You run as a part of your life. Now, running in COVID times brings up serious questions. Let’s answer them: Is it safe to run outside? The experts say yes, as long as you can do it in a place where you don’t come in contact with others. Even in the most population-dense places, you can quickly reduce the number of people you’ll face by setting your alarm early… really early. @_jordanrsmith does a great job getting right to it with medical professionals in this @runnersworld piece about the safest way for running in COVID times.
What about wearing a face mask?
Runners in Massachusetts as of Wednesday 5/6/20 and anyone out in public must cover their nose and mouth under an order by the Governor. @tessayannone brings in a master in breathing; yoga and running coach Cara Gilman to give you some advice on how to adapt to running with a mask.
Know the latest guidelines from the CDC
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to adjust, be safe, and keep up to speed directly from the CDC.
Sights on the run
I’ve always enjoyed the sights that you’ll only see on the run. Here’s a couple of recent pics at daybreak where I sometimes see geese and rarely encounter another human. Stay safe, be well and maybe we’ll see you from 6+ ft away on my next run.
Catching up on past posts: Rain, and why you should go run in it