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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WHY CHOOSE RUNNING MATE?

Background verified

Every running mate passes comprehensive background checks powered by Checkr for your safety and peace of mind.

On-demand matching

Find a running mate instantly when you’re ready to go. No scheduling required.

Flat-rate pricing

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

Quality Assured

Rate your experience and help maintain our high-quality running mate community.

real-time tracking

Share your route with trusted contacts and track your running mate’s location.

easy to use

Simple, intuitive app design gets you matched and running in seconds.

  • Sign-up and Verify

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

  • Find your mate

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

  • Connect and Run

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

  • Rate and Repeat

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

 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!

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