The holidays are right around the corner. Is there a special someone you are needing a gift for? I bet this person spends all their time at the gym, running, or playing sports. In honor of the holidays, I have chosen a few  fitness-inspired gifts ideas for your special someone to unwrap this season. It might feel like sometimes this person already has everything but maybe not! Let’s take a peek inside these gift boxes and see what we can find.

TRACKERTRACKER

Fitness trackers are one of the most popular items this year for fitness goo-roos. They can track the miles you walked that day, the calories they burned, or even alarm them to get moving and stay fit. Something newly remarkable about these trackers is that some require users to plug in the wristband to sync the data to iphone users to track their daily improvements. How COOL! Maybe you can buy one with the Bluetooth powered wireless syncing system. In addition to the armband monitor, it measures quantity of sleep and physical activity (not to mention tons of other metrics like steps taken, calories burned, and the quality of sleep and activity).There is also an  online manager with an easy-to-use food log and charts that show weight changes and calorie balance!

EARBUDS EARBUDS

Ear buds are made with the athlete in mind. They’re lightweight, cordless, and have enhanced microphones for easy listening even with added base for background beat music. Their secure fit helps the buds stay in place inside your ear and remain comfortable even during high-intensity exercise such as cardio running on a treadmill. The on-ear controls allow the user to manage volume and pick up calls without getting tangled in a cord like some head phones.

SCALE SCALE

“While a standard body scale is significantly less expensive, it’s features pale in comparison to the comprehensive Withings Scale. This scale measures far more than body weight including heart rate, body composition, and carbon dioxide levels in the air. Even cooler, this scale helps users set goals and targets to keep users on track with their weight loss journey (McDermott).”

BODYROLLER BODYROLLER

Ever heard of a foam roller? They are very commonly used in therapy institutes for when athletes injure themselves. They are great with helping to relieve tension within the muscles as well as stretching out ligaments. With interchangeable balls to hit specific points of pressure, the AccuRoller massage stick promotes muscle recovery after hitting the pavement or logging time at the gym. Some of today’s recently released rollers have nylon straps that also help when it’s time to get a deep stretch inn.

 

FITNESS VIDEO FITNESS VIDEO

Listening and watching influential people in health and fitness can really help you achieve your goals. For example, intense 25-minute workout series videos are made up of interval training or extra muscle strength and calorie burning.

“One of the most top rated workout systems, the Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is a 90-day system with a focus on weight loss. With 15 DVDs plus bonuses including a fitness guide, customizable meal plan, recipes, menus, and resistance cable, this is the perfect gift for those who want to give working out at home a try. One muscle group at a time, repeated five days per week (McDermott).”

WORKOUT SOCKS WORKOUT SOCKS

  Available in both men’s and teen sizes, a three-pack of quick-dry socks are extra cushioned to protect the heals from chafing, and toes from runner’s toes, that nasty condition where toes get bruised and beat up from too much pressure and irritation inside a shoe. The embedded arch tab keeps socks snug for a comfortable fit and can help with extra support during your cold workout session. (McDermott)

 RUNNING GLOVES RUNNING GLOVES

Running gloves are great for the upcoming holiday season. They are soft and warm! These moisture-wicking running gloves are touch screen-compatible to change songs and check in on mileage mid-run. The gloves also feature a thermal reflective lining which helps keep the fleece even warmer during your outside jog. Forget those cold shaky runners’ hands and get warm this season with running gloves. (McDermott)

GEAR BEANIE GEAR BEANIE

Frostbit ears are a disaster waiting to happen when the snow comes your way. Many men love to participate in outdoor snow sports once the weather presents itself for such. Snowboarders, runners, skiers and all outdoor adventurers, having a  fleece hat keeps everyone warm with soft, water-repelling material that helps retain body heat and keep the head nice and dry.

What holiday gift will you get for your Gym Guy?

 

http://greatist.com/fitness/holiday-gift-guide-fitness-buffs

 

Alexandria Cummines

(Student at Old Dominion University)

(Fitness Model and Military Spouse)

 

RESOURCES

McDermott, Nicole. “The Essential Holiday Gift Guide for Fitness Buffs.” Greatist Greatist.com, 4 Dec. 2013.

Web. 20 Nov. 2014.