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The 25+ Best Fitness Gifts to Give Someone Who Never Misses a Workout
From gifts for runners to presents for someone who's feeling a little sore after leg day, we’ve compiled a few of the coolest gift ideas for the active person in your life
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December 1, 2023
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Working out at home has never been more popular, and it’s easier than ever to find cool products to upgrade your fitness routine — and even someone else’s. If you’re looking for the best fitness gifts, you have a lot to choose from online, from exercise bikes to workout headphones. If you’re not sure where to start your workout gear shopping, we have you covered with a list of the best fitness gifts for everyone in your life this season (yourself included).
Of course, when you’re trying to choose the right gift, it’s always a good idea to ask yourself how the person you’re buying it for is going to use it, along with the kinds of active things they love to do the most. Do they run every day? Do they like to hike? Are they on a first-name basis with their digital trainer? Do they love bodyweight workouts or ones that call for weights? The good news: You won’t have to search too long for fitness products that check all the boxes.
Our list is made up of editors’ picks from a combination of gadgets we’ve already tested and incorporated into our own fitness routines, or fan-favorite gear that consistently gets top reviews (hello, Bala Bangles).
So whether you’re buying a last-minute Christmas gift, a stocking stuffer, or you’re treating yourself to a new piece of gear, you’ll find something great in this gift guide. From the best gifts for runners to the top presents for someone whose legs are feeling a little too sore, we’ve compiled a few of the coolest fitness gift ideas to give the active person in your life.
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Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike
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For the person in your life who can’t get enough of cycling workouts, you won’t find a cooler fitness gift than the Original Peloton Bike. Peloton changed the indoor cycling game when it hit the scene, and now it’s finally available to buy directly on Amazon. It’s easy to see why it’s one of the most popular exercise bikes around, and the cyclist on your list will love using it all year long for high-energy cardio workouts and casual rides alike.
The Peloton comes with a 22-inch touchscreen where you can access live and on-demand workouts (just don’t forget to get them a separate Peloton All-Access Membership along with the bike). Pro tip: Gift them the complete package, and throw in a bike mat to place underneath their new Peloton in their home gym. Bonus: You can get it shipped to your house in time for the holidays thanks to Amazon Prime’s shipping.
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Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell
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For the active person on your list who doesn’t have a ton of square footage, you can’t go wrong gifting them this Bowflex adjustable kettlebell. It’s a must-have for HIIT workouts and core-strengthening routines alike. Better yet, it replaces up to six different kettlebells, and makes it easy to switch between 8, 12, 20, 25, 35, and 40 pounds with the turn of a dial.
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Apple Watch Series 9
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The new Apple Watch Series 9 takes your giftee’s health tracking to the next level. The water-friendly 45mm smartwatch has built-in cellular and GPS so they can track their riding routes and send texts to their friends when they’re on the go and away from their phone. You can also track your blood oxygen levels, as well as get notifications when you’ve got an irregular hearth rhythm. Put simply, it’s the ultimate smartwatch to gift for any occasion — at least until Apple makes its next move.
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lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag
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Whether you’re heading out for a run or to the gym, you’ll need a place to store essentials — like your wallet and your keys. Might we suggest, instead of opting for a duffel bag or backpack, the Everywhere Belt Bag from lululemon? As the name suggests, you really can haul this bag everywhere you go and wrap it across your body or around your waist for easy access on the go. It comes in an array of stylish colors, plus has an easy snap belt closure. It also boasts a water-repellent fabric, plus a zippered pocket to keep your goods safe and secure when you’re on the move.
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
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There’s no shortage of excellent workout earbuds on the market, but if you really want to wow the person you’re buying for this year, get them Apple’s latest earbuds: the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen). The reason? They sound incredible in the gym with active noise cancellation and personalized spatial audio. They also boast a long-lasting battery life (30 hours with the charging case), a sweat-resistant design built for the gym, and multiple sizes of ear tips so they’ll always fit.
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Eight Sleep Pod
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Serious fitness buffs know that hours snoozing is just as imporant as their HIIT routine when it comes to fitness, and the Eight Sleep Pod Cover will help your giftee hit their sleep goals.
The Pod’s high-tech mattress cover uses a “Temperature Autopilot” system to set the perfect temp for your bed throughout the night while you dream away (it ranges from 55 degrees Fahrenheit to 110 degrees). You can also manually adjust the cover’s temperature in the app if you want.
Like a body-sized fitness wearable, this cover can also provide them with a hefty amount of biometric tracking, using discreet sensors to monitor a whole slew of metrics including sleep disturbances, heart rate, and respiratory rate — all without wearing a bulky watch to sleep.
