If they have their own workout space at home or are just starting to build their own space or fitness wardrobe, fitness gift guides like this one have loads of ideas to choose from. These gifts can help your friends and family keep up their gym routines, build their home gyms, turn their office desk into a workout machine, and help them read up on their favorite sport. Gift your fitness lover friend an apple watch or gift your fitness freak friend a deep tissue muscle massager. Remember, it’s smarter to order sooner than later if you want your gifts to arrive before Christmas, so make sure you order your presents by December 15 or early due to the global supply chain crisis.
Here are 48 of the best fitness gifts for your active friends and family.
Walito Resistance Bands
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Big Bertha 40-Ounce Foam Roller Water Bottle
Who knew there was a water bottle that has a built-in foam roller? This is a perfect gift for the fitness freak in your life that loves to roll after a workout and with this water bottle, they have a two-in-one water bottle and foam roller. Photo: Nordstrom Where to buy: Nordstrom, $59.99
MAXTOP Large Crossbody Fanny Pack with 4-Zipper Pockets
Whoever is starting their fitness journey, the best tool to have is a small belt bag. If you want to go to the gym or on a hike, this is a perfect little bag to have that holds your phone, keys, and wallet so you don’t have to carry all those in your hands.
Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch
A Fitbit or Apple watch is essential for a person who likes to work out and wants to track their heart rate, listen to music, have an Alexa built-in, and have both sleep and swim tracking. Therefore if you know one of your friends doesn’t have one but works out a lot, this fitness tracker is the perfect gift.
Ultimate Gym Bag 2.0: The Durable Crowdsource Designed Duffel Bag with 10 Optimal Compartments Including Water-Resistant Pouch
If your friend is just starting to go to the gym help them out and get them a gym bag for all the essentials. This bag is perfect because there are 10 total compartments for easy organization, a dedicated shoe compartment, a hidden water-resistant pocket is for wet clothes and swimsuits, and has two water bottle holders.
Combat Corner S-Class Boxing Gloves for Men and Women
Portable Home Gym Workout Equipment with 12 Exercise Accessories
This portable home gym equipment is perfect to use in your living room, bedroom, or anywhere in your house without creating a whole room for a home gym. This equipment is perfect for a home workout and will work a lot of your muscles.
GoSweat Non-Slip Hot Yoga Towel
This yoga towel is perfect for hot yoga because it’s non-slip, it’s a microfiber towel that helps suck up moisture and dry fast in a hot sweat session. You can use it with or without a yoga mat underneath and it’s essential for a fitness lover of yoga.
Crossrope Jump Rope Get Strong Set
This cross rope jump rope trainer is perfect for training your body to become stronger, have more endurance, and help you burn fat fast. It also comes with a custom workout app that gives you access to hundreds of workouts with the cross rope.
Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones
These noise-canceling headphones are perfect for the gym as beats are known for having one of the best sound quality wireless headphones and they are great at noise canceling because they cover your whole ears and stay on through intense workouts.
Airpop Active Reusable Face Mask
This facemask is perfect if you have a friend or family member that travels to the gym for their workouts. Lots of gyms still have a mask mandate so if your friend has a gym with a mask mandate, this one is a perfect gift as it’s very breathable and has skin cooling technology so your face isn’t sweaty and hot under your mask.
Theragun Prime - Percussive Therapy Deep Tissue Muscle Treatment Massage Gun
For the fitness freaks that love a good and strenuous workout, this deep tissue muscle massager is the perfect gift to help post-workout recovery. They can help relieve tightness, tension, and knots in seconds, and that way when you wake up in the morning you won’t be as sore.
Bala Bangles
These ankle and wrist weights are perfect for adding a little something extra to your workout. You can wear them while working out, going shopping, or to the grocery store and get in a good workout while doing errands.
Release Milk Bath Vegan All Natural Coconut Milk & Rose Petals Bath Soak
After a long workout at the gym or at home, the best thing to do afterward is to take a warm shower or bath and relax. This milk and rose petal bath is perfect for skin hydration, calming relaxation, and will help you have a restful sleep.
Fitness Republic Solid Steel Dumbbell Rack Holder
Every at-home gym needs a good set of weights and this set is perfect for beginners who can work their way up from 3lbs to 12lbs. It also comes with a rack and holds up to 200 pounds if you need to replace smaller weights for heavier weights.
Ewedoos Women’s Yoga Pants with Pockets
BalanceFrom Wide Grip Kettlebell Exercise Fitness Weight Set
Kettlebells are perfect to add to your workout routine if you want to gain some muscle and tone your body. They are easy to hold and carry and are a great weight to use in your workouts.
GIMME Bands Thick Fit Hair Ties
If you are a woman with long hair you either are going to braid your hair back when you go to the gym or put your hair up in a ponytail, therefore you need some good hair ties that won’t fall out. These hair ties are perfect for the gym as they have a stronghold, no snagging, dents, or breakage. Winter is coming and that means you need a lightweight but warm jacket for working out outside and running. This puffer jacket, which is also in style, is perfect to use when going for a hike or a run outside.
Vibrating Massage Ball
Massage out all the kinks this winter with the ultimate therapy ball, the perfect yoga massage roller. This tiny device relives muscle tension and is perfect for the fitness fanatic.
