Find your perfect running partner

our mission

Safe, verified running mates nation-wide

After being assaulted twice while running, Dena Lewis embarked on a mission to find a solution for safe running and created Running Mate. Running Mate provides real-time, on-demand, and verified safe running "mates" whenever you need them.

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  • Background Verified

    Create your profile and complete our Checkr-powered background verification process for maximum safety.

  • On-Demand Matching

    Open the app when ready to run and instantly see verified mates in your area.

  • Real-Time Tracking

    Match with a mate, share your route, and enjoy a safe, social running experience.

  • Quality Assured

    Rate your experience to help our community grow stronger and safer.

  • Flat Rate Pricing

    Transparent, fair pricing. Mates earn a consistent flat rate for every run.

Adidas

92% OF WOMEN ARE CONCERNED FOR THEIR SAFETY WHEN THEY GO FOR A RUN

Runner’s World Magazine

60% of women we surveyed have been harassed while running

CBS News

43% of women have experienced harassment while running

 FAQs

  • Checkr pulls information from various databases to ensure comprehensive coverage, including court records, employment databases, and driving record repositories. It is fast, ensuring a quick turnaround time so mates and runners can start using running mate within 1-3 days.

  • Mates are compensated $10 for runs between 1-5 miles and $15 for runs 5+ miles.

  • No! We need mates of every pace on our platform. When you build your profile, be sure to include your average pace, and if you are a runner or a walker.

  • Yes! This is the perfect time to use running mate. Our mates can show you the best route in the city you are traveling in, help you avoid dangerous or isolating paths, and give you a tour while on your run!

  • Yes, and you can create your desired pace when you build your profile, as well as set you pace every time you create a new event. 

Where we are

Locations

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boston, ma

austin, tx

tampa, fl

atlanta, ga

west palm beach, fl

salt lake city, ut

st. pete, fl

coming soon

nashville, tn

charleston, sc

denver, co

charlotte, nc

scottsdale, az

portland, or

new york city, ny