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Hit the Ground Running with These Great Personalized Gift Ideas for Runners

Mar 6, 2015

There are many benefits to participating in one of America's most popular sports: running. If anything, running is very good for you. Consistent running, along with other forms of aerobic exercise, can dramatically improve your health. Running for 45 minutes, for example, can decrease your blood pressure readings by 10-12 mgs for both systolic and diastolic measurements. Running is also known to dampen or even reverse the signs of aging. Expert runners will tell you that running is mostly mental rather than physical. The body can endure considerable stress but without the mental ability to trudge through the tiredness and discomfort that comes with running, a runner simply will not make it past the finish line.

Outside of the physical (and mental) benefits, however, running also comes with great social benefits. Did you know that in 2012, 57 million Americans went for a jog or run at least once? Every year sees about 2,000 half marathons hosted in the U.S. in addition to 15,000 5K events -- and the numbers continue to rise. Physically, mentally, and socially, running is a fantastic thing to do for you and your body.

Even if you don't run, however, there are ways to contribute to the running world. One ideal way to do so is to buy a runners gift for someone you know who enjoys running. Let's face it: nearly all of us know at least one person in our lives -- a friend, a coworker, a relative, a partner, etc. -- who enjoys running. What better way to show that person you care than by getting him or her a gift specifically designed for runners? From running jewelry and a runners bib to runners mugs and running bumper stickers, there are a number of personalized gifts for runners to choose from.

Running is a tough sport. Getting a gift for a runner is much easier.

What do you think about these gift ideas? Do you own a runners bib or running jewelry? Feel free to leave a comment or suggestion at the bottom.
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