Female runners and safety

laurenxxapril
laurenxxapril Posts: 13 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi everyone! I'm planning on running in a woodsy area near my house. It's pretty excluded from much of the downtown chaos so it's likely to be just me on the trails. Do any of you women carry weapons or anything while running? I live in a nice town, but I want to be prepared for anything.

Thanks !
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  • sizzle74
    sizzle74 Posts: 858 Member
    Run with a large dog, pepper spray, and a gun.
  • TxRottie81
    TxRottie81 Posts: 45 Member
    i run with pepper spray and a cell phone... my dog has hip issues ... if you have a chl it would be great to pack some heat.....
  • iWaffle
    iWaffle Posts: 2,208 Member
    Run with a large dog, pepper spray, and a gun.

    Keep a nuclear weapon in your pocket. :laugh:


    You could just run with someone like me. I run on a back country dirt road in the dark and no one ever bothers me. Most low-lifes don't like being up and on the prowl at 5:30 in the morning though. Perhaps it's just timing.
  • kelbwjax
    kelbwjax Posts: 89 Member
    Pepper spray & Pocket knife
  • matt2442
    matt2442 Posts: 1,259 Member
    I recommend a huge knife, gun, protective vest, and pepper spray. You never know what kind of creepers you're going to get.

    I hope you stay safe

    If you have any problems tell me I will help beat them up

    :flowerforyou: I am with you on this running journey
  • TylerJ76
    TylerJ76 Posts: 4,375 Member
    No less than 6 guns strapped to your body...
  • KANGOOJUMPS
    KANGOOJUMPS Posts: 6,474 Member
    i run at 4am thru the bush, i carry nothing,,,just my fists if someone dare try.
  • Mavrick_RN
    Mavrick_RN Posts: 439 Member
    Brass knuckles and wasp spray.
  • Turtle003
    Turtle003 Posts: 133 Member
    My husband wants me to run with a gun...my dad wants me to run with pepper spray and a pocket knife...I just like to run with my Iphone...but pepper spray would be much more effective I would think. You wouldnt have to get near the offender as long as you sprayed it down wind of yourself! If anyone runs with a gun..where do you keep it? On your leg? I can't imagine running with mine.
  • Cherie0622
    Cherie0622 Posts: 87 Member
    Brass knuckles and wasp spray.

    Brass Knucles are illegal in my state. Not sure about elsewhere. However, the Wasp Spray is pretty good. Sprays super far too : )
  • KahalaGal
    KahalaGal Posts: 112 Member
    If you have long hair, wrap it up into a hat. no pony tails. an assaulter could control you simply by grabbing and holding you by your pony tail.
    best wishes to be safe.
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  • jzammetti
    jzammetti Posts: 1,956 Member
    They sell compression shorts with a built in holster for your handgun. I also bring my dog
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    U1AcZTe.jpg

    if you don't have a gun on you at all times you're probably gonna die.

    i know this is a fact because i learned it in the forumz
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    Maybe I watch too much CSI and Criminal Minds, etc. but I think people are being far too cavalier about running and safety.

    Find someone to go with you, take some pepper spray, bring a dog, tell someone exactly when you're getting there and when you're leaving and/or go during the day so you can see anyone approaching.
  • Venomous_Duck
    Venomous_Duck Posts: 32
    Bad things only happen to people in the movies.....
  • NutellaAddict
    NutellaAddict Posts: 1,258 Member
    CCW
  • devilwhiterose
    devilwhiterose Posts: 1,157 Member
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    if you don't have a gun on you at all times you're probably gonna die.

    i know this is a fact because i learned it in the forumz

    :sad:
  • Amcolecchi
    Amcolecchi Posts: 260 Member
    Invest in a treadmill...It's not worth your safety to run in a wooded area yourself! I live in a very good neighborhood and there is a trail I used to run by myself and some girl was raped on there! Not worth it to go by yourself hun!
  • cbeckl
    cbeckl Posts: 79
    I run with 2 german shepherds and mace. I always carry my cell phone as well. Have thought about carrying my pistol but haven't had any issues that I felt it is necessary.
  • AMAYAROSE35
    AMAYAROSE35 Posts: 10
    Bear Spray (It sprays further, and there are Bear and other animals out there in the woods where I am....lol ).... I used to run on a block that had loose Pit Bulls around....you can never be too safe. Also, can you run with someone? I always believe that there is safety in numbers~

    *I got the Bear Spray idea from a UPS driver that said he always used it on any dog that came near him (I also saw him using it in action)...he said he was bit far too many times without it...
  • JHarr454
    JHarr454 Posts: 50 Member
    I have not yet figured a way to comfortably run with a gun.

    Kimber makes a small two shot pepper projectile "gun" that I've considered getting.
  • crimsoncat
    crimsoncat Posts: 457 Member
    My friend runs with her dog. He growls at all strangers until his owner introduces him. More than once he has warded off some creepier.

    Edit: Also a thought, consider a medical bracelet if you have any conditions or a phone number to call in case you get sick while running.
  • thrld
    thrld Posts: 610 Member
    Mace Sport 3in 1 Strobe Personal Alarm

    To activate alarm, remove pin from the top of the unit to emit a 130 dB blast and flashing light.Small button on side of unit allows strobe light to be used as a flashlight. Comes with clip for joggers and walkers.
  • Cr01502
    Cr01502 Posts: 3,614 Member
    Just strap some C-4 to your chest and keep your finger on the trigger at all times.


    That'll show those creeps.

    This.

    Or bring your boyfriend.
  • RhineDHP
    RhineDHP Posts: 1,025 Member
    Just run with pepper spray, a cellphone, and make sure that you tell someone when you'll be gone and what time they should expect you back. If you're really paranoid, you could get a stun gun. Or was it a taser? Whichever is the close ranged one.

    Jeez what kind of place do you people live in where you need a gun on you at all times? Unless she should be worried about dangerous wild animals.
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
    http://www.darkgovernment.com/news/knife-can-freeze-organs/

    In the groin region.
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    I tell somebody when I go and when I'm expected to come back. Other than that I carry an iphone and hope that I can sprint faster than a rapist. There was a woman who was murdered on the trail I use, but it's populated enough and used enough to deter a criminal. And, at least, somebody could hear me if I screamed. I feel at least as safe there during daylight hours as I do any place else I could be. Women have been hurt just about everywhere.
  • Lalouse
    Lalouse Posts: 221 Member
    Yes... my legs.

    The reality is that any weapon you carry can be used against you. The person attacking you is more likely to know how to use it efficiently than you are.

    Your legs are your greatest weapon, because since you are running, all you should be doing when you feel scared/threatened .. is start running even faster, away, to a safe place.

    Your legs are also good for kicking him in the b*lls.
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
    The reality is that any weapon you carry can be used against you. The person attacking you is more likely to know how to use it efficiently than you are.

    Seriously, if you get a weapon GET TRAINING

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