With Mother’s Day coming up soon, it’s time to make sure you have gifts for all the moms in your life. What’s the perfect gift for a mom who runs? I’m going to share a few ideas! Use this list to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift ideas for runners or to share with someone as your wish list.
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Runners
Sarah Marie Design Studio Shirt
Sarah Marie Design Studio has so many fun designs for runners. I have a t-shirt that says “Run all the miles, drink all the wine”. I also love this “Mama needs a run” sweatshirt. Perfect for Mother’s Day, right?!
Coffee Mug for Mothers
Most moms run on coffee, right? So why not get them a cute mug that has to do with running! There are lots of options on Etsy, like this one that says “I’m a Mother and Marathon Runner…don’t underestimate me”.
Necklace for Mothers
What about a cute piece of jewelry for the running mom in your life? For my first Mother’s Day my husband and son got me a little necklace with a “G” (for Grayson) on it from Erica Sara. She has lots of running jewelry too! I might eventually add other charms to my necklace, like a running quote or “26.2”. (Note that the website says orders needed to be placed by 4/24 for US orders to be delivered for Mother’s Day. So if you don’t want your gift to be late maybe consider a gift certificate instead!)
Brooks Luxe Long Sleeve
This is perfect as a base layer or for cool mornings/evening. It’s soft, thin, and comfortable, with thumb holes. It also comes in a short sleeve version and a tank top!
Chirp Wireless Muscle Stimulator
This Electrical Muscle Stimulator (EMS) can be used to enhance muscle recovery, improve strength, and alleviate pain after workouts or an injury. It’s wireless, making it easy to use throughout the day. This can be especially helpful for moms who are too busy to stop what they are doing and use a foam roller.
Brooks Ghost Lite Socks
All runners (especially moms) need high quality running socks, and these are a great value. They offer lightweight cushioning and are thin with a bit of arch support.
A Running Book
I don’t have much time to read, but when I do I pretty much exclusively read books about running. Books make a great Mother’s Day gift for runners! I shared a post with books to help you run faster. I recently read The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg which was really good.
Brooks Dash Shorts
These are so light and perfect for summer runs.
Lagoon Pillow
Sleep is hard to come by for moms! To make the most of your sleep, you need the right pillow. They have different pillows for different types of sleepers along with a quiz to find the right one, so check with the person you are buying for first (or get them a gift card). Save 15% with code MILEBYMILE
Run Your Life Journal
This is a great gift for moms who may want to work on gratitude, daily intentions, daily affirmations, or just take some time to work on themselves each day, along with tracking monthly and weekly goals.
Brooks Glycerin Flex
This is a new running shoe from Brooks that offers flexible support. There is lots of cushioning without the shoe feeling bulky or heavy. If you know the mom in your life loves Brooks running shoes and some cushioning, I bet she would love these!
A Run Coach or Training Plan as a Mother’s Day Gift
Coaching services or a training plan make a great Mother’s Day gift. This is a very individual decision, so don’t go signing up for coaching without talking it over with the person you are getting it for. There are lots of options from monthly training plans, to group coaching, to individualized coaching. (These days there are also AI plans, which I don’t really recommend and have seen them easily lead to overtraining or injuries.) I coach for Run to the Finish and we have a full team of human coaches to choose from!
The Gift of Time for Mother’s Day
When all else fails, moms can always use the gift of time! Offer to watch their kids while they go grab a cup of coffee, or drink a glass of wine, or just sit in silence and do nothing. For busy moms, time is invaluable!
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Wait, what? A running bra with pockets? I missed that one!
I just had a look at the Drive bra, it looks great! Does it work well with the phone in the back pocket?
Great suggestions, Lisa! I should forward this to my men, lol. Truthfully, I am looking forward to getting together with my mom and my sister, all of us together for the first time since the pandemic!
That’s going to be so nice! So happy for you guys. My sister is due with her second baby in the next week or so, so my mom is staying with her in Texas for a while. Not sure the next time we will all be together!
Of course I think moms should be celebrated all the time! You can never have too many run bras or running gear. (Or can you?)
We can never have enough of that stuff- especially when its Brooks!
I love my Koala Clip(s)! Even in the winter, when it’s too difficult to stash it under all the layers, I carry my phone in it (in my hand) for my shorter runs.
Agreed! Its so convenient. I’ve also carried it in my hand and when I didn’t want to get it back in my sports bra.
I imagine most mother’s really want that gift of time! Too bad somehow Dads don’t think that’s enough.
A training plan from a running coach would be awesome!
I would love a few hours to myself- even if its not to relax, just to get some things done!
These are all great ideas! I have two sweatshirts from Sarah Marie Design and love them. I’ve definitely had my eye on the Drive 3 pocket bra- I think I’ll have to order it for myself though, because a mysterious package has already arrived containing my Mother’s Day present!
Oooh thats exciting! I really love the 3 pocket bra. I think I need to get another one (or two!)
I love all of these! I need to send this to my sons. 🙂
Good idea!
I love the mug idea and I also really want to get a Koala clip! I’ll have to send this list to my husband for a few ideas! 🙂
I feel like i can never have enough coffee mugs. I definitely recommend the Koala clip!
Lots of cute ideas here! I’ve wanted to try a Koala clip for a while, maybe it’s time to order one!
Yes you should definitely give it a try!
Time! Yes!
I do like those Sarah Marie shirts. I haven’t treated myself to one of those yet.
They’re so cute!
Great ideas! What a cute photo – time flies!
Thanks! It sure does!
I love the FRE anti-aging products! I want some Tracksmith gear or just a day of not having to change diapers!
Hopefully you can get a break from diapers on Mother’s Day! I’ve never tried Tracksmith but I’ve heard great things about it.
Amazing ideas! I always love new gear or a race entry!
Love these! Forwarding them to my kids.