065: Running Gift Ideas

The best gifts are something that the recipient wants but does not want to buy for themselves.  The gift is removing the barrier of spending money on something they they could live without, but don’t want to.  

Here are some of our favorites.  Find them all at this link.

Running-specific gear: 

• Running vest- upgrade an older worn out version.  Our favorite is the Noxgear Tracer360
• Super watch - check for signals before dropping the money on something like this.  It is amazing, but not if the user does not want it - Our favorite is the Garmin Forerunner 235
• Running shoes - plug your nose and look at their shoes - make sure to get the exact style and size, as we are a picky group.  If you are not sure, take a picture and bring it to your local running store, they will know. Need a stocking stuffer, get tech socks!  It’s a sock present that people actually want.
• Running sunglasses - Angie's favorite are Goodr sunglasses.  Make sure to read the descriptions of each pair for a good laugh

Recovery and injury prevention gear:

• Compression sleeves - like a hug for your calves - our favorite brand is Zensah
• Foam roller - no one wants to buy a small torture device, but everyone enjoys the benefits
• Resistance bands - great for strength training and hip strengthening - an absolute must for runners
• Water bottle - they surely have one, but is it actually nice?  Does it really keep water cold. Encourage and support their hydration. We recommend stainless steel and vacuum-insulated.
• High quality blender - if they like running there is a good chance they like smoothies, but no one likes icy smoothies so help the

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