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These picks are a guaranteed endorphin boost.
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Therabody Theragun Elite
Read moreBose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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If you're holiday shopping for a loved one who pounds the pavement, a thoughtful present could really get their heart rate going. The best gifts for runners can make the miles fly by.
Unsure where to start your shopping? We've rounded up the best running gifts out there (including leggings, hydration packs, massage guns, fitness trackers, and other essentials from Lululemon, Hoka, Garmin, and more). Whether your friend or family member aims to complete their first 5K or hit a new PR in their 50th marathon, you'll find plenty of great options to choose from.
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Therabody
Theragun Elite
With its long battery life, wide range of intensities, and numerous attachments, the Theragun Elite will be a welcome treat for achy legs and feet. One SELF reviewer swears by this percussive massage tool for quickly easing her sore muscles. We can hear your giftee's sigh of relief already.
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
The fear of losing your earbuds during a long, sweaty run is real. We love this noise-canceling Bose pair because its customizable ear tips and stability bands help your favorite runner truly lock in.“They're small and discreet so other people can't see that I'm wearing them,” Melissa Matthews, a New York City runner, tells SELF.
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Hoka Clifton 9
According to our testers, this sneaker is wonderfully cushy and super supportive, a combo that makes it a podiatrist top pick for keeping plantar fasciitis pain at bay. “As someone who has recently started dealing with plantar fasciitis, I've tried a lot of sneakers that claim to be comfortable and supportive,” one SELF editor says about the Cliftons. “These shoes don't hurt my feet at all, get me through long walking days in New York City, and are also weirdly cute.”
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Nutribullet Personal Blender
Your friend will be able to fuel up for long runs with smoothies and shakes made with this easy-to-use blender that's great for whipping up single servings. Twist the top right off the blender base, flip it upside down, and use it as a cup—just add the (included!) sip-friendly lid to enjoy on the go.
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WalkingPad R2 Walk&Run Foldable Treadmill
This treadmill—one of our favorite pieces of compact exercise equipment—is a fantastic gift for runners who dream of kitting out a home gym but have space limitations. It goes up to 7.5 miles per hour so they can hit a brisk running speed,