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Vuori Canyon Insulated Vest
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You might know Vuori best for its well-loved athletic shorts and cozy sweatpants. But when it comes to gearing up for the colder months ahead, the Canyon Insulated Vest makes a great gift for the person who never misses a run or a morning hike — even when the temps dip. The machine-washable vest features a front zipper, an interior chest pocket and hand pockets, plus plenty of insulation to keep your core warm during the wintertime.
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The Cold Plunge
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It’s safe to say this is literally the coolest gift you can give this year: the Cold Plunge, a personal pool anyone can fill up with a hose and sit in for post-workout recovery. We named it one of the best cold plunge pools for good reason, and it’s a must-have for the serious athlete who wants to relieve pain and minimize stress at home. It comes with a UV sanitation system, built-in lights for nighttime use, plus its own insultated cover to maintain that ice bath-like temperature.
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Theragun Mini
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If you’re looking for a massage tool gift that’s a little more portable for your friend, partner, or family member, try the Theragun Mini. It’s a smaller version of the brand’s other massage devices that fits right in your hand, so you can easily store it away when not in use or take it with you in a bag for trips. It’s built with three speeds so you can find the right massage level to soothe your muscles post-workout or after a day of hiking or snowboarding. It’s the gift that keeps on massaging — it can run for 150 minutes before it needs charged again.
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Bala Bangles
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One of the best fitness stocking stuffers to gift this year, Bala Bangles help the active person on your list take their resistance up a notch. They’ll get two soft silicone loops to wear on their wrists or ankles during yoga, boxing, pilates, or whichever workout they prefer to add a barely-there challenge to their routine. Available in a variety of colors and in 1 or 2 pounds.
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Nike Club Fleece Running Hoodie
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Whether they’re training for a race or just heading out to run a few miles around the block, they’ll appreciate this Nike Club Fleece Running Hoodie. It has a semi-brushed exterior fleece that feels smooth to the touch, plus a “slight fuzzy” interior. Consider it a go-to versatile layer for workouts and recovery days.
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Beats Powerbeats Pro Earbuds
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The Powerbeats Pro earbuds from Beats boast a 24-hour battery life with the included charging case, a sweat- and water-resistant construction to withstands your toughest workouts, plus secure earhooks that make sure they don’t fall out of your ears when you’re in the middle of a lift. The bottom line: The fitness-obsessed person in your life will never leave for the gym without ’em.
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Adidas Shower Slides
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Footwear can be notoriously tough to gift, but if you’re stumped on what to give this year, a pair of Adidas slides are a no-brainer for anyone on your list. They come with a cushioned EVA outsole that feel comfortable to wear for long stretches of time, plus a fast-drying upper. We also like that they’re easy to slip on and take off when you’re at the gym or at the beach.
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Alo Warrior Yoga Mat
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If they love yoga, they’re going to need a sweat-wicking, slip-resistant, PVC-free yoga mat, like this stylish pick from Alo. It weights about 8 pounds, and measures 6.2 x 2.2 feet. It’s fit for beginners and pros alike who want a reliable mat to dive deeper into their practice.
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HigherDose Infrared Sauna Blanket
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The best fitness gifts go well beyond gym equipment and workout earbuds. Gift the fitness fan something to help them unwind and relax their muscles after a long run or afternoon at the gym with this HigherDose infrared sauna blanket. It features a handheld controller, multiple adjustable heat settings, and can reach up to 150 degrees Fahrenheit so they can get their own at-home sweat session whenever they want. It’s like the gift of a spa experience right in their own living room.
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Open Mindfulness Studio
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One of the coolest digital subscriptions of the year, Open offers guided classes for everything from meditation, breathwork, yoga and Pilates that’s all part of what the brand calls its “mindfulness studio for everyone.”
Courses range from anywhere between five to 30 minutes, and you can even join live classes with other Open members virtually — almost like you’re all taking it together in person. Monthly subscriptions start at $20 each month or $150 annually (which includes a 14-day free trial).
Along with being a great fitness gift for the person who already has everything, it’s also perfect for the music lover — we’ve taken breathwork classes featuring music by indie bands and artists like Hiss Golden Messenger, plus original music recorded by some of Open’s own teachers. Whether you want to chill out after a long day or you need a boost of energy, Open’s the best digital experience to try right now.
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Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells
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Sure, the person on your shopping list might love working out at home, but they might not necessarily have all the space in the world to own a complete set of dumbbells. If that’s the case, gift them this pair of adjustable dumbbells from Bowflex. It includes a two-month JRNY membership free trial to get the most out of your virtual workouts, and the dumbbells can adjust from 5 pounds up to 52.5 pounds. They’re an ideal fit for anyone looking to add some strength training to their routine without sacrificing space in their home.
