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Can blind people go jogging, how? (self.Blind)
submitted by questions4theblind
Would you recommend it or not
vwlsmssng 7 points 4y ago
Yes with a guide.

Blind runners compete in the Special Olympics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfSa5ZFrnkI
questions4theblind [OP] 1 points 4y ago
I was thinking more for doing it as a hobby/exercise
FrankenGretchen 3 points 4y ago
There are running clubs for the blind in some cities. I'm by no means going to join one but I know people who have. NYC had a big one a bit ago.
vwlsmssng 2 points 4y ago
Same principle but less effort.

You would find another runner who would keep pace with you and you can have a short tether between you or they can gently guide you by touching your elbow.

The video linked above has been made to be accessible by VI viewers and has good descriptions of different guiding methods and practical advice what to do when the two of you get out of sync.

The video also shows how some tracks have a guide rail at hand height for VI runners.

Maybe give the local running club a call and ask if anyone there would help with a blind runner just doing for the exercise. The worst they can do is say no.

I've watched the whole video now and I think I could be using some of the advice to be a guide for someone I know.
DeafBlindAndy 4 points 4y ago
It depends a lot on how much if any usable sight you have. For context, I have about 5 degrees of central vision left. I can't safely jog, sometimes even walking fast can leave me disoriented. You could certainly do it in an organised fashion with a guide but I would be hesitant by yourself, but if you can find somewhere safe without too many other people around (mobile hazards are the worst) then you could do some trial and error.

I do sprints on carefully recce'd ground.

I've been doing more rucking lately. At its core, this is just going for a walk with a heavy rucksack. I've really been enjoying that. It feels like hard work (cos it is!) and gets me out of the house... I have a few standard routes I usually do and then try to do a new one every month or so.
multi-instrumental 4 points 4y ago
A treadmill.
questions4theblind [OP] 1 points 4y ago
I was thinking more outdoor jogging
KrolPolski 1 points 4y ago
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is training guide dogs for running
multi-instrumental 1 points 4y ago
I'm only (for the time being) VI, but I would imagine that jogging (by yourself) and being fully blind outdoors would be a terrible idea. Maybe on a trail? Or with a guide dog?

You might get impaled using a cane.
BlindBear902 3 points 4y ago
A safer way could be find a local track or if you knew someone who lived in a private’s circular neighborhood. Instead of not jogging at all those could be some possible safer solutions.
intrepidia 2 points 4y ago
Most definitely with the assist of a guide runner. You are connected to each other via a tether such as a lanyard or a rigid grip held in the hand as you run.

If in North America, check out Achilles International or United in Stride.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask as I'm well versed on the subject.
King_of_the_Dot 2 points 4y ago
I would suggest trying to find a local group that meets for group jogs. Not only would you be jogging, but you would meet people, and also would easily be able to follow them with just your ears.
AllHarlowsEve 2 points 4y ago
If you have someone to go with, you can easily jog. If you have an area, like a high school track, that doesn't have many people and it's well maintained, you could definitely get familiar enough to jog on it.
Rahawk02 2 points 4y ago
They use their feet
oncenightvaler 1 points 4y ago
I once practiced jogging in high school gym and what I did was I did not have my white cane and instead I held a long towel and guide held the other end and ran at a similar fast pace, and guide would warn me about things I might trip over or corners to turn.

However I would still say treadmill or stationary bike or elliptical or tandem bike over jogging any day for myself personally, just more independence.

I go for walks in my neighbourhood with my white cane frequently just to get fresh air but I also go to the gym three times a week or so to do cardio machines and weight lifting machines.
ukifrit 1 points 4y ago
Using their feet and maybe a guide.
Hellsacomin94 1 points 4y ago
I’ve heard of a guy that runs 5ks with his guide dog on a leash.
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