Running at night, /jogging...

Run in higher traffic areas that are well lit.

I cannot run inside as I get bored after 10 minutes. Running outside is a much better workout and NOT boring. Plus, who doesn't like fresh air???

I used to run in the early morning (5 AM) until around early November. I hated running in the dark. Just didn't feel safe and didn't enjoy it or look forward to it. So I switched it to evenings. And even though it's still dark, there are more people out and about, christmas lights, etc. But now that christmas light season is over, I only go out on the weekend when it's light. I just don't enjoy being out in the dark.....

I used to run outdoors, but since I no longer race (I just run for exercise) I do it on a treadmill. I lift in the morning, run in the evenings. It works for me.

I really can't stand treadmills, so I run outside, and usually after 9pm. Most of my route is lit, some of it has sidewalks, and this time of year I'm battling icy spots, but none of that seems to bother me. I take my dog, throw on some flashy lights, and really enjoy the cold air.

I run at night almost always because my schedule doesn't allow me to do it in daylight. I kind of prefer night running, it's a little more peaceful and doesn't smell as bad (fast food stench, car exhaust). I have a well lit route and I wear hi vis clothing. I thought about carrying a knife once but I'm pretty sure I would just stab myself. LOL.

I figure...I'm running. I could probably run away from anyone who tried to screw with me. And if they were faster than me, I bet I have better stamina. As in, they'll be tired of struggling before they have me beat. I think someone would have to have a gun or a knife to best me. In which case, I'd be screwed, anyways.

I usually run outside, in the evenings. If I run too late, I have trouble getting to sleep at a decent time. If you prefer runing at night then go for it! It's a great way to work off the stress of the day.

I do the majority of my running in the dark...because that's when I have time to do it. Especially this time of year. If I'm on pavement I wear a reflector vest. If I'm on a trail I wear a headlamp. The only time I feel even the least bit concerned is if it's cold enough that if I had to stop for an injury that I would be in trouble. When that's the case I "loop" my course around the house as opposed to an out and back.

I just re-read your OP and saw that no one actually answered your question about slowing down. The only time I slow down is when there's a crosswalk and I'm unsure how the vehicle approaching is going to behave. As for approaching people, I stand up straighter and quicken my pace just in case they thought they were gonna abduct me or something so i look like too much of a bas@ss to do that to. LOL. retarded, but yes, i really do that. I like to think of it as the peacock defense.

I prefer running outside, but I like to run during the daytime. My neighborhood is really dark and there are narrow roads where neighbors drive too fast on. I don't feel comfortable running in the dark.

I do slow down to pass people - just enough to make sure I can pass safely.

I was never worried about how I looked while running. My whole neighborhood is really active so we all just look silly together I guess. :laugh:
I have never been one to worry about what other people think. I love the benefits of running too much to not run. I started with a c25k app. I started on the treadmill, but quickly moved it to outside.

I work graveyard 11pm-7am including weekends. It's rarely busy on the weekends so I'll go outside and jog a couple of miles. I work at a Naval base so little traffic, no crazies I need to worry about other than the occasional drunk sailor stumbling about, plus there's a track that I use and a 8 story garage building with stairs that I tackle as well.