40 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Runners on Amazon Prime
40 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Runners on Amazon Prime
Between preparing for the holidays and keeping up with your training, it can be easy to forget a gift for someone on your list. Don’t fret—though runners may be particular about their gear, shopping for your friends and family members who are runners is likely easier than you think.
If you need a last-minute gift, Amazon is always a great option because of free two-day shipping with a Prime membership, and you can sign up for a 30-day free trial if you don’t already have one. Or if you really have waited until the last minute for a gift, digital gifts and subscription services are always a great option, too. Now all you need is some gift inspiration, and we have ideas for all budgets and kinds of runners.
If, after perusing this list, you’re still not finding the perfect present, check out our other gift guides for runners.
1) Touchscreen Running Gloves
TrailHeads
amazon.com
$32.00
When the temperature drops, they’ll want a good pair of gloves that still allows them to text their running buddy or switch to a different song. With silicone palm grips and a terry cloth brow wipe on the back, these from TrailHeads keep hands warm but dry during winter runs, even in single-digit temperatures.
2) Daily Harvest Gift Card
Daily Harvest
dailyharvest.com
$75.00
Daily Harvest provides healthy, frozen, prepared meals that are great for those always on the go. They use whole food ingredients and make everything from smoothies to snacks to grain bowls. You can pick either a subscription of choice or purchase a gift card.
3) Doordash Gift Card
Doordash
doordash.com
Everyone loves getting food delivered but it can really rack up the price. Give someone the luxury of ordering out their favorite food—and not having to do the dishes.
4) Blister Resist No-Show Socks
Balega
amazon.com
$16.00
While not everyone may enjoy getting socks as a gift, runners will certainly appreciate these comfortable, blister-preventing Balega socks. And really, they can never have too many quality socks.
5) Spotify Premium 3 Month Subscription
6) 12 Nights of Wine
VineBox
getvinebox.com
$129.00
This wine advent calendar is great during the holidays and even after. This one has 12 different wines including carefully selected whites and reds.
7) Race Bib and Medal Display
Gone For a Run
amazon.com
$47.99
Give them an excuse to celebrate all of their accomplishments by displaying their trophies on this wall rack. It includes 12 vinyl protector sheets for race bibs, photos, or other papers, and holds up to 24 medals.
8) Airbnb Gift Card
Airbnb
launchgiftcards.com
Help fund their next vacation with an Airbnb gift card. These have a custom option to make the value whatever you would like, and deliver by email or text which makes it a great last minute gift.
9) Running Belt
FlipBelt
amazon.com
$28.99
How to carry things on the run is a classic problem, but FlipBelt solves it. This unassuming tube of fabric is comfortable and fits snugly to hold any gear without it bouncing off the legs or torso.
10) Day-by-Day Run Planner
Gone For a Run
amazon.com
19.99
This running journal from Gone For a Run offers organized templates for keeping detailed mileage and stat records. Your friend might even flip through to look back fondly on their old training log when they PR on their next race.
11) Zappos Gift Card
Zappos
Zappos
Buying running shoes for a runner can be tough, so it's often best to let them pick out what they like unless you know exactly what to buy. This Zappos gift card can hold anywhere from $10 to $1,000.
12) Headspace
Headspace
headspace.com
$12.99
Buy someone some peace of mind this season. Y0u can purchase a year subscription for $69.99, or a monthly one for $12.99. Headspace has guided meditations, mindfulness exercises and recently added short workouts aimed at grounding and channeling anxiety.
13) Skull Cap Liner
Tough Headwear
amazon.com
$11.95
When the temperature drops this winter, this polyester-spandex cap liner delivers a bit of additional warmth while wicking away sweat.
14) Starbucks Gift Cards Email Delivery
Starbucks
amazon.com
It doesn't get more instant than this—these Starbucks cards are delivered by email, and are a great option for coffee addicts.
15) Runner's World 2022 Calendar
Runner's World
www.amazon.com
$15.95
Straight from our own editors and experts, this 2022 calendar is full of inspirational quotes, breathtaking photos, training tips, and a race-pace guide to inspire running 365 days a year.
16) 6-Month Audible Subscription
Audible
audible.com
$90.00
Podcasts and novels are great for long runs and long commutes. Help them pass the time with this Audible subscription that will help them become a little more well read.
17) Pure Enrichment Essential Oil Diffuser
Pure Enrichment
amazon.com
$39.99
Essential oil diffusers are a great gift for just about everyone. Aromatherapy can help with everything from boosting their mood, to relaxation, and the extra humidity it adds to the air is great for dry winters.
18) Class Pass Gift Card
Class Pass
classpass.com
Give the gift of fitness this season. For someone who travels a lot, or likes to test out new fitness classes this Classpass gift card allows them to book classes and get gym passes wherever they are.
19) Mighty Vibe Music Player
Mighty
amazon.com
$119.99
For the runner who doesn’t use data or want to carry their phone, gift them the Mighty Vibe. The device can sync up to 1,000 songs from Spotify playlists for offline tunes, and it has Bluetooth connectivity. But, considering the person you’re buying for is probably old school, they’ll likely make use of the 3.5mm jack to plug in their corded headphones.
