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If you’re looking for motivation to get out and exercise, social media influencers specializing in running can be a great source of inspiration. For brands, running influencers are an opportunity to reach loyal, engaged audiences interested in wellness and fitness. Runners come in all forms: sprinters, ultra-marathoners, joggers, and those who just enter the occasional 5K to test themselves. These top running influencers on social media share everything from shoe recommendations and hydration products to stretching exercises and injury prevention.

Top running influencers on social media

Emelia Cellura

Emelia is a runner, mother and traveler. She describes her Instagram account as “an active mother’s guide to life,” where her 23.8K followers can stay up-to-date on her various 5Ks, 10K, half-marathons, and marathons. Her website mirrors her social media posts, including Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and Twitter, with tips for runners, healthy eating, all things Disney, and even how to choose a marathon.

Gary Robbins

An outdoor enthusiast, Gary treats his 92K Instagram followers to photos of some of the most gorgeous running trails — no matter the weather. His YouTube videos highlight race reports, mountain descents, treadmill runs, and product reviews. He co-founded Ridgeline Athletics Inc., a coaching service for mountain, ultra, and trail runners.

Shalane Flanagan

Who better to get running advice from than an Olympian and winner of the New York City Marathon? Yes, Nike coach Shalane is in a class of her own, turning her lifestyle into an entire brand with over 420K Instagram followers. The bestselling author of “Run Fast. Eat Slow” and “Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow” not only still runs trails but also shares her nutrition tips and recipes with her fans. Her website inspires “athletes of all levels to cook their way to success.” She often fills her feed with her experiences being a running coach at the University of Oregon as well.

Tony Green

A barefoot running advocate, Tony draws his over 9K followers with posts about marathons, trail running and coaching. His stunning images of runs in his home country of Australia feature everything from koala encounters to coastal shots. His Twitter posts are showcased on his website, The Runninger, which features interviews with runners, footwear and hydration gear reviews, race reports, and tips on staying motivated and measuring running improvement, among other topics.

Janae Baron

A girl has to eat, right? And it only makes sense that someone who runs marathons, half-marathons, and even a 50-miler would regularly need to refuel with healthy and delicious food. A self-proclaimed food-lover, Janae uses her Hungry Runner Girl website and social media to not only post workouts, race recaps, and her favorite running gear but also recipes. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Dean Karnazes

Dean’s Instagram is chock full of tips, advice, and products that improve the running experience with topics like endurance, training, and workouts. He’s so popular that Hammer Nutrition even sells something called the “Dean Karnazes Kit,” which includes a signed copy of his books, “Ultramarathon Man” and “Runner’s High.” In his TEDx Talk on “Finding your best self,” he shared how he got into running.

Mirna Valerio

If you missed Mirna’s appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” let’s get you caught up. She is a force to be reckoned with, with ten ultramarathons under her belt — including one 61 miles long — and over 157K Instagram followers. Mirna uses her website and social media platforms to advise aspiring runners who feel discouraged because of their size. Her memoir, “A Beautiful Work in Progress,” is a prejudice-busting, body-positive account of her running journey, and her story has been featured in major media around the globe.

Hellah Sidibe

Billed as “the first Black man to run across America,” Hellah has run every day since May 15, 2017, as proclaimed on his Instagram. The vegan athlete and former pro soccer player uses his website to raise donations for Soles4Souls, his nonprofit that turns unwanted shoes into opportunities to break the cycle of poverty. His YouTube channel includes videos of his runs, speed and agility drills, running form tips, common runner experiences, and watch reviews.

Abby Pollock

Describing herself as “an engineer turned fitness nerd,” Abby uses her social media platforms to share running tips, nutrition, and weight loss advice, and workouts. Her YouTube channel boasts 984K subscribers, and her trainer page on TheTeamPlans.com allows fans to purchase fit guides or bundles. Abby’s 755K Instagram followers can learn more about gut health, nutrition, electrolytes, supplements, running myths, tips to prevent shin splints and more.

Marcus Brown

If you love listening to podcasts on your daily run, “A Runner’s Life” with Marcus is a must-listen. With interviews on training, trailblazers, mindset, and race-day nutrition, the podcast is filled with running tips and insights from some of the best in the industry. Although his social media reach is expansive, with semi-regular posts to Facebook and Twitter, it’s Marcus’s Instagram posts and reels that keep his 26.4K followers pulled in.

Erica Agran

With nearly 11 years of blogging experience, over 150 half marathons and 59 marathons under her belt, Erica sets the bar high when it comes to running influencers. Her 25.4K Instagram followers trust her to chronicle only the best healthy eats, fitness gear and scenic travel spots. She gives back to her followers through frequent giveaways and conducts private running tours in Chicago, where she’s based.

Stephen Scullion

The second Olympian on our list, Stephen is the founder of the Jogging Room, a site where he shares training and wellness secrets for Olympic success. His Instagram is an impressive gallery of running shots for his over 96.9K followers to gain motivation from. The Olympian serves as an inspiration to his followers as he shares his latest training experiences and workout posts.

Sam Baker

From relatable dad content to weight training and running tips, Sam shares all of the fulfilling aspects of his life with his Instagram followers. Over on YouTube, he documents his transformation from a “skinny teenager” to the gym savant that he is now and posts all the fitness gear reviews you could ever need. If you’re looking for gym motivation or tips on bulking up, Sam’s got you covered.

Diane Lauren

When it comes to running influencers on social media, Diane provides an exciting and educational platform for those interested in taking up the healthy hobby. With a series on running tips, long runs, and speed workouts to get you ready for running, Diane shares it all. More than 82.2K followers enjoy her useful advice and the trendy workout sets she shares on TikTok.

@diane_lauren I put so much work into my form over the last couple years and it made a huge difference in my running! #runningtiktok #running #runningtips #runningform ♬ original sound - diane_lauren

Paloma Meehan

Paloma is a popular lifestyle, fashion, and fitness influencer who takes to TikTok to share her passions with over 65K followers. The influencer considers herself in her “running girl era” and shares her interest in staying healthy through her running series. The series contains exciting running vlogs and relatable content that inspires and motivates her followers. When she isn’t sharing her running experiences, Paloma often shows her favorite stylish outfits and what life is like in New York and Connecticut.

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