Running has always been a popular sport and aerobic exercise in America. Every year, the United States plays hosts to thousands of races of all shapes and sizes. In 2012 for example, there were over 15,000 5K races alone. That same year, more than 57 million Americans jogged or ran at least once. The U.S. typically sees 2,000 half-marathons and 700 marathons every year, the latter seeing more than 500,000 competitors!
As an exercise, running is one of the easiest (in terms of equipment and requirements) exercises around, and its health benefits simply can’t be beat. Running for just 45 minutes, for example, can reduce blood pressure by up to 10-12 mgs. Running can also help reduce weight, build muscle (especially in the legs), improve breathing, strengthen your core and your cardiovascular system, and generally make your feel fantastic. It is even known to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and to increase your life expectancy by up to six years.
Dedicated runners devote their all when running but you don’t necessarily need to be a die-hard competitor to enjoy running. In fact, you don’t necessarily need to run at all to enjoy runner culture. What does this mean? Personalized gifts for runners offer a spectacular array of products that can be used on and off the track or road. Perfect for anyone who enjoys to run (either casually or competitively), running gifts can be given in birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, and other special moments. From medal displays and running gear to running window decals and safety lights for runners, personalized running gifts will be sure to be a hit for that special someone who likes to run.
There are many other running gifts of course than medal displays and the others listed above. For more information about these gifts (including suggestions for gift ideas), feel free to leave a comment or question at the bottom.
