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51 Best Gifts For Runners: All Budgets Covered!

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Last Updated on April 3, 2024 by Amanda Bowden

What do you get for someone who loves running?

Sometimes it’s hard to think of good gifts for runners when Christmas or a birthday is looming, especially when that person is a runner and you’re not. This guide will help you find the perfect gift for your runner friend, husband, wife, mother, daughter or whoever you need to get a gift for!

Runners are normally passionate about their sport, and a running related present will be very much appreciated. That’s why we’ve provided 51 gift ideas for you to choose from. Scroll down to get inspired!

Here Are The 51 Gifts For Runners That They Will Love

1. Running Journal

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This journal is perfect for recording their runs to monitor all that awesome progress. Plus it’s available in lots of designs.

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2. Gone For a Run Socks

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The perfect present for an explorer, these running socks will keep their feet comfortable – and there are many inspiration designs to choose from!

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3. Runner’s Bath Salts With Essential Oils & Vitamin C

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Let them relax and sooth their muscles with these Epsom bath salts infused with peppermint, frankincense, lemon & tea tree.

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4. ALTRA Men’s Lone Peak 7 Trail Running Shoe

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These won the Runners World 2023 award for best trail running shoe! They have a wide toe box so you can run naturally.

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5. Medal Hanger

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This medal holder for her is for the runner who runs so many races they don’t know what to do with all their medals!

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6. FlipBelt Running Belt

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This unisex running belt is useful for stashing a phone, keys and gels. It will not bounce and has a reflective logo.

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7. HOKA ONE ONE Bondi 7 Womens Shoes

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These popular running shoes are really comfortable and supportive, and are available in lots of colors.

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8. Salomon Men’s Bonatti Jacket

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A brilliant waterproof and breathable running jacket will make any runner happy.

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9. DANISH ENDURANCE Unisex Running Socks

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These running socks are designed to keep your feet comfy and blister free on long runs.

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10. TheraFlow Foot Massager Roller

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This foot massager is great for stress relief and dealing with running injuries like plantar fasciitis.

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11. Merino Wool Buff

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This unisex all season buff will help to keep heads and necks warm on chilly winter runs. Can be worn 12 ways!

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12. Gone For a Run Glass

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A beautiful glass to remind them of running while they have a nice drink to chill out in the evening.

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13. Women’s Salomon DISCOVERY HALF ZIP

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Salomon have made this active fit mid-layer to take the edge off any early morning chill. It’s available in 6 colors.

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14. Red Light Therapy Belt

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Red light therapy is accumulating lots of evidence for it’s effectiveness. This belt is ideal for using while relaxing in front of the TV to reduce inflammation and joint pain caused by running.

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15. Garmin fenix 7 Sapphire Solar

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The ultimate running watch for when budget is no obstacle! This watch has GPS to measure pace, along with maps, solar charging and a host of other awesome features.

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16. Running Armband for All Phones

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Perfect armband for carrying a phone while running, this is suitable for men and women.

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17. Engraved Beer Pint Glass

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A fun way to be reminded of their achievements, this pint glass from Gone For A Run has running stats on the marathon.

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18. Brooks Women’s Ghost 14

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These are nicely cushioned shoes for road running and daily wear. They are very popular trainers.

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19. Montane Men’s Featherlite Windproof Jacket

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This lightweight jacket will protect him from the wind and light rain, while keeping the chill off.

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20. Black Diamond Storm 400 Headlamp

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The Storm headlamp will keep them from stumbling over while running in the dark, and it’s dimmable with just a tap.

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21. The Rise of the Ultra Runners: A Journey to the Edge of Human Endurance

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An inspiring book about one man on a mission to tackle his first ultra marathon, and answer the question of why do people do it?

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22. Honey Stinger Waffles – 12 Pack

Number 22 image for Best Gifts For Runners is a Honey Stinger Waffle packet which says 'HONEY WITH OTHER NATURAL SWEETENERS' and 'HONEY STINGER WAFFLE', plus there's a picture of a waffle.

Delicious fuel to eat on the run, loved by record breaking ultra marathoner Courtney Dauwalter.

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23. Garmin Forerunner 55 GPS Running Smartwatch

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This entry level Garmin running watch is perfect for beginner runners, as it’s one of the cheapest Garmin’s and still has the most important features like tracking pace and heart rate.

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24. Runner’s Day-by-Day Log 2024

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This Complete Runner’s Log book from Matt Fitzgerald will help them plan their running schedule!

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25. Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness

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Eat & Run by Scott Jurek is a compelling story of how Jurek becomes an elite ultra marathon runner and contains recipes of his favorite vegan fuel.

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26. SEALSKINZ unisex Cold Weather Waterproof Socks

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If they live somewhere it’s frequently cold and wet these waterproof socks will keep their feet dry and toasty and generally much more comfortable on their runs.

