid if you know where they live.

Just bring some light, and pepperspray if you must, and you'll be good!!

ThickMcRunFast

I know what you mean, I had to go out late for my run yesterday, and while the moon was nice, dealing with a pack of coyotes at the end was not . You can wear a headlamp and running vest to be visible...maybe bring some pepper spray. Don't wear headphones/earbuds, or keep one ear open, and bring your cell phone.