TRENDOUX Winter Gloves for Men Women
If you are going out on a run or a hike in the Winter you also will need some good gloves. These winter gloves have touch screen technology, anti-slip silicone gel, and a thermal soft knit lining.
Withings Body+ - Digital Wi-Fi Smart Scale with Automatic Smartphone App
Track your fitness progress with this smart scale, which tracks calories, pounds lost, body fat and a host of other cool things, all via an app on your phone.
Bombas socks
With almost 1000 reviews with a 4.5 rating, these socks are a fan favorite. They are perfect socks for the gym as they have arch support for the foot and that can be beneficial when running or lifting weights.
High Protein Fitness Gift Snack Box
For those tracking their carb intake, keep them fueled with healthy protein-packed snacks with this great gift basket.
Women’s Health Men’s Health Indoor Cycling Exercise Bike
Within the past few years, at-home exercise bikes have become very popular. If your friend has been dying to get one, why not buy them one for Christmas. This cycling exercise bike has a silent belt drive, a 14 level magnetic resistance, and has Bluetooth smart connect with a tablet holder. RELATED: The 47 Best Yoga Gifts So You Can Namaste All Day
BRONAX Pillow Slippers for Women and Men
Orgain Organic Plant-Based Protein Powder
RUNNING GIRL Sports Bra for Women
One of the best workout pieces of clothing you will need is a good sports bra. This top-rated sports bra is perfect for working out and is a dupe for the expensive lulu lemon bras.
SPRI Hanging Exercise Mat
If you have an at-home gym but are in need of a good gym-quality mat for circuits? Look no further than this exercise mat that maintains its shape, is sturdy as a gym mat, has holes to be hung up and aired out, and has a dense, high-quality closed-cell foam.
ASICS Women’s Gel-Venture 7 Running Shoes
BALEAF Women’s Athletic Training Adjustable Strap One Piece Swimsuit Swimwear Bathing Suit
If you’re into swimming for exercise, you need a good swimsuit that won’t fall down or be uncomfortable. This one-piece bathing suit is perfect for swimming as it’s comfortable and has adjustable straps for every chest size.
Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack
If your method of exercise is hiking, then you’ll most likely need a good backpack that can carry your water, snacks, and any other essentials you might need on a hike. With a ventilated back panel with side vents, this backpack helps you maintain a comfortable fit and keep your back cool. It also has integrated rain cover technology so if it may rain, it keeps your belongings dry.
Champion - Ribbed Knit Cap
When hiking and running outside in the winter one of the worst pains you can get is from your ears being cold. Save yourself from that burning sensation by wearing a warm and soft hat that hill help protect your head and ears.
Seevy Cotton Pigment Dyed Low Profile Cap Hip-hop Baseball Cap Sun Hat
If you are running outside on a sunny day and don’t want the sun in your eyes, a baseball hat is a must. It also gives your outfit another accessory and brings some color to it as well.
Tuff Mutt Hands-Free Dog Leash for Running
If you know a friend who might want to do a workout with their furry friend then this leash is the perfect gift. With a waist-attached handle, you have a hands-free dog leash that gives you a good range of motion between you and your dog.
Ekouaer Women’s Athletic Golf Skorts Lightweight Skirt Pleated with Pockets for Running Tennis Workout
Own Your Morning: Reset Your A.M. Routine To Unlock Your Potential
Sometimes all you need is a push to workout from someone you know or don’t and this helpful book guide will teach you how to create personalized daily rituals that help you focus more on wellness and fitness and your goals.
NewMe Fitness Journal for Women & Men - Fitness and Nutrition Planner to Track Weight Loss, Muscle Gain, Gym, Bodybuilding Progress
When starting a workout routine and your fitness journey, you have to keep yourself accountable if you want to actually make a change to your body. Therefore, by having a daily personal health tracker journal, you can write down your progress every day and see where it takes you.
Kosas LipFuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm
OGX Refresh Revitalize Extra Strength Dry Shampoo
Gaiam Yoga Socks
If Yoga is your chosen form of exercise then these yoga socks are a must. They help you grip the floor and have open toes for breathable and comfortable airflow.
FULLSOFT Sweatpants for Women-Women’s Joggers with Pockets
After a good gym session, you most likely want to relax and get into some comfy clothes, especially in the winter. These number one rated sweatpants are comfy and soft joggers to wear after the gym and chill at home afterward.
NutriBullet Pro - 13-Piece High-Speed Blender
Before or after a workout you should be eating a lot of protein to give you the energy and nutrients you need while burning calories and toning muscle. One of the best ways you can do that, and most delicious by far, is by making a smoothie, and this NutriBullet Pro is perfect at making a smooth and blended smoothie.
UMAY Portable Treadmill with Foldable Wheels
Bring the treadmill inside your house with an easy and foldable treadmill you can use in any room. This floor treadmill has over 600 4.5 star reviews and can be used under a home office desk to get in your steps while you are working.
Cubii JR1 Seated Under Desk Elliptical Machine for Home Workout
Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager
The best thing after a hard workout is getting a massage. If you can’t afford to go out and get one, bring the massager to your home with this neck and back massager with soothing heat and electric deep tissue 3D kneading for body muscle pain relief.
Lululemon Align Tank Top
There’s a reason this cult-favorite tank from Lululemon sells out time and time again. From the perfect, seamless fit to the moldable fabric that doesn’t restrict you from movement, this cute tank has everything you need (support included) to get your flow on.
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