Running Gifts for Women

Almost everyone has either a mom, sister, daughter, friend, neighbor, or coworker who is a runner. Support their running habit with a great gift. Besides the best women’s running shoes, there is lots of apparel, technology and other gear to help them log the miles.

As part of our Gift Guide For Runners, we picked the 10 best running gifts for the women in your life (or yourself). So whether it is for her birthday, Mother’s Day, Christmas, to celebrate a goal race or just because she deserves it, there is something on this list for any occasion.

From rugged and stylish running watches to the most comfortable apparel, these running gifts for women will meet all their demands and then some.

• Balega Women’s Enduro No Show Running Socks
• rabbit Mother Runner Remix Tee and Tank
• Brooks Dare Scoopback Run Bra 2.0
• Garmin Forerunner 245 Music
• Vuori Performance Joggers
• Power Plate Mini+
• rabbit Catch Me If You Can Shorts
• New Balance Q Speed Fuel Jacquard Tank Top
• Nathan Insulated SwiftPlus Water BottleV
• Nuun Drink Mix
• OOFOS OOlala Sandals

[This article is part of our 2022 Gift Guide for Runners. See all the best gifts for runners by price, category and more. Can’t make up your mind? No worries. Check out our gift cards for a gift that keeps on giving.]

Every runner loves socks and can always use an extra pair. Whether it is a gift for your mom, stocking stuffer for your wife, or you’re buying a pair for yourself, you cannot go wrong with the Women’s Enduro No Show Running Sock.

This sock perfectly molds to the contours of your foot, locks in the heel and midfoot, leaves your toes room to move and helps prevent heel blistering. It contains Balega’s proprietary Drynamix ® moisture wicking fibers, plus specially constructed, reinforced microfiber mesh ventilation panels to keep your feet cool and dry.

It also has a deep heel pocket and high heel tab to prevent any slippage in your shoe. The no-show cut is also great for wearing around casually because it disappears below the ankle of most shoes.

If you’re purchasing a running gift for a mother, the rabbit Mother Runner Remix tank or tee is a fantastic choice. These tri-blend tops have a relaxed fit and are perfect whether she is killing it on the track or chasing after kids. The lightweight, loved, lived-in feel of these tops makes them super comfortable and the cute style works well with both running shorts or jeans. Celebrate her mother runner status with these great tops from rabbit.

Every woman needs a good bra for running, so Brooks designed the Dare Scoopback Run Bra 2.0 to support her through every mile. Unlike all-purpose sports bras, the Scoopback Run Bra 2.0—and the entire Dare Collection—were built for run-specific support. That means the Scoopback reduces motion and provides comfort in exactly the right ways.

The improved scoopback design helps her easily take it on and off without wrestling against a sweaty sports bra stuck over her head, which reviewers loved in our Dare Scoopback Run Bra 2.0 Review. Each breast is individually supported by molded cups and an integrated bottom band lies flat against her body and creates the support she demands from her bra.

Cut from sweat-wicking fabric that keeps her cool and comfortable, the Brooks Dare Scoopback Run Bra is a streamlined and supportive bra built just for running.

Need help deciding what sports bra is best for the women in your life? Check out our Guide to the Best Sports Bras.

Music can make the miles fly by, and the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music packs enough tunes for the longest runs.

Garmin built the Forerunner 245 Music with storage for up to 500 songs—but it does a whole lot more than play music. The Forerunner 245 tracks your runs with GPS, so you get accurate distance, pace and time. Plus, a wrist-based heart-rate monitor keeps up with your effort so you can train smarter.

Built-in apps and Garmin’s coaching software help you figure out if you’re on track or you’re pushing too hard. Packaged in a durable but low-profile case with interchangeable quick-swap silicone straps, the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music is the ultimate training partner.

For more information on the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music, check out our Forerunner 245 review.

Any woman in your life will be thrilled with a pair of Vuori Performance Joggers. These buttery soft performance joggers are the ultimate in comfort. They are designed with a relaxed fit, slightly cropped legs and side pockets.

Perfect for recovery runs, traveling, yoga, working from home or lounging on the couch, they consist of a lightweight Dreamknit™ stretch fabric that is soft to the touch. The toughest decision for this gift is to pick out the perfect color—or you can just get them all.

Every woman has strain and stress on their muscles from long runs or long days at the office. The Power Plate Mini+ can help release it.

