20 great Father's Day gift ideas for dads who run

Super proud of the running dad in your life but rarely have time to make the finish line/cheer squad? Now he can keep a little reminder with him during all of his runs, with this heartfelt personalised shoe tag. It can be moved from shoe to shoe, and will keep his spirits up and let him know you're thinking of him during every race and training run.

These glasses scream 'Dad style' and at £25, they're a really decent pair; they fit securely, the bottomless frames offer a decent range of visibility and the venting does a fine job of keeping fogging to a minimum. The lens itself is very capable in constant light, but doesn't quite compare to more premium lenses when faced with changing light conditions on varying terrain, but that's only an issue if you're constantly hitting the trails.

Irrespective of your Dad/partner's running prowess, nothing says 'Happy Father's Day' like a new pair of box fresh socks! This set of three, quarter-length socks from Danish Endurance have arch compression and cushioning for comfortable, soft, blister-free runs. And if you can prevent his feet from stinking up the house, then it's win-win all round.

Can't find a suitably cool Father's Day card in your local gift shop? If your Dad is fitter than a butcher's dog and you're tired of sending him fart/beer jokes, now you can finally give him something that reflects his true passion with this cool run-related card. And even if he's more of a Sunday jogger than an elite runner in a club vest, he'll still appreciate the gesture.

For dads who love to hone in on their health and fitness metrics, you can't really do better than buying them a Whoop Strap 4.0. This wearable sensors tracks everything from your sleep to your heart rate variability, recovery and daily effort to provide a holistic overview of your current health status, and the accompanying app provides insights and advice on how ready you are to train. Sound like something Dad would love? Buy him an annual Whoop membership for £229 and the band is included as part of the membership.

You can never have too many mugs! And this one lets your Dad/partner know he's a running superstar!

Old man partial to a morning brew? Exhale dubs itself ‘the ridiculously healthy organic coffee that’s backed by serious science’. While poor processing and over roasting can often knock out coffee's natural, fruity goodness, Exhale’s unique process locks in more of its healthiest compounds while keeping out the bad stuff. Don’t believe us? The product goes through nine different independent lab tests to confirm the beans are free from nasties, and as high in antioxidants and vitamins as possible (read more here). Everything is ethically sourced, too, down to the compostable packaging. We’d recommend the Dark(ish) blend — it’s rich, deliciously smooth and there’s absolutely no bitterness.

The Urban gift card makes a thoughtful present for the dad in need of some well-earned me-time. With more than 30 wellness treatments to choose from – including sports massages and deep-cleansing facials – there's something for every recovery routine. Best of all, a trusted professional comes directly to their door, so they can enjoy a five-star treatment without leaving home. You can choose a specific treatment or simply gift an amount, with prices starting from £20.

What is the ultimate Father's Day gift for the runner in your life? We might be biased, but a subscription to join our Runner's World Club! With our gold membership, they can enjoy our new, extensive library of training plans, in-person meet-ups, discounts, deals and prizes from their favourite running and fitness brands, Runner's World magazine delivered to their door — and a whole lot more!

If you've exhausted all of the obvious gifting ideas and you just want to let your running Dad know you're thinking of him, this cute and heartfelt runner's kit will be just the ticket, and you can send it direct to his house. The pack includes stretching ideas, peanut butter and snacks, and epsom bath salts for a relaxing soak post run. Happy days!

Is your Dad impossible to buy presents for? If you pops already owns enough running shoes to clothe the race field and is fussy about gifts, treat him to some rest day clobber instead. We love this super soft classic sweater from New Balance.

In our opinion, you can never have enough running vests, and this one from Adidas is a solid option. The roomy fit means there’s loads of ventilation as you run, and that, combined with the racer cut at the back, mean it’s a great choice for really hot training days. The Aeroready material is light, has a welcome touch of stretch and wicks sweat quickly.

Show the runner in your life you really care with the gift of open-earbuds. This pair from Soundcore scored consistently well in our headphone test and your Dad is worth it. Swapping traditional ear hooks for a cuff-style, clip-on design, they’re a super lightweight, non-obtrusive audio option. Plus, they have competitive battery life and impressive sound quality to boot.

Some dads are just consistently tricky to buy for. So, if the running dad in your life appears underwhelmed by all of your present ideas so far, take the sensible option and give him the gift of blister-free running. It's small, inexpensive, and lets him know you're thinking about him.

Another super-cool race day memento idea, this one can be personalised with your dad/partner's details on the frame alongside his race day pics and map route, plus it comes with hooks to hang his medals!

Gently remind your dad to keep his noggin protected all year round with this comfortable, lightweight running hat. The materials used are all high quality, even after some sweaty miles and some washes. Details like the quality of the clasp on the adjustment strap, the UPF +40 protection and the fact the excess of the strap tucks neatly into the back of the hat are just three reasons why we liked them.

If your partner is a new dad and misses his weekly runs but is loathe to leave you at home holding the baby, give him the gift of multitasking (and you get a break too) with this brilliant running buggy. It's an investment purchase, but as it's suitable from six months up to roughly 4-5 years, just think of all those Sunday morning lie-ins you'll get?

Got a dad who run (or bike) commutes regularly? The Alpha by Stolt is one of our all-time favourite running backpacks thanks to its bounce-free fit, ample storage and versatility for professional settings. Includes a padded laptop sleeve.

If running is big news in your house, celebrate your dad/hubby's running achievements loud and proud on the living room wall with this lovely illustrated print that can be personalised with his best times. This London Marathon version depicts Tower Bridge but you can choose from most of the major marathons around the world including Paris, San Francisco or closer to home such as the Great North Run.

Your pops partial to a running festival or trail running/camping combo? Then he'll love this uber-cool wine tumbler from Yeti to party the night away post run. It keeps wine cool and safe from thirsty flies, and is far safer than glass when sipping alfresco. Your dad more of a tea man? He might like this versatile 14 oz Rambler camp mug instead to keep his cuppa' warm.