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I give them a big Ed McMahon "HEY-O!" and a pat on the butt.

No, I'm too shy. And no one, but no one, runs slower than I do. Other runners would probably think I'm walking.

I run slower than you do.

I smile. Sometime I wave. When the endorphins hit, I pump my fist and hoot. If they look like they are lost in their music or doing chi running or something, I respect their privacy, however.

Yeahhhh....no. I'm just trying to keep breathing. If they say something to me first, I'll respond though. This is also why I wear sunglasses when I run, even if it's overcast. If I don't make eye contact, a lot of time they'll leave me alone.

ETA: I went for a bike ride last weekend, the first time in like 15 years. I was totally shocked at how nice the other bikers were. The bike trail was super crowded, and nearly everyone that passed us acknowledged us in some way.

I also wave at cars that don't run me over when I'm running in the street.

Yep me too! I also bang on the hoods of the ones that come to close or don't look both ways before they turn into me while I'm running as far to the side as I can.

I usually acknowledge everyone - runners, walkers, bikers, drivers who let me keep moving - with a wave, smile or nod. Doesn't cost anything to be friendly!

I look for eye contact. If I don't get it, I don't bother smiling or waving.

I am more concerned with people getting out of my way when I'm skateboarding. I keep my ultimate b!tchface on when boarding. When peeps (deliberately and willingly) move out of my way they get a smile and wave. I've noticed that runners are more likely than walkers to give me room and/or smile. Most of the time, however, I defer to the runners and get my *kitten* out of their way. (running is approximately 3x more work than skateboarding, by my estimation) I seem to get more smiles from runners when I'm boarding as opposed to running.

I think the protocol is bikers yield to runners yield to equestrians when on trails. I don't know where skateboarders fall into that.

I wave, smile, and say "hi" to everyone I pass unless I am about to puke from the heat or during a speed workout. I do the same when I'm cycling. Most of the time I get a positive response, but sometimes I get the blank stare. I just think it's a great way to acknowledge the efforts of anyone who has gotten up off their butts to get outside and exercise.

Protocol is for you to yell "on your left" (or whichever side you plan to pass) if you are passing others from behind. Most people will move. I'm guessing you are talking about those oncoming peeps, though. If I can get off the path and I'm on foot, I will get out of the way for any wheels. I feel it is easier for me to walk/run on grass than it is for you to stop.

I run at 5am in my neighborhood. I have only once in the 2 years of doing this seen another runner out at that hour, and he was way ahead turning down another block.

If, however, I were to pass another runner I would smile, nod, and hand them my card:

"Hello. I am a solitary female runner in a pre-dawn darkened neighborhood. I notice that you, too, are running in my neighborhood. This card serves to inform you that I have made a note of your height, coloring, and general age*. I have also taken photographs of the license plates of all unfamiliar cars I have run past this morning and emailed them to the proper authorities. If I have not returned home by 6am, my spouse and children are under instruction to contact said authorities and begin the investigation into my whereabouts. Your acceptance of this card is your agreement that you will submit yourself to any questioning or DNA testing in the course of this investigation. Have a great run!"

*Additionally, I have noted your running pace and you are making me very insecure in my lack of speed. Also, this is a school zone. Please slow down.

I run at 5am in my neighborhood. I have only once in the 2 years of doing this seen another runner out at that hour, and he was way ahead turning down another block.

If, however, I were to pass another runner I would smile, nod, and hand them my card:

"Hello. I am a solitary female runner in a pre-dawn darkened neighborhood. I notice that you, too, are running in my neighborhood. This card serves to inform you that I have made a note of your height, coloring, and general age*. I have also taken photographs of the license plates of all unfamiliar cars I have run past this morning and emailed them to the proper authorities. If I have not returned home by 6am, my spouse and children are under instruction to contact said authorities and begin the investigation into my whereabouts. Your acceptance of this card is your agreement that you will submit yourself to any questioning or DNA testing in the course of this investigation. Have a great run!"

*Additionally, I have noted your running pace and you are making me very insecure in my lack of speed. Also, this is a school zone. Please slow down.

maybe instead of being interested in solving the crime, maybe focus on preventing the crime. like when girls text ID details to a friend of some guy they just met and are about to go home with.

the card should state some mma skills and an NRA member.

Protocol is for you to yell "on your left" (or whichever side you plan to pass) if you are passing others from behind.

Yeah, i'm super careful passing anyone from behind since the day I gave an "on your left" and the lady walked TO the left, causing a slow-motion crash. :noway: I figure most ppl aren't this clueless, but you never know...

10/10 would acknowledge on either side

I give them a big Ed McMahon "HEY-O!" and a pat on the butt.

No, I'm too shy. And no one, but no one, runs slower than I do. Other runners would probably think I'm walking.

I'm a slow runner too but in my experience even the fastest runners I've encountered have offered me at least a smile. Don't let your shyness stop you from treating fellow runners!

I generally follow this type of routine with regards to greeting other runners while out for a jog. 1) make note of approaching runner coming into view. 2) as approaching runner gets closer, gradually increase pace. 3) when approaching runner gets within 100 yards, increase pace again and focus on improved form and rhythmic breathing...shoulders back, back straight, chest out , head up, strong and graceful strides. 4) When approaching runner gets within 30 yards, create a big smile on my face to make it appear that I am truly enjoying this run. 5) Nod and say a cheery "Good Morning" as I pass the approaching runner. 6) Count to 5, and then revert back to my slow, plodding pace, slouched form, and my normal breathing/gasping for breath in a manner that sounds like a female moose giving birth to triplets..
(The one instance where I was forced to not acknowledge my fellow runners was in Austin, Texas. There were so many people running on the trails there that I was nodding so much, people were starting to think I had a nervous tick. I was making myself dizzy )

That part goes without saying.

Depends on the run and how I am feeling. Generally, yes I will acknowledge them back and wave or something. But, if it is a crappy run and I am doing everything in my power to just push through it, then no. Mainly because their smiles make me want to punch them in the face...compared to how I am probably feeling at the time. And even though I know they are well intentioned, I take their smiles as mockery of my pitiful moment in life.

ETA: Unless it is a wheelchair runner or an amputee runner...I will go out of my way to hi-five them no matter who crappy my run feels because they always give me a boost in motivation when I see them.

I do the head nod, but only because a wave seems unbearable during my run.

HAHA totally this. Sometimes I'll manage to get a very heavily breathed "hi" out but that's rare. But usually just a nod and a smile.

I always nod, wave, thumbs up, something. . .if there's one or two.

If its a busy day, there's really no point.