20) TriggerPoint Grid Foam Roller
TriggerPoint
amazon.com
$34.95
Give the gift of better recovery with a foam roller. Our test editors and physical therapists alike trust the TriggerPoint to provide pain relief and improve flexibility.
21) Sunday Afternoons Artist Series Trucker Cap
Sunday Afternoons
amazon.com
28.00
This fun and functional hat is well-ventilated, with an interior wicking band to keep sweat away from the face and eyes. Plus, it boasts a UPF-50 rating for sun protection. The fun prints also help disguise a sweaty head after a run when there’s no time for a shower.
22) Disney+ Subscription
Disney
disneyplus.com
$79.99
Gift someone a streaming subscription like this one to Disney+. Buy them a year of their childhood favorites and current obsessions.
23) Black Diamond Storm 375 Headlamp
Black Diamond
amazon.com
$37.88
Short winter days may inhibit many peoples’ ability to fit an outdoor run in, but this Black Diamond headlamp has more than enough illuminating for heading out pre-dawn or post-work.
24) Chill Water Bottle Strap
Chill
amazon.com
9.99
Compatible with models from Hydro Flask, Nalgene, Takeya, and more, this strap makes it a little easier to carry water in a bottle, while adding a bit of personal flair.
25) Mighty Moe: The True Story of a Thirteen-Year-Old Women's Running Revolutionary
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
amazon.com
$17.44
Any runner will be inspired by this story of Maureen Wilton, who broke the women’s marathon world record at the age of 13 in 1967, back when the longest women’s Olympic running event was just one mile.
26) Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Headphones
Skullcandy
amazon.com
$24.95
Running with a cord tethered to a phone can be a hassle. So don’t. On sale for just $30, these super-affordable wireless headphones offer eight hours of battery life in a single charge, so you can get a few runs in with one charge.
27) Runner’s World Run 360
Runner’s World
amazon.com
$19.95
This complete training plan is tailored specifically for runners with the particular stretches, agility drills, and strength-training exercises they need—different from what cyclists, CrossFitters, and swimmers require.
28) Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
Instant Pot
amazon.com
$89.00
Create simple, healthy, no-fuss meals with the Instant Pot. This six-quart model has seven programmable features to easily make anything from rice and soup to steamed veggies and homemade yogurt.
29) Gone For a Run Knee-High Half-Cushioned Socks
Gone For a Run
amazon.com
$14.99
Whether your giftee is signing up for a (virtual) Christmas 5k or another holiday race in 2020, chances are Gone for a Run makes a pair of socks in that holiday’s pattern. And they don’t have to sacrifice a PR for festivity; these are made of a high-performance, moisture-wicking acrylic-nylon-spandex blend.
30) The Runner’s World Vegetarian Cookbook
Runner's World
amazon.com
$23.99
If there’s a vegetarian runner in your life, give them this cookbook. They’ll get recipes to fuel their runs, and you may get a nice meal as a thank you.
32) Under Armour Undeniable Duffle 3.0
Under Armour
amazon.com
$42.99
This durable bag is made for stashing (and keeping safe) essential gear when runners are on the go. Its water-resistant finish and hardy base offer protection, while one vented pocket let shoes or dirty gym clothes air out.
33) Gaiam TPE Performance Yoga Mat
Gaiam
www.amazon.com
$39.99
This highly rated yoga matt is reversible and thick enough to cushion sore joints. Plus, it’s made from an eco-friendly, recyclable TPE.
34) Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands
Fit Simplify
amazon.com
$11.95
For those freezing days when it’s too snowy or icy to run outside, pick up these resistance loops to get in a stretch and work essential muscles to build strength for runs.
35) Jabra Elite Active 75t Earbuds
Jabra
amazon.com
$99.99
We not only love the Elite Active 75t’s impressive sound, but compact fit, 7.5 hours of battery life (28 counting the battery in the case), sweat and dust resistance, and ambient mode.
36) Lily Trotters Athletic Compression Socks
Lily Trotters
amazon.com
$29.99
Compression socks are an essential part of many runners’ recovery routines. And these by Lily Trotters have original, fun designs that set them apart from many others, making them an attractive option on the run or just recovering on the couch.
37) Curie All-Natural Deodorant Stick
Curie
amazon.com
$12.00
Runners who want to switch to natural deodorant will love finding Curie’s deodorant in their stockings this year. The formula consists of non-toxic, non-irritating ingredients, but still smells amazing, whether you opt for the white tea, grapefruit, or orange neroli scents.
38) Enso Ultralite Silicone Wedding Ring
Enso
amazon.com
$19.99
These silicone wedding rings are designed to endure the moments you’d usually take off your traditional metal band, such as for lifting weights, swimming, cooking, and traveling.
39) Breathe Spray Hand Sanitizer 6-Pack
Breathe
amazon.com
$29.94
What more approriate stocking stuffer for 2020 than hand sanitizer spray? This one contains 75 percent alcohol, is fragrance-free, and dries fast without the sliminess of other formulas.
40) Runner's World Subscription
Runner's World
amazon.com
$12.00
We’re admittedly a bit biased here, but we think a subscription to a magazine packed with advice, inspirational stories, and gear recommendations is the perfect gift for any runner in your life.
Find the perfect present for your favorite runner—and get it shipped to you in two days for free—with Amazon Prime.