What is the best way to walk at night?

Strategies for Walking at Night
  1. Wear Reflective Gear. Westend61 / Getty Images. ...
  2. Light Your Way. Tooga / Getty Images. ...
  3. Choose Your Route Wisely. SolStock / Getty Images. ...
  4. Know Night Walking Safety Rules. ...
  5. Be Aware of Your Surroundings. ...
  6. Avoid Distracted Walking at Night. ...
  7. Shift Your Walking Time. ...
  8. Use a Treadmill or Elliptical.




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Avoid walking or running alone at night. Instead go walking or jogging with a friend. Don't use headphones while walking, driving or jogging. Always walk in well-lighted areas.

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By analyzing injury and fatality statistic from various agencies and collating time of day with pedestrian strikes, the agencies discovered that the most dangerous time to walk is between 6 PM and Midnight. That six-hour stretch of evening/night is when well over 50% of all pedestrian accident occur.

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Many places in Europe are considered safe to walk alone at night. Switzerland and Germany are known for their low crime rates and generally safe environments.

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The third timeframe in which you should avoid taking walks is just after midnight, between 12 a.m. and 3 a.m. Ten to 20% of accidents (depending on the time of year) occur during this time because most bars close around 2 a.m.; between the increased chance of drivers being intoxicated and the hazards of driving at ...

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