As most people engage in their favorite exercise or leisure activity, they tend to equip themselves with all the necessary gear such as running shoes, water bottles, sweat towel, ipod player, etc.  However, there’s one potentially life-saving item that shouldn’t be overlooked —your personal ID.

The problem is that most activewear doesn’t have pockets or enough space to store an ID card with comfort.  Even a fanny pack is not convenient when you are doing intense workouts outside, such as sprinting.

But what happens when you have an accident outside?  How can the paramedics identify you?  How can your loved ones be informed?  What if you have a special condition, such as diabetes?

These issues can all be avoided by wearing a simple identification tag while you work out.  It’s a simple one made of a plastic luggage tag with a snap clip that you can fasten to your belt loop or wear around your neck with a strap.  You can make an ID that lists your contact information, next of kin, blood type, allergies, medications and primary care physician.

Carrying an ID won’t prevent an accident or injury, but it is important to possess if you ever have to ride in an ambulance on the way to the hospital.  Get one!