Looking for the perfect gift for a runner? Be careful, serious runners are peculiar. They use band-aids on parts of the body the rest of us would never dream of sticking self-adhesives. They blow their noses without the use of a tissue. They take pride in running in the horrible weather. They have no problems relieving themselves whenever and wherever the urge hits. They also have unique preferences that make choosing a gift all the more difficult.
When selecting a gift for a runner, keep in mind that runners have meticulous taste. Shoes, clothing, and training aids all tend to be more of a personal choice and style; therefore, hard for a non-runner to understand. Don’t fret; there are still plenty of gift ideas from which to choose that will please runners of all types. Gifts range from a few dollars to expensive choices, depending on your budget. Top 10 gift ideas for runners: 1. Audio Bone Headphones – Since we hear sounds through both our bones and our eardrums, these gems bypass the eardrum and transmit sound through bone to the inner ear. The headphones protect the eardrums and allow runners to hear noises around them, keeping them safe. 2. iTunes Gift Cards - Varying tastes in music and audio players make this gift card a perfect choice. Runners can download favorite songs to put on their mp3 player. 3. Anthelios Sunscreen – Because not all sunscreen is equal. Runners are outdoors in any weather and need protection at all times, even when it is cloudy. Anthelios has considerable UVA and UVB protection andis photostable. It stays on the skin and does not rub off easily. 4. The Stick – A portable training aid that provides deep manipulation of soft tissues anywhere and anytime without any assistance. Runners roll it back and forth oversore muscles for a great massage. Perfect to get them back on
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