Despite all these "little" things (they're little to me anymore and really they're not a big deal), I have been able to do most everything I've always wanted to do and running is definitely one of those things. However, I typically run alone and I know I push myself so having ID and emergency information on me during a run is clutch. Again, I've been very fortunate to never have had a seizure or accident especially during a run but having information about my condition, especially my medication, on me while I run is a comfort.
My mom found RoadID for me when she was flipping through one of my running magazines while I was in high school. When I went to college and was outside of the safety of friends, family, and coaches who knew the details, I knew I needed to get something that would be easily found by anyone who might have to come to my aid. I ordered the RoadID for my ankle complete with my name, condition, medication, Mom's cell phone number, and Phil. 4:13 ("I can do all things in CHRIST who gives me STRENGTH). Sunglasses have come and gone. I've gone through more pairs of running shoes than I can count. My running outfits have come into and gone out of style several times since first getting my RoadID but this little band has remained constant. In fact, the only reason I'm ordering a new one (going to get the wrist slim this time!) is because my medication has changed and I need to update contact information and as I normally wear my medical information on a bracelet all day long, it makes sense to do the same when I'm running.
Their website is FULL of products to make running, biking, or any outdoor activity safer. You can make your band "interactive", allowing emergency response teams to pull your full profile (which you provide) 24/7 365. They have lights (very important for dusk / evening / night / early morning activity) and other reflectors. While these are "accessories" they are about your safety and as important as every SINGLE one of you are who stop by my blog, I want to know you're as safe as possible.
As if this thing wasn't good enough, when you place your order, you get to choose from 10 charities to recieve a portion of the proceeds of your purchase. They're going to donate anyway, it doesn't cost you anything extra and you get to PICK who gets the money. The only hard part about this? Picking which charity! I chose Susan G. Komen but could have just as easily picked Leukemia and Lymphoma Society / TEAM in Training or Wounded Warrior Project...
As if this thing wasn't good enough, when you place your order, you get to choose from 10 charities to recieve a portion of the proceeds of your purchase. They're going to donate anyway, it doesn't cost you anything extra and you get to PICK who gets the money. The only hard part about this? Picking which charity! I chose Susan G. Komen but could have just as easily picked Leukemia and Lymphoma Society / TEAM in Training or Wounded Warrior Project...
Check out the link below. Browse through their products. Please let me know if you have any questions. If you order one, post a picture of you and your new safety tool on my Facebook page (http://tiny.cc/Gabriella) so we can help more people be safe! Already have one? Please post a note in the comments and share why you got your ID or lights! Can't wait to get your feedback!!
***Since I just ordered mine yesterday, I have a coupon code good for the first 20 people who use it in the next 30 days! Just go to http://www.roadid.com/?referred=7680 and input code ThanksGabriella5786327 to save a buck on your order!!!! How cool is that?? If you read this or try to order after these 30 days are over, please email me at gabriellah99@beachbody.com as I recieved a few coupon codes when I recieved my order and I'd be happy to set you up!***
