The Top 8 Mattresses for Runners

Saatva makes it easy to elevate sore legs with its adjustable base (which you can add onto your purchase of their best-selling mattress). Saatva isn't the only company selling adjustable mattresses, but because their model can both elevate sore feet and take pressure off the low back and hips, it stands out from the rest.

For all-over relief, from sore legs to a strained back, you can't beat Tempur-Pedic's pressure-relieving Adapt series. The brand incorporated NASA-developed material in the design to both keep you comfortable and supported, even while you toss and turn. Pick from four different firmness levels to get your ideal level of plushness.

Back pain is common for runners, and if this sounds like a familiar problem, you'll want to try Casper's hybrid mattress. It's pricey, but its key feature is the ergonomic zones it has throughout: They're there to help align your spine while you sleep, with gel pods that specifically cradle the waist and lower back (the usual culprit for running-related back pain).

This is a performance-grade mattress. It's designed to adapt to your body shape, get rid of excess heat, and fix any aches and pains. These capabilities are all thanks to Zoma's innovative support system, which includes a layer of Reactiv (a special foam that helps with spine alignment) and a gel layer that cushions the hips and shoulders while you snooze.

Not only does Tuft & Needle's mattress tick all the boxes you'd want as a runner (it has pressure-relieving features and is super supportive), but it's also antimicrobial. It brings a whole new meaning to the idea of "clean sleep", ensuring that you wake up feeling good enough to make your morning jog.

"As a person who is physically active (a runner) and who has a job as a facilitator/trainer, it's important that I sleep well so I can perform at my best," writes one of the 8,300+ reviewers who gave this pick five stars. "I sleep so deeply now that I actually look forward to going to bed!" Two layers of supportive, high-density foam, easy reversibility, and an under-$300 price tag make this pick a winner.

Nectar's cushy mattress has five—yes, five—distinct layers that come together for your best night of sleep ever. There's a cooling top layer, a weight-distributing layer, two support layers, and a shift-resistant layer that ensures you stay put throughout the night—and don't wake up with any weird muscle pains.

Everything about this option, from the latex foam filling to the cotton and wool quilted cover is all-natural, with a slew of certifications to prove it. Beyond the impressive materials list, it's also good at managing your pressure points and alleviating pain: "I have arthritis and back pain, and lying in bed has been the cause of some of my worst pain, to the point that I was sleeping in a recliner," writes one reviewer who chose the "firm" option. "I’m getting more sleep and waking up with less pain; not a miracle cure but I wasn’t expecting that."