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* '''[[Injury_prevention_using_%27The_Stick%27| The Stick]]'''. No runner should be without [[The Stick]]. This is the best [[Massage]] deviceI've found and a key way of staying injury free. I use mine every day, and it makes as a core part of my training. <jfs id="B000P7NWLM" n="" nonl="t"/>. I've tried quite a big differencefew of the clones, helping me avoid injuries and easing sore [[Muscle|muscles]]. Itbut the only one that I's [http://go.fellrnrve found that comes close to The Stick is the Tiger Tail which uses a single roller.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B00ZPMAIO6" n=1&url"" nonl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FThe-Stick-6628-Marathon%2Fdp%2FB000P7NWLM $32 at Amazon.com]"t"/>.* '''[[Foam_Roller| Foam Roller]]'''. If your runner already has The Sick, then the [[Foam Roller]] is the other great tool for keeping their legs working. ItGet a good quality version that will last; I's [http://go.fellrnr.com/?d recommend <jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B0028KDC82" n=1&xcust"" nonl=Foam&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2F36-Inch-Extra-Durable-Hi-Density-Roller%2Fdp%2FB0028KDC82 $25 at Amazon.com] for a good quality version that will last. * * '''BooksStryd'''. The recent bestseller 'Born to Run' is well written most accurate way of measuring pace and entertainingdistance, as well as thought provoking (the [[http://goStryd]] footpod will also estimate running power.fellrnrIt works with a wide variety of running watches.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=btr&url=http%3A%2F%2FwwwIt's more expensive than other footpods, but it's accuracy makes it great value for money.amazon* '''MilestonePod'''.com%2FBorn-Run-Hidden-Superathletes-Greatest%2Fdp%2F0307279189 $11 at Amazon.com])The MilestonePod is a cheap and effective way of tracking the number of miles your runner has put on their shoes, something that can help them avoid an injury. IIf your runner doesn've included some other book suggestions below, focusing on entertainment rather than technical advicet have a [[Best Running Watch| Good Running Watch]] it will also track their runs. ** As if that weren't enough, the MilestonePod will give some fascinating insight into their running form. <jfs id="B01JLHCRFS" noreferb="true" nonl="t" n="MilestonePod"/>* ''Once A Runner'Massage''', by John L. Parker. Often considered While I use the best book Stick and Foam Roller on runninga daily basis, and they're not as good as a worthy readhuman massage therapist, so give a gift certificate for a massage. [http://goA good therapist can work wonders, but make sure you get recommendations from experienced runners.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=x&url=You need a therapist who is used to working with athletes and who has a good reputation. For instance, I go to Nicole at [http%3A%2F%2Fwww://www.amazonuniversityneuromuscularmassage.com%2FOnce-Runner-Novel-John-Parker%2Fdp%2F1416597891 $10 at Amazon/ University Neuromuscular Massage] in Charlotte, who prepares me for races and helps me recover.com]** If you'''Running on Emptyre in Moore County, NC, you have Denise Martin, who is extremely experienced with runners as she volunteers at many local ultramarathons. * '''Halo Hat.''', This is by Marshall Ulrich. An ultrarunning classic. far the best [[http://go.fellrnr.com/?idRunning Hats| running hat]] I've found, and I wear mine for every run, regardless of the weather. <jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B002C0I2JW" n=1&xcust"" nonl=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2FRunning-Empty-Ultramarathoners-Record-Setting-America%2Fdp%2F1583334904 $11 at Amazon.com].** * '''Foot rubz'Eat and Run''. While it', by Scott Jerek. s not as critical as The autobiography of an ultrarunning legend. [http://go.fellrnr.com/?Stick or a Foam Roller, massaging your feet with this little ball feels great and is only <jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B002QEY6NK" n=1&xcust"" nonl=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon* '''Gloves'''.com%2FEat-Run-Unlikely-Ultramarathon-Greatness%2Fdp%2F0547569653 $17 at Amazon.com].** '''Feet in the CloudsI've come to love gloves that have a finger cover to make them 'convertible mittens', by Richard Askwithas they work in a wider range of temperatures. On British fell running. [http://go.fellrnr.com/?id<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B019MSSYXA" n=1&xcust"Saucony Ulti-Mitts" nonl=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2FFeet-Clouds-Tale-Fell-Running-Obsession%2Fdp%2F1845130820 $13 at Amazon.com].** * '''Bowerman and the Men of OregonSugoi Helium Jacket'''. This jacket weighs less than 3oz, by Kenny Moore. The story of the Oregon coach is windproof and founder of Nikeis my favorite jacket when I don't need something waterproof. [http://go.fellrnr.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B00V0CTCN8" n=1&xcust"Men's Helium is" nonl=x&url"t"/> and the <jfs id="B013PS87BC" n=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBowerman-Men-Oregon-Legendary-Cofounder%2Fdp%2F1594867313 $13 at Amazon.com]"Women's Helium" nonl="t"/>.** '''The Silence of Great DistanceUltimate Direction Ultra Jacket'''', by Frank Murphy. The story of competitive women's endurance runningThis jacket is remarkably waterproof given it only weighs about 6oz/170g. [They claim it has a [http://gowww.fellrnrrei.