🎙️ The Women’s Running Collective Podcast
Episode 54 – Staying Safe on Your Run: Empowering Tips for Women
G’day runners! 👟 In this week’s episode of the Women’s Running Collective, your hosts Hayles and Jussie are having a real and open chat about something that affects so many of us—staying safe while running.
Whether you're hitting your local parkrun, doing laps around the block, or heading out on the trails, safety is something we all think about (and shouldn't have to!). Hayles and Jussie share personal stories, stats from recent surveys, and loads of practical tips for keeping safe and feeling empowered when you run.
They cover everything from:

Running during daylight hours 🌞
Changing up your regular route
Letting someone know your plans
Using tracking tools like Strava Beacon or Garmin LiveTrack
Running with a buddy or in a group
Safety gadgets (like personal alarms and wearable ID)
Wearing reflective gear at dawn/dusk
Trusting your gut — always

Plus, a powerful convo around how safety isn't just on us — it's a shared responsibility that society needs to take seriously. This episode is all about supporting each other and creating a safer space for all women to move freely and confidently. 💜
 
⏱️ Episode Highlights:

00:00 – Welcome + Intro
00:34 – Weekly Running Recap
01:45 – Recent Challenges + Learnings
03:34 – Why Safety is Top of Mind for Women Runners
10:04 – Simple, Smart Safety Tips
13:01 – Road Safety + Visibility Musts
14:38 – Navigating Roads + Busy Streets
16:05 – Running with Friends or Groups
16:53 – Staying Alert + Trusting Your Instincts
20:17 – Our Favourite Safety Tools + Gadgets
21:32 – Community + Collective Support
25:44 – Final Tips + Wrap-Up

 
🛡️ Handy Safety Resources for Aussie Runners:

Our Watch – Preventing Violence Against Women
Strava Beacon – Real-Time Location Sharing
Garmin LiveTrack – Stay Connected on Your Runs
GoGuarded – Self-Defence Tools for Runners
parkrun Australia – Find Your Local Community Run
She’s Birdie – Personal Safety Alarms (ships to Aus)
Tips from Victoria Police: Personal Safety While Exercising

 
💬 We’d love to know your safety tips and go-to tools! DM us on Instagram @womensrunningcollective or share your thoughts in our Facebook group.
 
 
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