Whether it’s running in a marathon or jogging around your neighborhood, running is one of the most doable and universal of all sports. In the United States, a country that highly values its sports, running has no shortage of followers (no pun intended). As a sport, running couldn’t be more popular. Every year, millions of runners flock to the race tracks and roads across the country to compete in races. From the arduous ultra distance running, 26.2-mile marathon to a more manageable (and just as honorable) 5K race, thousands of races are held in the U.S. More than 500,000 men and women in the U.S. compete in a marathon annually, and that number isn’t expected to slow down (no pun intended) anytime soon.
As an exercise, running couldn’t be better for you. The health benefits of consistent running are well-documented. Even running a moderate amount can yield great benefits for your body. Running just 45 minutes, for example, can reduce your blood pressure by 12 mgs. Running can also help you loose weight, build muscle, gain stamina, improve your breathing, strengthen your cardiovascular system, and overall make you feel awesome (not that you already aren’t). It is even known to have long-term benefits as prominent as reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by as much as six years. Some studies have shown it can increase life expectancy too.
Even if you’re not an ultra distance running enthusiast, chances are you know someone who does. After all, about 57 million Americans run or jog at least once every year. For the avid runners in your life, why not get them a personalized gift for runners? From runners recovery sandals and runners safety lights to running decals and even running jewelry, personalized running gifts is just the thing to get that special someone in your life who is passionate about running.