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSilencelearn/expert-Greatadvice/rainwear-Distancehow-Frankit-Murphy%2Fdp%2F0962924326 $18 at Amazonworks.comhtml waterproof rating].** '''Ultramarathon Man''of 12,000mm, and it's breathable to 22, by Dean Karnazes. Dean seems to be loved and hated by an equal number of people000g/m², but I enjoyed this bookthose ratings are often taken in optimal conditions, and sadly a wet jacket does not breathe as well as a dry one. [http://goIn practice, if you're running you're likely to be wet regardless of the waterproof rating as your sweat will soak your clothing.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FUltramarathon-Man-Confessions-All-Night-Runner%2Fdp%2F1585424803 $10 at AmazonThe idea of a jacket like this is to keep the water from making you cold, and the Ultra can seem much warmer than the Helium jacket in cold, heavy rain.comSee [[Running in the Rain]]for more details.*[http://www.zappos.com/ultimate-direction-ultra-jacket-indigo Ultimate Direction Ultra Jacket at Zappos]. * '''What I Talk About When I Talk About Running'''Socks'''. While socks are unexciting, by Haruki Murakamithey make a good fallback. A somewhat rambling tale Buy the type of runningsocks your runner normally wears, as a different sock can change the way their shoes fit. [http://goIf you runner is not using good socks, then consider giving them a modern technical sock.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=x&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWhat-About-Running-Vintage-International%2Fdp%2F0307389839 $10 at Amazon.com]See [[Blister Prevention and Socks]].* '''Halo Hat.Safety Vest''' This . If your runner is by far the best [[Running Hats| likely to be running hat]] I've foundafter dark, and I wear mine for every run, regardless of the weather ([http://gothen the Amphipod Xinglet will keep them visible.fellrnrIt's reasonably comfortable and highly visible from all directions.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B004DKSJAG" n=1&xcust"" nonl=halo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FHalo-Headbands-HSHWHITE-Sport-White%2Fdp%2FB0025US29E $22 at Amazon.com]). "t"/>* '''Offer to crewBuff'''. A different gift Buff is to offer to crew your runner through a race or training runcylinder of fabric that can be used as a neck warmer, hat, and many other combinations. [[Crewing an Ultra]] is a big undertaking, so don<jfs id="B01GGHAUUK" n="" nonl="t"/>* '''Offer to crew'''t make this offer lightly. Another option A different gift is to offer to drive so the crew your runner can do through a long point to point race or training run. * '''Foot rubz''Crewing an ultra is a big undertaking, so don't make this offer lightly. While it's not as critical as [[The Stick]] or Another option is to offer to drive so the runner can do a [[Foam Rollerlong point to point run. * '''RunScribe'''. I'm impressed with [[RunScribe]], massaging your feet with this little ball feels great and is only 's ability to measure all sorts of useful data about a runner's form. $240 for a pair of [[Footpod]]s from http://gorunscribe.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=rubz&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FFoot-Massage-Great-Backs-Hands%2Fdp%2FB002QEY6NK $6 at Amazon.com]com.* '''GlovesHydration'''. ICheck out my reviews of the [[Best Hydration Systems]] for options to keep your runner hydrated. * '''Coaching've come to love gloves that have a finger cover to make them 'convertible mittens', as they work in a wider range of temperatures. The best I've found are advice and support of a professional coach can make a huge difference to a runner. You can find in person or online coaching, and both can work well. The in person training can vary from a low cost running program, such as the [http://gowww.fellrnrrunforyou.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=SauconyUtliMitt&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSauconyRun For You] coaching offered by my local store, to more expensive one-90299on-Ultione coaching. Online coaching can provide various levels of support, from customized training plans to intensive one-Mitton-Black-Xone support. Check out my friend Shannon McGinn's [http://shannon-creatingmomentum.blogspot.com/p/running-coach-Large%2Fdp%2FB0059CVCME Saucony Ultibased-in-woodbridge-Mittnj.html Creating Momentum coaching service] which comes with the light . She is an accomplished ultrarunner and has a place for it to clip certified coach. =Books=My book suggestions focus more on that works wellentertainment than technical running advice. They* '''Born to Run'''re not the cheapest gloves, being [http://go.fellrnr.com/?The recent bestseller 'Born to Run' is well written and entertaining, as well as thought provoking. <jfs id=35454X937677&xs"0307279189" n=1&xcust"" nonl=Ultimit&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2FSaucony-Mens-Ulti-Mitt-Small-Black%2Fdp%2FB006ZW6JGQ $50 at Amazon.com], but they are worth it. * * '''Sugoi Helium JacketThe Terrible and Wonderful Reasons Why I Run Long Distances'''. This jacket weighs less than 3oz, is windproofa comic book on running by The Oatmeal, water resistant and it's a great read. Of course, humor is my favorite. (a personal thing, so check out [http://go.fellrnrtheoatmeal.com/?comics/running the online comic]] to get a taste of the book. <jfs id=35454X937677&xs"1449459951" n=1&xcust"" nonl=he&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2FSugoi-Helium-Jacket-Nova-X-Large%2Fdp%2FB001J8CQZY Men* '''Once A Runner'''s is $54-100], [http://goby John L. Parker.fellrnrOften considered the best book on running, and a worthy read.