Perfect Gifts for Fitness Lovers
Skip the box of candy and pick up some cool gifts for the fitness lover in your life!
Picking out the perfect present can be a stressful experience no matter who the gift is for. Is it the correct size? Is it the right color? It’s enough to make even the professional shopper nervous. But there is a way to avoid all the worry and anxiety – consider giving the gift of health and fitness instead!
Here are the coolest gifts for the fitness lover in your life:
Pink iPod Nano – pretty as candy with zero calories
One of the greatest motivators for any workout — indoors or out — is music. The special-edition Apple iPod nano 8 GB Pink (3rd Generation)
Edible Arrangements Bouquet — head over heels for fruit
Instead of sending flowers, why not send a bouquet of beautifully sculpted fruit? The perfect gift for health and nutrition dévotées, these gourmet fruit arrangements come in a variety of sizes and assortments, and you can even get them partially dipped in chocolate for an extra treat (hey, a little bit of chocolate is good for the heart). Prices range from $45 to $200 depending on size. Available at www.ediblearrangements.com.
Nike+iPod — a personal trainer every step of the way
Ideal for runners, the Apple Nike + iPod Sport Kit for nano 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Generation
Book: Athlete’s Guide to Yoga — get flexible
Yoga can be extremely beneficial to endurance athletes, who tend to use the same muscles over and over again, causing them to become tight and imbalanced. This practical book eases the introduction to yoga for all athletes, with warm up & cool down routines, simple poses for target areas, and breath and meditation exercises. Price: $21.95 at www.huggermugger.com.
Yoga Mat & Bag Kit – perfect your position
Inspire your sweetie’s yoga practice with this nonslip yoga mat, available in Earth Meets Sky (Brown), Asian Blossom (Green) or Koi Fish (Orange). The mat comes with a matching embroidered bag made of 100% cotton, with pull-cord closure, zippered pocket and adjustable shoulder strap. Priced at $34 from www.gaiam.com. While you’re there, pick up some cute Toe Sox ($25 - $28) to help with balance and grip.
Massage Gift Certificate – focus on the sensual
Rising in practice and popularity, the gift of massage is a wonderful one! Scientific research shows that massage reduces heart rate, lowers blood pressure, relaxes muscles and improves range of motion, just to name a few benefits. Prices will vary depending on location; try this extensive Find a Massage Therapist locator to find a masseuse near you.
What’s on your wish list?
I love the Nano as a Valentines day gift (i’ll take the black one) and the edible arrangements is great too, flowers look and smell nice but you spend $100 on a bouquet and they get all nasty after 2 days. Valentines day is about showing someone you care and dead roses is not the way!
I like an FBM. That’s full body massage for those who are not in the know. And it’s free!!!!!!!!!! That really makes me feel loved. And it’s great for my sore muscles too. But if I had to choose a Nano, I guess it would have to be the black one too.
Yoga class packages or personal training sessions are another good idea for a fitness lover.
Personally, I think there’s nothing better than a healthy dinner cooked at home and a night together watching a movie and relaxing!
I love the whole fruit bouqet its soooo much better then having flowers sent. They alwasy die, this way with the fruit you can enjoy the gift and not watch them die….Yummy!!!!