safety

James Whelan (AKA "The Armed Cyclist") is making the rounds for packing heat on two wheels. But is carrying a gun for safety on a bike ride or run really such a good idea?

Two recent mid-race, car-vs.-cyclist crashes highlight the need for full road closures so triathletes can race safely. But doing so is a complex (and expensive) process.

Whether you witness a driver hit your training partner or you come across someone who has crashed out on a tight turn, these first aid tips from a paramedic can help you render aid until an ambulance arrives.

After a dedicated campaign that included triathletes from bike-safety advocacy group It Could Be Me, federal transportation officials announced a plan to to protect vulnerable road users.

We help break down the alphabet soup of helmet certifications.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for young children.

From wildfires to car traffic, all runners should be aware of the air quality before working up a sweat.

Here's what you need to know before diving in.

Guidelines on how to stay safe and defuse potentially unsafe situations in the wild, animal by animal.

The pedestrian’s playbook for sharing the road.

The insurance company Folksam oversaw a test of 27 popular helmets for safety. Four of the top-ranked helmets are available for consumers in the United States.

Rapidly-evolving technology is causing race directors to rethink how they're enforcing safe and fair racing.

Don't be a bike salmon.

Just remember the ABCs of your bike.

Triathletes who have experienced a crash share how they got back in the saddle and learned to love riding again.

Taking to the trails this off-season? Use these expert tips to make sure you're enjoying the view—and not worrying about your safety.

If you run with a dog, you already know the rewards. If you never have, you should experience it at least once.

Beacon allows athletes to share their real-time location information with select safety contacts.

Despite the fact that endurance athletes are at higher risk for skin cancers, many aren’t protecting their skin as much as they should.