Freedom Run/Walk in San Francisco November 17, 2007

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Freedom Run/Walk coordinator: annie@safehs.com

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SAFETY
FOR WALKERS/RUNNERS IN TRAINING
WALKING TECHNIQUE
STRETCHING
COMMON WALKER MALADIES
NUTRITION

FREEDOM WALK/RUN: SAFETY
• Dress for rain and cool temperatures. San Francisco tends to be cool and rainy during the month of November. The temperature is on average in the lower 50 degrees Celsius. And the rainy season for San Francisco is normally from November to January. Be prepared for these cooler temperatures and potential rain. We have suggestions also for those who would like to participate and avoid the rain or participants who would like to participate without walking the entire 5 miles.
• Make yourself visible. Wear light-colored and reflective clothing. Add reflective tape to your clothes, or put on a reflective vest, arm bands or hat. Carry or wear a light on your hat or waist pack. Small, flashing reflective lights are available at running and cycling stores.
• Obey traffic signals, signs and regulations. Look both ways. Proceed with caution through intersections.
• Connect with drivers--make eye contact and wave before crossing streets. Make your intentions clear, and seek their acknowledgment.
• Carry identification.
• Be aware of your surroundings, and other people in your vicinity. If someone or something makes you uneasy, avoid it.
• Walk with a friend--two people are more visible, and safer, than one alone.
• Stay alert! We strongly recommend that you avoid using Walkmans or radios while training AND during the run/walk. Headphones can block the sound of approaching traffic and people, such as runners, cyclists, rollerbladers, or those walking with strollers or dogs.
• Meeting us at the end: If for any reason you feel that you must stop, please do! You can always meet us at the end of the run (Sutro Heights Park) by catching the 38 or the 38L bus).