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I ask that same question. I do understand the running, though. But, I used to run on the school track because those are usually rubberized asphalt and there are no cars., plus it's easy to measure distance. That's what they are made for. The road is made for cars. EDIT: On second thought, roads came before cars. I guess I was thinking paved roads once speeds of vehicles and large trucks came along

Also, when there are no sidewalks, we are supposed to walk/run against the traffic, not with it as that woman is. Aside from the law, wouldn't you want to see the vehicles speeding toward you so you can judge if they are moving over or not. A little self preservation here?