[Sportsandrec] runners and joggers

[Shawn Abraham]

Rachel,
As I understand it, communication is key to running over land.  
However, if you're running with a cane and a guide, what I try to 
do is just hold the cane slightly above the ground while running, 
so it won't interfere with the running itself, but at the same 
time will hit any objects in the way (if there are any).  For 
casual running of course.

 ----- Original Message -----
From: Rachel Kuntz via Sportsandrec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
To: <Sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
Date sent: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 14:26:33 -0400
Subject: [Sportsandrec] runners and joggers

Hi all,



I am a new list member so don't know if the topic of running & 
jogging has
been discussed recently.  I have been running or rather jogging 
for a couple
of years now but still haven't figured out a good system for 
running with a
sighted guide especially when participating in 5K's.  Anyone have 
suggestions
that have worked for you?



I have held a shoestring while running with a sighted guide 
during a 5k.
This worked okay but never could get the right arm rhythm with my 
partner.



Other questions, I am not sure how to go about getting another 
person to
train with.  My original buddy moved out of the area.



Should I run with my cane? I have some sight so I usually don't 
have the
cane when running.  I found that I couldn't keep the tapping up 
and remember
to breathe.  I tried carrying it folded but didn't like how heavy 
it was.



Eager for ideas,



Rachel Kuntz

rachelrkuntz at gmail.com

937 245-0547



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