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"1416597891" n=1&xcust"" nonl=hew&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon.com%2FSugoi-Womens-Helium-Jacket-Black%2Fdp%2FB002IQKW8Y Women'There's is $65-100].also the sequel "Again to Carthage" (<jfs id="1439192480" n="" nonl="t"/>), and the prequel "Racing the Rain" (<jfs id="1476769869" n="" nonl="t"/>). * '''SocksRunning on Empty''', by Marshall Ulrich. While socks are unexciting, they make a good fallback. Buy the type An ultrarunning classic by one of socks your runner normally wears, as a different sock can change the way their [[Shoes]] fitgreatest ultrarunners. <jfs id="1583334904" n="" nonl="t"/>. If you runner is not using good socks* '''Eat and Run''', then consider giving them a modern technical sockby Scott Jerek. See [[Blister_Prevention_and_Socks| Blister Prevention This is part autobiography and Sockspart recipe book from the elite ultrarunner Scott Jurek. I found it fascinating to read about Scott's life, and [[Why Run Ultras| why he runs ultras]]. While Scott includes several bits of ultrarunning advice, it's mostly his life story.<jfs id="0547569653" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''Feet in the Clouds''', by Richard Askwith. A book more about British fell running, but still worth the time. <jfs id="1845130820" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''Bowerman and the Men of Oregon''', by Kenny Moore. The story of the Oregon coach and founder of Nike. <jfs id="1594867313" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''The Silence of Great Distance''', by Frank Murphy. The story of competitive women's endurance running. It's hard to believe how difficult it was for women to compete in the not so distant past. <jfs id="0962924326" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''Ultramarathon Man''', by Dean Karnazes. Dean seems to be loved and hated by an equal number of people, but I enjoyed this book. I think it's the best thing he's written by far.<jfs id="1585424803" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''What I Talk About When I Talk About Running''', by Haruki Murakami. A somewhat rambling tale of running which many people love. <jfs id="0307389839" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''Running Through the Wall'''. Each chapter is by a different author, so it's a collection of individual runners experiences in ultrarunning. Not a huge source of information, but an entertaining read in places. <jfs id="1891369377" n="" nonl="t"/>.* '''The Old Man and the Sea'''. This may seem like an odd entry in the list of running books running, but I believe that "The Old Man and The Sea" provides greater inspiration and insight into the ultrarunning psyche than most books dedicated to the topic. <jfs id="0684801221" n="" nonl="t"/>.

* '''MusiMusic'''c. Small Sadly I don't have a great recommendation for a small MP3 players like now the SanDisk Clip Zip ([http://gois discontinued.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=clip&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSanDisk-Sansa-Clip-Player-Black%2Fdp%2FB005FVNGRS $35 at Amazon.com]<span style=* '''Headphones''color:#FF0000'>) </span>or iPod Shuffle ([http://go.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=Shuf&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FApple-shuffle-Slate-NEWEST-MODEL%2Fdp%2FB0097BEEDM $50 at Amazon.com]) are ideal for running. For better sound quality, the most important factor is the [[Headphones_for_RunningHeadphones for Running| headphones]], so give a pair of Koss SportaPro ([http://go.fellrnr.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B00001P505" n=1&url"" nonl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FKoss-155475-SportaPro-Stereo-Headphones%2Fdp%2FB00001P505 $21 at Amazon.com])"t"/>.* '''Running light'''. You need to talk to your runner about their preferences for [[Running Lights]]running lights. Have a read of my [[Running_LightsRunning Lights| running light guide]] for more details. * '''GPS Watch'''. I recommend the Garmin 310XT for any runner, but there are cheaper options and smaller options, so read [[Best Running Watch| Best Running Watch]] before buying. * '''Compression Sleeves'''. These sleeves are all the rage, and for [[Why_compression_clothesWhy compression clothes| a good reason]]. They make a nice gift, but they have to be sized correctly, especially the calf circumference, which makes it tricky for them to be a surprise gift. Of the many calf sleeves on the market, I'd recommend the 2XU Sleeves ([http://go.fellrnr.com/?<jfs id=35454X937677&xs"B00591U8J8" n=1&xcust"" nonl=2xun&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww"t"/>.amazon* '''Pedicure'''.com%2F2XU-Non-Stirrup-Compression-Guard-Medium%2Fdp%2FB00591U8J8 $40-45 at AmazonRunning can be tough on the feet, so a pedicure can help restore them. (A Pedicure before a race can help prevent blisters by making sure the toe nails are trimmed and rounded.com]).