Fitness Gifts They'll Actually Use

With the holidays upon us, there are no doubt people on your list, maybe seniors eager to shape up, who swear 2020 is the year they will finally achieve their fitness goals with a new workout regime, possibly with a few fitness accessories. You can support them in achieving their goals with the gift of fitness. The following are some great ideas for both the fitness lovers on your list and those who plan to become a fitness lover in 2020.

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Price: $50 at Target
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Working out in silence is just not fun. For those new to working out, it may be tempting to forgo the headphones, as the cords can get tangled or, worse, catch on equipment. Eliminate this problem with the gift of wireless earbuds. There are tons of options to choose from ranging from pricey to affordable. If your budget doesn't allow for $160 Apple AirPods, consider the sweat-resistant JBuds Air True Wireless Signature Earbuds from Target for $50.

Price: $30 from Backcountry
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It seems like a weird gift, but a good water bottle is a necessity when embarking on a workout program. If you aren't well hydrated your body just won't perform as it needs to. The Hydro Flask water bottles is BPA-free, and the exterior has a sweat-free powder coat finish to prevent slipping.

Price: $15 a month and up from ClassPass
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The gift of a month on Classpass is a great option for someone just jumping into their fitness journey. This innovative app will load credits and allow them to use those credits at all different gyms and studios in their area. This is the perfect opportunity to try out all different kinds of workouts to help them explore what they like and don't like when it comes to working out. After a month they can decide to keep the app and reload it themselves, or join a gym or studio they really liked.

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Price: $7 from Amazon
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If you have someone on your list just getting into fitness, they are likely to reach for a recovery powder drink or a protein shake. Help them out by getting them a shaker bottle. These bottles are perfect for blending most drinks (or for drinking smoothies) thanks to the wide mouth. These bottles come in multiple colors and sizes, too.

Price: $29 from Amazon
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If someone on your list is embarking on a new weightlifting journey, it's a good idea to help them get started. While they may plan to utilize a gym, having a small set of free weights handy at home is a good idea for those days the gym trip just doesn't happen. You can get fairly priced free weights on Amazon like this set that starts at $29 and comes in multiple weight sizes with a stand to store them.

Price: $35 from Amazon
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Anyone new to working out will soon discover that kettlebell workouts are a great way to get in shape, but storing them at home takes up space and, if you're traveling, they aren't always at hotel gyms and are too heavy to pack. Offer your fitness-obsessed friend the Kettle Gryp. It's a one-pound grip that can turn most standard weights into a kettlebell for a focused workout. While you may still want to buy kettlebells for your home gym, this is a solution for travelers and small apartment dwellers.

Price: $137 from Amazon
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To stay on track and hit those fitness goals, the gift of a fitness tracker is perfect for that athlete or newbie gym rat on your list. The Fitbit Charge 3 has more than 15 exercise modes from yoga to running, allows you to set goals, and even monitors your snoozing after a big workout, measuring how much time is spent in light, deep, and REM sleep stages.

Price: $14 from Walmart
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A jump rope is a great gift for anyone that is wanting to get moving or that is already a fitness buff. It's affordable and delivers the ability to complete a quick cardio workout virtually anywhere. The EverGrip jump rope is adjustable for users of any height, and the ball-bearing rotation offers extra speed. The hollow handles have removable weights to add upper body training to your cardio workout, too.

Price: $12 from Target
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Resistance bands are a great alternative to lifting weights. They are easy to store for at home workouts or to take on the road. Because they respond to your muscle strength regardless of how fit you are (or aren't), resistance bands make a great gift for someone new to working out. These come with light, medium, and heavy resistance bands, and come with a downloadable exercise guide.

Price: $34 from Amazon
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There is no doubt that someone new to working out is going to be sore. Help them get some relief and roll out those sore muscles with a foam roller. The TriggerPoint Grip foam roller is $34 and comes in multiple color options. Its 13-inch size makes it easy to store away, and comes with instructional videos so they can learn how to roll out each muscle group.

Price: $78 from Lululemon
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Whether your new workout buddy plans to hit the gym or workout at home a good mat is a must have. It comes in handy for yoga classes, at home yoga classes, and any workout that requires floor activities. There are tons of yoga mats on the market, but we like this one that has extra padding and support for your hips and knees from Lululemon starting at $68.

Price: $16 from Amazon
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For your friend that wants to try yoga in the new year, a yoga mat is a great gift, but so is a yoga mat strap. This will help them carry their mat to and from the gym with ease while keeping it neatly rolled up. This one from Amazon is $11 and even has a pocket to hold a few personal belongings. All your newbie yoga practicioner needs is a mat and this carrier, and they're all set.

Price: Starting at $10 from Walmart
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An exercise ball provides multiple ways to workout, whether the fitness newbie uses it for multiple killer ab workouts or as a replacement for their desk chair, allowing core work throughout the day This one from Athletic Works comes with its own pump, and here are multiple colors and sizes.

Price: $8 from Hanes
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Moisture wicking technology in workout wear is essential to a good workout and post workout. The synthetic fibers absorb sweat as it happens and dry quickly for post workout comfort. You can splurge on name brand moisture wicking workout clothes from the likes of Nike or Under Amour, but cheaper versions like this performance shirt from Hanes deliver the same results and make great gifts for the exercise fanatics in your life.

Price: $7 from Target
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Need a nice little stocking stuffer for the workout buff in your life? Try these sweat-proof, crease-proof hair ties. For $7 you can get a box of three hair ties that will make working out so much easier on the hair.

Price: $6 from Walmart
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For those trying to squeeze a workout in on their lunch break, a good dry shampoo will go a long way in saving time after an intense workout. Batiste adds the perfect refresh to your hair after a sweaty workout by bulking up strands for a refreshed look.

Price: $24 from Amazon
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Muscles that are overworked can get very sore, and that's especially true for someone new to working out. Help relieve sore muscles with the gift of a good bath soak. Try this soak of magnesium salt flakes The flakes offer better absorption than plain magnesium salt, which will aide sore muscles faster.

Price: $20 from Amazon
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A holiday just isn't complete without someone getting a funny pair of socks, but these come chock full of serioues benefits for runners, too. These socks are anti-blister, moisture wicking, anti-odor, and have a seamless toe, plus they're fun. How can you go wrong?

Price: $24 and up from Amazon
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For those people in you life who plan to jump right in to working out on January 1, it will be cold in most locations for outdoor workouts. A good sports cap or running gloves will help ease the chill. These Adidas Fort 4 Gloves are ideal for outdoor runners thanks to touch screen compatibility and a hidden pocket for keys.

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