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27. Cyclace PRO Magnetic Exercise Bike

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This exercise bike is the perfect option for cross-training, or when the weather is too bad to head out for a run. You can also connect to Zwift (subscription needed) via bluetooth for some online competition.

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28. Running BibFOLIO®

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A special running race bib holder from Gone For a Run, to keep all their race bibs as mementos.

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29. Outdoor Research Vigor Full Zip Hooded Jacket

Image 29 for Best Gifts For Runners is a woman wearing a red, fitted jacket from Outdoor Research.

A fab lightweight and breathable fleece hoody from Outdoor Research, with hand pockets and thumb holes.

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30. THE ORIGINAL BODY ROLLER

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This foam roller will help them work on their muscles that are tight from so much running!

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31. Salomon BONATTI Cap

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This running cap from Salomon is soft and stretchy, plus it’s moisture wicking. Ideal for getting out on the trails.

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32. Burt’s Bees Lip Balms

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A lovely set of tempting Burt’s Bees lip balm scents to stop their lips getting chapped.

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33. Squirrel’s Nut Butter All Natural Anti Chafe Salve

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Squirrel’s Nut Butter stick will save anyone from the annoyance and pain of chaffing while out running.

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34. Under Armour Men’s Tech Graphic Shorts

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These fast drying men’s shorts from Under Armour are available in lots of colors.

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35. Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

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Born to Run by Christopher McDougall is a classic ultra running book to provide inspiration and entertainment in any down time.

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36. Salomon Active Skin 8L Set Vest

Image 36 for Best Gifts For Runners are a male and female runner, both wearing the Salomon Active Skin vests.

This running vest is lightweight and breathable, perfect for carrying running gear, and it comes with 2 soft hydration flasks.

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37. Lowdown Slim2 ChromaPop Polarized Sunglasses

Image 37 for Best Gifts For Runners is a pair of Lowdown Sunglasses with a black frame and blueish green lenses.

These popular men’s sunglasses are anti-reflective and reduce glare, plus they’re comfy enough to wear all day.

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38. Nike Women’s Pro 3″ Training Shorts

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Nike Dri-FIT running shorts are tight and sweat-wicking for ease of movement while running.

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39. ASICS Men’s Gel-Venture 8 Running Shoes

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These running shoes are great for shock absorption, good value, and are available in lots of colors.

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40. Bluetooth Headphones Wireless Earbuds 80hrs Playtime 

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Perfect headphones to wear while running, these are waterproof and have fantastic sound quality.

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41. Massage Gun

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This massage gun will help loosen any tight muscles to reduce pain and help prevent injuries.

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42. Dumbbells

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A handy set of dumbbells will help them out with their strength routine to make them a stronger and less injury prone runner.

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43. Extra Thick Exercise Mat

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A great yoga/exercise mat and knee pad for stretching a doing strength work, it’s also available in other colors.

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44. Folding Treadmill

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Perfect for home training, to squeeze in a run when they don’t have time to go out, or the weather is too bad to face.

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45. High Waist Running Shorts

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These bestselling running shorts come in 2 lengths, and have the huge advantage of a phone pocket on the leg.

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46. Outdoor Research Men’s Echo Hoodie 

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A highly rated active hoody from Outdoor Research will most likely make any runner happy.

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47. Saucony Men’s Multi-Pack Mesh Ventilating Comfort Fit Performance No-Show Socks

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Socks will always be a useful gift, and these ones are made to wick moisture and provide good arch support.

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48. Saucony Women’s Multipack Performance Heel Tab Athletic Socks

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These women’s socks from Saucony have added cushioning in targeted areas for extra comfort and protection while active.

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49. Nike Graphic Training Tank

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A very nice moisture wicking tank from Nike, it’s also available in lots of other colors and patterns.

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50. Under Armour Men’s Tech 2.0 Short-sleeve T-shirt

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This tech T will keep him fresh when he’s off for a run in the heat.

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51. SUPERBEE Beeswax Wraps for Food

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Get some eco-creds for giving these reusable wraps for food on the run.

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What do you get the runner that has everything?

Hopefully in browsing through all these ideas of gifts for runners you have found the perfect present, if not why not consider a Garmin if they haven’t already got one? That will be very appreciated. Or some nice running socks? They are a practical gift that runners might not indulge in often enough.

Extra running shoes are always a good gift, as they take no time to wear out, and shoe rotation is good for preventing injuries.

Whatever you choose (or have chosen!) we hope your friend, work mate, or family member love their present, and that you have a great birthday, Christmas, or other occasion to celebrate!

Why not read another of our articles while you’re here? If you’re not a runner yet you might consider getting into the sport, and these articles will guide you on your way: How To Start Running for Beginners: 21 Running Tips and How To Start Running A Mile A Day: 8 Week Beginner’s Plan.