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How Runners Can Keep Themselves And Others Safe During The Pandemic

As coronavirus-related restrictions take hold, the number of runners hitting roads and trails outside is surging. Here are some ideas for how to minimize your risks as you log your miles.

If you've started running, or gotten back into it, in the last few weeks, you're not the only one.

Cities across the country have seen a surge in the number of people running, walking and biking outside as social distancing guidelines take hold.

As more people turn to running, there are a lot of questions about how to do it safely. We talked to researchers and runners alike to answer some of the biggest questions.

6 Feet Is Not Enough

For starters, national experts aren't telling people to avoid exercising outside — even if you're under a shelter-in-place mandate. Health experts say your risk of infection from.

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