Highly dangerous to jog on shoulder of main roads


EXERCISE enthusiasts need to realise that jogging on main roads is a highly dangerous affair. There seems to be an increasing trend towards using the shoulder of high-traffic roads as their pathway. 

It’s obvious that some joggers are trying to simulate a marathon or running event, which is usually conducted in a controlled manner and includes cordoning off and even closing certain roads used as the running circuit. In addition, emergency services are on standby while the police direct traffic to protect the safety of participants.  

I support your right to exercise but there is a suitable place for doing so: a park or a controlled circuit. 

I do not deny that the roads are shared by all. However, do not treat main roads as your training ground. I have personally witnessed collisions taking place on these roads ranging from fender benders to fatal accidents. 

Please think in the interest of safety. No one needs to lose their life simply because some irresponsible road user thought it was okay to throw caution to the wind. – September 13, 2022.  

*Yeap Ming Liong reads the Malaysian Insight.  

* This is the opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of The Malaysian Insight. Article may be edited for brevity and clarity.


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  • Good advice. Run, if you must, in housing area, off the main roads.

    Posted 1 year ago by G Tan · Reply