Would there be any serious reprocussions (sp.?)?

Question

..........of putting ear plugs in while running a 5K. i was just curious because i couldnt get away with running with an Ipod in a race and i feel like a am able to run better when i cant hear myself gasping for air.

Answer 1

Disadvantage would be that you can't hear the other competitors around you so you might not know where you stand.  Other than that you should be ok if you like to run in the zone by yourself.

Answer 2

This year some decided that runners listening to music would not be able to hear cars or traffic and might get hurt.

I understand that is not going to be enforced by most races next year.

If you are running on a closed course how can a car get in to hit you?