6 Ideas for Giving the Gift of Fitness

This time of year can be overwhelming, to even the most organized planner. When you get right down to it, most people ultimately want to feel better, have more energy, and be healthy. If you’re struggling with what to give your friends and family for gifts this season, maybe you should consider something to help them toward their healthy goals. Here are 6 ideas to help you give the gift of health.

·      Fitbit: Fitness trackers are a wonderful way to keep motivated and stay on track during this busy time of year. You and your loved ones can connect through the easy-to-use app and challenge each other. One of the best motivators is being held accountable. This is a great way to get started on any fitness regime.

·      Resistance Bands: The best thing about this gift is that you can use it anywhere and you can take it anywhere. You don’t need a lot of space. If you buy a variety pack, you can ensure that your loved ones can start with a small amount of resistance or even challenge the strongest individual with the heavier weight bands. You can literally do any exercise with these fitness tools.  

·      Fitness Apparel: Whether they’re just starting out, or have a particular sport that they’re already involved in, your loved ones will appreciate this. You could buy running gloves, hats, or a ¼ zip athletic shirt to keep them warm during outdoor activities.

·      Stability Balls: These are extremely versatile. These can be used alone or in conjunction with other exercises to challenge balance and core. They can also be used in place of an office chair for improved core and posture. Typically they come with a sheet of exercises to get started.

·      Yaktrax: These can be vital tools in anyone’s fitness toolbox during the winter months. Sidewalks and streets can remain icy for days or weeks after a storm, making walking or running outside a treacherous endeavor. Get back out there and enjoy the outdoors!

·      Gift card to a fitness class or gym membership: Help them explore a new class or buy them a month at a gym they already belong to. Buy a punch card to a yoga class, golf lessons, or tennis lessons. Even better, sign up for classes together!

You can be more or less extravagant with any of these ideas, gifting home gym equipment or a new water bottle. No matter what, the person on the receiving end of your gift should feel grateful and loved, knowing that you put their best interest into your gift giving this year!