Holiday Fitness Gift Ideas

Fitness gift ideas

Christmas is just around the corner! Still looking for that last minute gift idea for the family member who is all about fitness? Perhaps you want to give a friend great gifts that will jump start their motivation to get in shape this coming year. Check out the top fitness gifts below:

Bracelets – Pedometers or route trackers are all the rage this year. Tracking your every move helps individuals see exactly how many calories they burn a day naturally, and how many steps they need to be adding in order to burn the number of calories they want. These are also fantastic non-aggressive gifts to give someone who may take offense at a gift designed to encourage their fitness goals.

Cameras – For serious runners who want to record their routes or races, cameras that can be mounted on head gear or a chest strap are ideal. They can be costly, however, running your Christmas bill up about $400.

Books – Books make great gifts for anyone on your list; the fitness buffs are no exception! Look for something new and different that the individual may not pick up on their own. Inspiration books, like our Daily Dose of Hitch Fit Inspiration is a fantastic choice for the competition bound and first-timers alike. This kind of gift lasts all year long. How-to guides on a recent trend, like Yogaltes, can also be an interesting choice for that friend or loved one. Letting them get a jump on the newest trend will be a fun and exciting way for them to jump into fitness.

Magazines – Fitness magazines are very non-intrusive and non-abrasive choices. Instead of choosing the latest “How to lose weight” guide, send your friend a subscription to Men’s Fitness or Shape Magazine. Interesting reading material can be just the thing they need to encourage their daily routine.

Video Game – In this modern age of technology, how could a video game not  be on a Christmas list? Wii Fit has been popular for a few years now, and is still a great idea for that awesome fitness gift. Other options can include virtual reality cycling, or a DVD of beautiful trails for the treadmill user. There are so many options in the electronic world of fitness.

Gear – Whether you are looking to give them jump ropes or socks, fitness gear is a must-have for anyone aspiring to get in shape. Winter runners especially will love to receive athletic socks to keep their feet warm, or some snazzy apparel to give them warm layers. Keep in mind the travelers on your list. Travel yoga mats are a great idea for the business man or woman who may not always have time to hit the local gym. A unique gift I saw this week came from lucy.com in the form of touch screen-friendly gloves! With the number of smart phones roaming the earth, these would be ideal for anybody.

Personal Trainers – Know somebody who wants to begin a program, but isn’t sure where to start? Online Personal Trainers are the perfect option, giving the individual the ease of training with their own trainer whenever and wherever they need. Hitch Fit is the perfect stop for the person on your list in need of fitness with a personal touch.

This is just a small list, but should get your creative juices flowing in time for the big day. Find anything particularly unique for the fitness buff on your list? Feel free to share! We could always use more ideas.

Happy Holidays, Hitch Fit readers!