My friend is planning to run a marathon and is also going to run a few other races in preparation. I would like to give her a gift that is running-related. If I can't find one perfect item, I'm also considering putting together a gift basket of items (water bottle, energy bar, running socks, etc.) Any suggestions/ideas? Thanks.
2007-06-06 06:56:57 · 7 answers · asked by Karen H 2 in Sports ➔ Running
As an avid marathon runner, there's a number of things that I always need, but most of them are things I like to get on my own because there's a particular brand or style I like. Some of them include the following:
Running clothes (shoes, shirt, shorts)
Water bottle
GPS watch
Sunglasses
MP3 player
Energy bar/gel
Sports bag
Any of the above, I would *not* recommend getting her because she will probably be unhappy with your choice unless you already know her preferences. A gift card will allow her to get them herself though.
Among the things I always seem to need/want but doesn't seem to matter which brand is the following:
Running socks (synthetic material)
Souvenir from marathon (e.g., jacket, shirt, framed picture from marathon photographer)
Body Glide (to prevent chaffing)
Gift certificate to massage
Marathon stick (for massage)
Foam roller (for stretching IT band)
"Running" shirt (says something like "Runners Do It Better", "got marathon?", "Run Like a Girl")
I think that's all that I can think of. I hope that one or a few of those will help. Good luck~!
2007-06-06 07:31:27 · answer #1 · answered by Sam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-06-07 06:42:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
a running pendant 26.2 that she can wear to commemorate that she is now a marathoner
I have bought gifts for co-runners at www.kenwall.com
2007-06-06 07:59:49 · answer #4 · answered by Abby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Twenty five years ago I recieved a home spa whirlpool for the bathtub and it has been a cherished possession.
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2007-06-06 09:18:48 · answer #5 · answered by b4_999 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she doesn't have one already, one of the GPS watches. They are fantastic as a training tool and for helping to keep your pace during the race.
2007-06-06 07:20:02 · answer #6 · answered by NVAJacketFan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i'd personally like to receive a foam roller
look into it! it is great for recovery and improving muscle "condition"
2007-06-06 07:08:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the basket sounds good also get her a gift card for one of the stores she likes. good luck
2007-06-06 07:00:22 · answer #8 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just bought my husband a golf ball muscle roller, got pretty good deal on it, hes been wanting one for awhile and i finally found one! :)
http://zzathletics.com/Golf-Ball-Muscle-Roller-Massager-GBMR1.htm
2013-12-20 09:55:59 · answer #9 · answered by Joe 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