Just been out for my morning run and saw five other runners. ALL were carrying a phone with them. WHY?
WHY???? WHY CAN YOU NOT UNPLUG YOURSELF FROM YOUR DIGITAL TAG A FEW HOURS A WEEK!!!!!
Whether a ridiculous flippy belt or a ridiculous arm holder, it looks INSANE. Especially as phones are now the size of a laptop/tablet.
"I need it for Strava"
You can get a second hand Garmin for 50 quid, 100 new, JUST GET ONE!!!
"I need it for music"
You shouldn't be listening to music!!! Even an incredibly average runner like me running 6/7 min miles you should be concentrating on form, cadence, what's around you. Seen so many people clattered in races while listening to music
Also if you go to a race (a social event) and listen to music you are likely a sociopath and likely neurodivergent. You should be interacting with people around you. Ban all music and phones from ALL races. NOW!
"I might need it in an emergency"
You're running to Tesco and back, not some Demoor-esque mountain run. Take an emergency contact number if that concerned.
Phones and running do not mix!!!!
PLEASE LEAVE IT AT HOME FROM NOW ON!!!!