25 best Christmas gifts for runners

Sometimes, a medal isn't enough of a memento – especially if your triathlete has finished an Ironman! This illustrated art print map, showing the three stages of a triathlon race, can be personalised with all the important stats from their big day – including their finish times and the course details, so they can look back on their race with pride.

Every triathlete needs a decent race belt. This perennial favourite from Zone 3 keeps your number securely positioned via three toggles, while also holding three gels.

A beautifully designed and brightly coloured bag for all their, err, sweaty and smelly gym kit. Just zip away sweaty gear in this pouch – and use the products in the little travel friendly bottles and jars – and they'll be fresh once more.

Add a spot of colour to your triathlete's walls with this abstract triathlete print. There's a range of different sizes available, from a smaller 10 x 8 inch print, right up to A2.

Who doesn't want to show off their hard-earned medals? This thoughtful, personalised medal holder is bound to go down well. It's available in two sizes – small (20 x 10cm) and large (40 x 12.5cm).

Steamed up lenses, be gone! These low-profile racing gogglesfrom Zone 3 are treated with an anti-fog technology, which actually works, ensuring crystal clear vision whether training indoors or racing in open water. The polarised mirrored lenses reduce glare from the sun, and the curved lenses provide a wide field of vision. And their hydro-dynamic design reduces drag from the water, helping swimmers finish faster.

Whether it’s heavy arms from swimming length after length. lethargic legs from long rides or tired feet from ticking off those miles, a few healing pumps of this muscle spray will soothe hard working muscles right away.

Containing a natural blend of magnesium chloride and energising lemon oil, arnica and capsicum, this spray adds a gentle heat on application to speed up recovery, reduce tiredness and fatigue and restore electrolyte balance.

These fleecy winter bib tights will keep your triathlete warm when braving the elements on two wheels this winter. Featuring a dual-density chamois pad, they provide protection during long hours in the saddle and, while designed to keep you toasty, are breathable too, so your triathlete can push the pace on those climbs without sweating buckets.

A great stocking filler and one that may make your triathlete question why they chose to take up such a bonkers sport!

Once you've ran in a pair of Sweaty Betty's Power Leggings, it's hard to run in anything else. The flat high-rise waist-band is wonderfully comfy, supportive and flattering, and the soft, stretchy fabric is luxurious against the skin. There's an internal adjustable drawcord and a back zip pocket and side pocket for storing all your essentials. The question is, once you've bought a pair, will you be gifting them to your triathlete or yourself?

When you're training over three sports, you're bound to love these post-session epsom bath soaks. This Dr Teal's offering smells amazing and helps tired muscles recover.

at John Lewis swim technique, and these fins are a great way to do exactly that, helping swimmers improve their leg kick, body position in the water, ankle flexibility and more.

These vibrant and protective overshoes will keep your triathlete's tootsies warm while out on the bike this winter

They are fully waterproof and inside have a brushed fleece lining for added insulation. The high-vis pink will help you to stay seen as the light fades – and of course stand out.

These winter bibs are an absolute training essential for the triathlete in your life – especially if they're the type to wear shorts all year round. They aren't fleece-lined but feature a durable water-repellent treatment on the lower part of the legs for extra protection from rain and spray, and the plush well-made chamois provides long-lasting comfort in the saddle.

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Keep theme safe when training through the winter with this super-reflective bike helmet cover. It's also windproof and waterproof, which always comes in handy.

On cold mornings, layering up is a must. This lightweight long-sleeve from Sweaty Betty is made from a soft, sweat-wicking fabric, which will keep them dry and comfortable, no matter how hard they're working.

If you're strong enough to have completed an Ironman, you'll want to show it off. This funny t-shirt does just that.

A stocking-filler any triathlete is bound to love, the lock laces make slipping shoes on and off during transitions an utter breeze.

Another thing every swimmer loves when they get out of the pool? A warm cup of tea. This flask has a lid that doubles as a cup and is designed to keep drinks warm for hours.

Keep all your on-bike nutrition stored in this aero top tube case and you won’t have to worry about forgetting your gels.