Having a hard time finding that perfect gift for your running friend or family member? Well, I’ve got you!
These are products I love, some that I use every day, and items that the runner in your life would be very happy to have because you can’t go wrong with any of them. I am highlighting these cute winter hats, recovery sandals that feel so good on your arches, a lighted vest for safety, and an inspiring running book this winter that can be read while curled up next to a fire.
Tap or click on the picture above to shop each product. (Unfortunately, I was unable to tag the running bracelet and puffy mittens in the image above, but they are linked below.)
lululemon Belt Bag – This is the easiest way to carry the essentials to and from a run or afterwards to brunch or to the coffee shop. It is also nice to be hands-free when running errands with the kids. Plus, there are so many pretty color options!
Oofos Recovery Sandals – I considered buying a knock-off pair from Amazon, but I am so glad I went with these sandals to wear around the house on our hardwood floors. The arch support can’t be beat, and they are so cushy. I honestly do think they help my feet and legs recover after my runs.
Erica Sara Bracelet – Please go and check out Erica Sara’s (@ericasara on Instagram) running-inspired jewelry. It is so pretty, hand made, and you are supporting a small, women-led business. Her pieces are gorgeous and there are so many different options.
lululemon Fast and Free Running Hat – I have this hat in 3 different colors, and it fits so well (which can be hard to find for a women’s head). I wear it when it is raining, snowing, or in the summer to keep the sun off my face.
Stanley Water Bottle – I have two of these water bottles around the house (currently drinking from the one on my desk), and the hype is real. The handle makes it so easy to carry, it fits perfectly in a cup holder in the car, and I love drinking from a straw because I feel like it helps me drink more water.
Saucony Oysterpuff Mittens – Warm, thick mittens can be hard to come by for winter running, but these look so cozy and warm for the frigid winters we have here in Minnesota. Also on sale for Black Friday!
Noxgear Tracer Lighted Vest – Being seen is essential when running in the dark, and there is no other device I have come across that makes you more visible. Plus, this vest is lightweight, fits snugly, and is rechargable.
Choosing to Run book – I read books by Des Linden, Kara Goucher, and Lauren Fleshman this spring/summer, and Des’ book was definitely my favorite. It was so cool to learn more about Des, her history with running, and what went through her head in her win to the Boston Marathon.
Skida hats – These non-fleece lined hats are cute, affordable, and I often get asked to link them whenever I share a video or photo of me wearing them in the winter. They literally are the best! The link will take you to the Backcountry website, but you can see all of the prints on Skida’s website. Bonus: they are locally made in Vermont!
If you need some more ideas for that runner in your life, check out my post on those items under $25.
I’m off to clean the house and then get ready for Thanksgiving tomorrow. We were supposed to host Thanksgiving at our house, but everyone got really sick (stomach bug; norovirus?) over the weekend, so surprise, no one wants to come to our house for Thanksgiving. Ha! We are all feeling better, but I hope we don’t give anyone this nasty virus because it was not pretty!
