Get Running Mate App Expands to Tampa Bay to Enhance Female Runner Safety

Introducing Get Running Mate

• 💡 The "Get Running Mate" app is expanding to the Tampa Bay area, aiming to provide peace of mind for women runners.
• 🎯 This app is designed to protect female runners from violence and harassment while they exercise outdoors.

The Problem of Runner Harassment

• ⚠️ Statistics from Runnersworld.com indicate that 60% of women have been harassed while running, highlighting a significant safety concern.
• 💬 Women often feel a higher level of alert and fear when running alone due to prevalent safety issues.

How Get Running Mate Works

• 🤝 The app functions similarly to ride-sharing services, matching users with a verified running partner instead of a driver.
• 📍 Runners can open the app to see available "mates" nearby and connect with them to run together on a chosen route.

The Inspiration Behind the App

• 🚀 The app was conceived by Dena Lewis, a runner who has experienced two assaults while running alone.
• 💖 Lewis's personal traumatic experiences motivated her to create a solution to prevent other women from facing similar dangers.

Benefits for Runners

• ✅ By running with a matched partner, women can focus on their workout and their personal goals, rather than constantly worrying about their safety.
• 📍 The app is expanding to Tampa and St. Petersburg, with a free run and self-defense class planned for St. Pete.