Have you ever thought what would happen if you had a medical emergency while exercising? It could happen and are you prepared? Do you have identification on you? An emergency contact?
There is a product called Road ID that is inexpensive, easy to wear, and could save your life. I have been wearing mine for several years while I am out exercising. I found this product when I was looking for an easy way to carry ID without hauling my drivers license around.
The Road ID is attached to you and provides critical contact/medical information in the event you had a medical emergency.
The only time I ever have a cell phone with me is when I am cycling because of the far distance I could be from home. Plus it's nice to be able to call someone to pick you in a non-emergency event (flat tire, etc) and not walk your bike home 20 miles. When I run I do not carry my phone. Most of my running is in town and if I twisted my ankle, and couldn't walk, I could easily get to a phone.
However, it's the unforeseen accidents that could leave you seriously hurt or unconscious that prompted me to get a Road ID. I asked myself these questions based on a worst case (left for dead) scenario.
1. How would someone know who I am
2. How would they know who to contact in my family
3. How would the EMS know of my allergies and how old I was, etc
The Road ID lets you customize this information that would be used in an accident by EMS and bystanders that could really save your life.
When I go swimming there are other swimmers in the pool and lifeguards on duty. If I had a medical emergency in the pool I would get immediate attention. However, no one there would know who I am or who to contact. When I wear this ID around my wrist I am assured that the people who care about me the most would be made aware of the situation if I were unable to do so myself.
When you exercise by yourself (i.e. not with anyone who knows you) you should really think about getting a Road ID. It's a standard piece of equipment for me and I never leave home without it. Check out their website for more information.