This percussion massager stimulates circulation, generates heat for a quick warmup and releases your deepest tension to help you wind down.

This massager packs a punch, but is small enough to stash in a suitcase when you travel. Between the two different massaging attachments and four-speed range, you can find the exact settings to meet your needs.

Ultralight and minimal, the Catch Me If You Can Shorts from rabbit make a great gift for women who run.

Rabbit built the Catch Me If You Can shorts to get out of the way. The 2.5 inch inseam and slim fit give the shorts a speedy feel, and the wide waistband holds snugly without the need for a drawstring.

Even with its minimal construction, though, rabbit added three pockets to the shorts: two front internal pockets for small items and one zippered rear pocket in the waistband for extra storage.

The four-way stretch fabric is soft and smooth against your skin, and it soaks up sweat and dries quickly. Plus, an internal mesh liner improves comfort and breathability.

When you’re running fast, the rabbit Catch Me If You Can shorts will keep up.

The New Balance Q Speed Fuel Jacquard Tank Top performs well whether she is doing speedwork or hitting the weights at the gym. Perfect for those hot summer runs, it is designed with NC ICEx fabric technology to wick away the sweat and keep her cool and dry. It also has side panel slits and an athletic fit to provide the most ventilation while she brings the heat.

The jacquard fabric is both lightweight and adds a bit of texture and style to this tank. Comfortable and stylish, the Q Speed Fuel Jacquard Tank Top is a great gift to give.

Give the gift of hydration with the Nathan Insulated SpeedDraw Plus Water Bottle. This bottle holds 18oz of liquid in its double-walled insulated and reflective flask that will keep that water ice cold throughout their run without freezing their hands.

The new ergonomic design gives them the most natural grip possible, and the easy squeeze design provides quick access to fluids. It has a fully adjustable hand strap with thumbholes to allow for grip-free running. Plus, it has a zippered pocket to stash keys, nutrition and other running essentials while they run.

Nuun drink mixes are both delicious and nutritious, making them the perfect gift to give to the women in your life. These portable tabs dissolve in water for a slightly fizzy taste. Even better, all of these drink mixes are tasty without any unnecessary sugar.

There is a hydrating and yummy blend for any occasion. Nuun Sport has electrolytes that can help her run longer, recover faster and perform better. Nuun Sport + Caffeine has all of the same electrolyte goodness, plus caffeine to give her an extra boost. Nuun Vitamins give her water extra flavor and 11 daily vitamins to help with daily health and hydration. Nuun Rest is filled with ingredients that help to calm her busy mind and melt the tension away from overworked muscles to help her recover better.

Don’t let cold weather prevent you from buying the woman in your life a pair of OOFOS OOlala sandals.

These are perfect for slipping on after a run for recovery or wearing at home all day if you have plantar fasciitis. These sandals have OOFOS patented OOFoam that absorb 37 percent more impact than traditional footwear while reducing stress on knees and ankles.

The closed-cell foam is machine washable and designed to go wherever you go. The versatile colorways let your OOlala Sandals transition with you from day to night, keeping you comfortable and in style.

Any runner can always use a gift card to Fleet Feet. These can be used both online, or at any of the approximately 250 Fleet Feet retail locations, where they can experience our Fit Process that utilizes 3D fit id® foot scanning technology to find the perfect shoe for them.

How We Picked the Best Gifts

With more than 45 years of experience, Fleet Feet is the expert in running (and gifting). What makes the perfect gift for a runner comes down to the personal experience, goals, preferences and style of that runner. At Fleet Feet, we have been helping runners pick out the right gear for decades, so we know a thing or two about making picking out the perfect gifts for them.

We use a combination of real-life use, quality of materials, seasonal trends and our own top-seller lists to pick out the best gifts. With all that in mind, we picked gear that lived up to our personal (and professional) expectations. Plus, as people who live and breathe running, we know what we would like to unwrap ourselves.

Standing Behind Our Picks

We picked the best gifts based on what we think will work for the most people in the most situations. If you buy a gift from us and you don’t love the way it looks, fits or performs, bring them back within 60 days for a full refund.

Plus, we offer free shipping on all orders over $99 on fleetfeet.com, and we’ll match a lower price from a qualifying retailer. That’s our Happy Fit Guarantee.