Five Star Gift Ideas

For your daughter who is passionate about marathons and running, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can consider:

1. Customized Marathon Map: Turn your daughter's favorite race into a piece of art by getting a customized marathon map. It can display the route, elevation, and even highlight her personal best time. This gift will remind her of the challenging and rewarding experiences she has had during her races.

2. Running Gear: Every runner appreciates high-quality running gear. Consider getting her a new pair of running shoes or a stylish and functional running outfit. You can also include accessories such as a GPS running watch, a hydration pack, or wireless headphones, all of which can enhance her running experience.

3. Marathon Training Books: Help your daughter enhance her running skills and knowledge with books focused on marathon training. Some popular titles include "Advanced Marathoning" by Pete Pfitzinger and Scott Douglas or "The Runner's World Big Book of Marathon and Half-Marathon Training."

4. Race Registration: Surprise your daughter by registering her for an upcoming marathon or half-marathon that she has been eyeing. This gift not only shows your support for her passion but also motivates her to continue pursuing her running goals.

5. Personalized Running Jewelry: Consider gifting your daughter a piece of jewelry that celebrates her love for running. You can find necklaces, bracelets, or keychains with running-related charms, personalized with her initials, a race distance or a motivational running quote.

6. Inspirational Running Art or Posters: Fill her living space with motivational running art or posters. These can feature quotes, images, or even race photos that inspire her to keep pushing herself during training and races.

7. Massage or Spa Voucher: Help your daughter recover and relax after her training sessions by gifting her a massage or spa voucher. It will not only aid in her physical recovery but also provide a well-deserved break and relaxation.

8. Marathon Memorabilia: If your daughter has run some memorable races, consider framing and displaying her race bibs, medals, or a collage of race photos. This way, she can reminisce about her accomplishments and see how far she has come.

9. Personalized Training Journal: Help your daughter stay organized and motivated by gifting her a personalized training journal. This journal can include space for goal setting, recording workouts, tracking progress, and jotting down inspirational quotes or thoughts along the way.

10. Subscription to a Running Magazine: Keep your daughter up to date with the latest trends, tips, and inspiration by gifting her a subscription to a running magazine like "Runner's World" or "Women's Running."

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that shows your thoughtfulness and support for your daughter's passion. Consider her specific needs and preferences, as well as any unique running goals she may have, to find the perfect gift that truly captures her love for marathons and running.

Or you can get her a star map with an important date you share.

Colleen Parker says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Very special gift! My daughter was in happy tears when she opened hers for Christmas. Very special!!”