On the run? You need to remember some safety tips before you hit the trail.

The Road Runners Club of America advises:

• Skip the headphones so you can hear what is going on around you.
• Carry a cell phone and some form of identification that includes your address, phone number, blood type and important medical information.
• Run against the flow of traffic to better see oncoming vehicles.
• When crossing streets, get acknowledgement from a driver that he or she sees you.
• Always obey traffic signals.
• Vary your running location, but stick to familiar routes.
• Tell someone before you leave where you will be running and when you expect to return.
• Run with a friend or a pet. Avoid isolated areas, including overgrown trails and deserted streets.
• Wear reflective material if you’re running when it is dark or near-dark.

Source: HealthDay