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Hyperice Hypervolt Go Massage Device
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Hyperice makes some of the ultimate massage therapy devices for muscle recovery around. That includes its Hypervolt Go device, which is a great fitness gift for the person on your list who could use a massage.
You can use to target sore muscles before or after workouts or a long day sitting at work. With a 2.5-hour battery runtime, it can help relieve tight areas using three different speed settings with the press of a button. Best of all, it’s fully portable, so anyone can use it at home or take it on the road. (Want to know more? Check out our Hyperice Hypervolt Go review.)
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Ten Thousand Interval Shorts
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Look, we’re not claiming workout shorts can officially get you in shape, but if they did, they’d probably look something like Ten Thousand’s Interval Shorts, which are some of our favorite workout shorts we’ve ever tested.
With both standard and zipped pockets that keep your essentials from falling out, they’re great for everything from squats to cardio warmups and more.
Choose from ones with or without a built-in liner and pick your inseam and color, and you’re set with some of the most stylish and comfortable workout shorts you could ever need.
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Tempo Studio
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One of the best fitness systems you can buy is one of Tempo’s bundles. It’s built with a storage cabinet and everything from weight plates and a barbell to dumbells, a heart rate monitor and even an exercise mat, so you have everything you need to do any workout. What sets Tempo apart from other options is how it can help you adjust your form during exercises with its built-in sensors. It’s like your trainer’s right there with you during your workouts so you’re still getting the advice you need while you’re at home.
Once you activate your Tempo membership, you can choose from both live or recorded strength and HIIT classes, to ones focused on mobility and recovery.
Tempo is available in three different models, including the Tempo Starter, Tempo Plus, and Tempo Pro.
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NordicTrack Rowing Machine
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They already have a fitness bike and a treadmill, so why not get them a rowing machine? Rowers are a great addition to any home gym, and they’re one of our favorite machines for switching up our cardio workouts. The RW600 from NordicTrack includes a 10-inch smart touchscreen so you can join fitness classes, including ones where the trainer can automatically up your rower’s resistance.
Don’t worry about it taking up too much room in your house or apartment: You can fold it in half when you’re done rowing and need more floor space.
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Brazyn Morph Bravo Collapsible Foam Roller
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We like using foam rollers on our sore legs and back before and after workouts and throughout the work week. This 15-inch roller from Brazyn lets the person you’re buying for this year roll wherever they go thanks to its collapsible design that folds up flat like a laptop. In other words, it’s one of the best travel-friendly foam rollers you’ll find.
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ProForm Pro 9000 Treadmill
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Whether they want to do sprints or take a cardio workout class, this ProForm treadmill features iFit-hosted classes you can access on the Pro’s 22-inch high-definition touchscreen. Below its screen, the tread has a fan to keep you cool, and you can sync up your Bluetooth earbuds to hear your on-screen trainer. Think it’s too big of a gift to give? Think again — the Pro 9000’s SpaceSaver feature lets you fold the treadmill together when you’re not running.
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Tempo Move
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A do-it-all workout system in a sleek package? A piece of gear that lets you stream workouts and one that comes with all the weights you need for a full-body sweat session? Look no further than the Tempo Move.
The connected workout unit pairs your phone to your TV, letting you stream workouts on your screen like Tempo’s bundle units do. It offers in-the-moment feedback during routines ranging from yoga to HIIT, which are all led by professionals. It’s just like exercising with your trainer in the gym, only you never have to leave your house to do it.
The Move helps keep weights organized with its storage cabinet that can fit in any corner of your living room or gym. There’s even storage for your dumbbells in the back of the unit, with a lid that flips open when you want to stow them away after a workout. The front fabric cover slides open and shut, and you can easily access the smart plates you need, depending on the workout you choose for the day.
The detachable Core docking port on top of the Move makes it easy to connect the Tempo to any TV around your house, too, meaning you can fit in a workout anywhere you go without moving the entire system.
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Manduka Yoga Mat Pro
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Everyone needs a high-quality exercise mat, whether they’re doing ab workouts or yoga. We love this mat from Manduka for being comfortable and not overly stretchy when we’re doing yoga, but it’s one of our favorite all-around mats for every type of workout.
It’s a thicker mat and weighs under 8 pounds for the 85-inch mat, but it stays flat and doesn’t fold up on the ends as much as others we’ve tested.
It’s available in 71, 79, and 85 inches and comes in six colors. (The mat also includes a lifetime guarantee when it’s shipped from and sold by Amazon.)
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TriggerPoint Vibrating Foam Roller
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Whether you’re shopping for a runner or a lifter, if they don’t have a foam roller yet, you can’t go wrong with TriggerPoint’s Grid Vibe Plus. It includes all the recovery benefits of foam rolling in addition to four different vibration settings.
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