Do you have a friend who has recently gotten on the fitness band wagon? Sometimes, it can be hard to shop for these friends since you want to encourage their fitness habit, but not sure what they may already have or what they do not yet need. Personally, I find newbie fit friends to be some of the most fun to shop for! They are so excited about this new fitness world and everything in it can be their oyster. Here are a few of my absolute favorite purchases for that friend who has just gotten into fitness!
1. Foam Rollers ($63.54) These are like the Cadillac of foam rollers. They will last forever, has varying width and densities for a full massage feel, and has less foam than most other rollers. At $63.54, this is also something that most fit friends will not splurge on for themselves.
2. Foot Messager ($39.00) Anyone who has run in old shoes or farther than you planned that week probably knows the pain of sore feet and the dreaded plantar facialis where your arch feels sore and tight all the time. This massager will remove that foot pain and leave warm fuzzies in it's place!
3. Ohm Necklace ($46.00) When I started getting more into yoga the hubs got me a lotus bracelet. This little thing made me feel so special as a person and as a yoga enthusiast. The lotus bracelet is still one of my favorite pieces and the thought behind it inspires me to do my best whenever I see it. A little something that shows we notice hard work can mean a lot more than all the expensive things in the world.
4. Lululemon Beanie ($38.00) This beanie can be worn while exercising as a way to stay warm, or, as a needed accessories in these cold winter months. Don't you just love things with multiple purposes? I know I do! The whole super cute aspect does not hurt either ;)
5. Fitbit Flex ($95.00) If your friend/family member/ person you met that one time at the gym does not have this, it is your duty as a friend to get it for them (or tell them to get it) right away! Fitbits are the best things ever for people just starting their fitness trek. Not only do they measure steps, stairs, and calories, they inspire people to move and exercise far more than said people usually would. Don't believe me, read this.
6. Stronger Bracelet ($25.00) Just like the Ohm Necklace, this bracelet can give your friends warm fuzzies and inspire them to stick to their fitness goals. I also love the engraving, stronger than yesterday because really, isn't that what we all aim for in everything.
7. Blue Apron ($59.95/box) There are two reasons Blue Apron is on this list. The first being that most of the time, being fit goes hand-in-hand with eating healthy. A week or so of Blue Apron boxes will ensure healthy eating (for a few meals, anyway) and also give plenty of cooking ideas, tips, and tricks along the way. And, if you are a Blue Apron customer already, this could be the least expensive gift yet. Each BA member gets five free boxes to share with friends and family. Go on, spread the love!
8. Polar Heart Rate Monitor ($53.50) It is my honest belief that everyone who works out should wear a heart rate monitor. These will take workouts from grasping at straws in the dark to a complete understanding of how one's body works best. The Polar HRM's are a great intro option since they are inexpensive and easy to set up. The FT4 was my first HRM and lasted me 18-months!
9. Polk Headphones ($53.49) Good headphones are a must when jogging or doing any other single person workout. These Polk inner ear headphones have a sweat-proof design, interchangeable cords, and an Apple friendly remote option. Yes, I would say these are a pretty great gift!
10. Lululemon Reflective Head Band ($16.00) Nothing says you care more than giving someone something that will help keep them alive. This head band from Lululemon serves that purpose in two ways. One, it is harder to get hit, bumped into, or overlooked when you run with reflective gear. Two, headbands keep hair and sweat out of ones face thus making it harder to trip and fall. Yes, this is $16 of pure love and care.
