Gifts for Runners Under $50

Runners often get sore or tight feet from the repetitive impact of running. With this rolling, deep-foot massager, they can target and stretch high-injury areas of the foot and relieve soreness from things like plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis.

Small enough to fit in a suitcase or gym bag to use on race day, the Roll Recovery R3 is a great gift for runners who could use a free foot massage.

Superfeet Dynamic Run & Run Max insoles will make your runner think of you every time they lace up. Running insoles can instantly improve the comfort of their shoe and give some added arch support. This helps fight fatigue and will keep them feeling fresh when they hit the pavement.

These insoles replace the sockliner that comes in their running shoes to give a more personalized fit that helps their foot move the way it was designed to. If you know your runner has high arches, check out Superfeet Dynamic Run Max Insoles.

The best massage tools are relatively simple to use and versatile. Gifting your runner the TriggerPoint Grid Foam Roller will give them all of the best aspects of foam rolling without getting too fancy.

Engineered to mimic a massage therapist's hands, there are three different surface textures molded onto the GRID that each serve a specific purpose, so they can find the perfect pressure and angle to optimize their rolling session

Runners can experience a notable decline in performance with as little as 2% fluid loss. Since carrying a sloshing water bottle around can ruin a run, Amphipod designed the Hydraform Ergo-Lite Ultra to make drinking water during runs a cinch.

It’s shaped to fit perfectly in the palm and has a hand strap and thumb-lock sleeve that keeps the water bottle in place so they won’t have to use a vise-like grip the entire run. Plus, it has an expandable zipper pocket on the side to carry keys, a small trail map, some cards or a few energy gels.

Great for running and hiking in low-light conditions, Nathan packed 250 lumens of power into a lightweight and easy-to-wear running light that makes a great gift for a runner who’s afraid of the dark.

What do 250 lumens mean? It’s like strapping the light from 250 candles to your chest, without the burn.

This high-powered running light has five different power levels and clips securely onto an adjustable strap that they can wear around their chest or waist, rather than bouncing on their forehead.

Sprints Running Hats use cool designs and performance fabrics for a fun gift that runners can use for daily training, race-day outfits and post-run drinks. These running hats combine lightweight, moisture-wicking polyester fabrics with strategically placed mesh inserts to quickly cool you down during a run.

Machine washable for when you get extra sweaty during a workout and adjustable for most head sizes, Sprints Running Hats are a great gift for the runner who likes to have a good time.

Perfect to give to a runner whose hands get too hot and sweaty, the Craft Hybrid Weather Glove has a brushed wind and waterproof cover that they can pull on or off depending on the temperature.

The gloves are compatible with smartphone screens so they don’t have to pull their hands out in cold weather, and a silicone print in the palm gives them a better grip and touch. Plus, these running gloves have reflective details for added safety and visibility.

If you’ve ever heard your runner complain about sore legs, shin splints or calf cramps, these calf sleeves will be a game-changer.

The CEP The Run Compression Calf Sleeve 4.0 is a compression sleeve that uses medical-grade compression to increase blood flow and decrease fatigue and cramping, so their legs will feel fresher and stronger as they run. Plus, they have Smart Dry Extreme Air Technology that adapts to the weather, keeping their legs cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Read more in our CEP The Run 4.0 Compression Sleeves review.

A high-visibility reflective running vest is one of the easiest things a runner can wear to stay safe and be seen during runs in the dark. Safety at an affordable price, the Amphipod Xinglet fits over bulky layers and instantly gives them 360 degrees of visibility.

With an easy-to-adjust fit and a front access quick-clip for a fast on-and-off, there’s no reason not to wear it.