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19 Sporty Gifts For The Fitness Fanatic In Your Life

For your friend that's (still) always moving.

Updated: Feb. 20, 2024

Originally Published: November 27, 2020

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While 2020 has certainly limited just about everyone’s extracurricular activities, the concept of moving your body — and all of the benefits that come along with it — has remained a reliable option, and evolved in the process. Whether your friend has adapted to streaming their favorite yoga class, or discovered the truly restorative power of exploring their local trail, there are so many genuinely clever ways to gift your sportiest friend this year.

From enviable gear courtesy of brands like Outdoor Voices and Girlfriend to the classes from studios like Sky Ting and Barre3, and everything in between, there is no shortage of options.

Ahead, scroll through for 19 fitness-related gifts that you’ll actually want to give and receive, from a cool twist on a classic hiking boot to a small-apartment-approved workout machine.

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Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket

Free People

A breathable, lightweight, and packable puffer jacket that folds into its own pocket (!) to double as a convenient travel pillow.

OV put a limited edition spin on these classic Merrell hiking boots — designed to be comfortable, waterproof, and eco-friendly for whatever outdoor adventures you have in store.

$140

See on Outdoor Voices

Theragun mini

Theragun

The Theragun experience — pocket-sized. This mini-gadget was designed to deliver quality muscle treatment, whether you're sore from working out or slouching at your makeshift WFH station.

There is so much power in a one piece — especially when it's made sustainably, like this one made of recycled water bottles.

A topical, CBD cream that helps to revive and bring relief to sore muscles and joints, packed with a soothing blend of calendula, grapeseed oil, cacao butter, lavender and peony to fight inflammation (and smell great).

New York City Instagrammer's favorite workout is now virtual. Give the gift of one whole month of workouts, plus some cool, Sky Ting-approved merch.

For hikes and long walks and short walks, this Baggu fanny pack is a no-brainer for your friend that's always on the go.

To wear around the house, to play socially-distant tennis — the possibilities are endless with OV's Exercise Dress. Available in various solid colors and prints, each dress comes equipped with a built-in shorts liner and phone pocket.

$100

See on Outdoor Voices

42 Birds Cork Yoga Mat

Free People

A minimal, sustainable, and ultra-light yoga mat that delivers extra grip and won't slip.

$59

See on Free People

Beats Powerbeats Pro True Wireless In-Ear Earphones

Target

Designed specifically for athletes, these wireless, bluetooth earphones feature secure-fit earhooks customizable with various eartip options so that they'll stay in place no matter how hard (or fast) you go. More than just lightweight, these Beats earphones are sweat- and water-resistant, and deliver up to nine hours of listening time.

$250

See on Target

Nike Air Max 270 Premium Sneaker

Nordstrom

Can never go wrong with a strong, classic pair of Nikes.

For your fashion friend who reminds their Twitter followers to drink water regularly.

When it comes to at-home workout equipment, the DB Method Machine is one of the most accessible in terms of price, size, and ease. Designed to target your butt and strengthen your pelvic floor with repetitive squatting motions, the machine can also be used for full-body work, from arms to abdominal workouts. Plus, the machine folds down small enough to slide under your bed — a huge bonus for city living.

$229

See on The DB Method

Year Of Ours V-Waist Bike Short

Urban Outfitters

A cool switch up to your typical bike short. Complete the set with the brand's tennis-inspired Collared Bra Top ($79).

$77

See on Urban Outfitters

CORE PROPS KIT

Barre3

This core prop kit from Barre3 is an ideal bundle whether or not your friend streams to the workouts, complete with the brand's core ball, resistance band, set of two-pound weights, and core sliders, all in a convenient zip bag.

$45.50

See on Barre3

Saucony Triumph ISO 3 sneakers

Farfetch

This cool colorway of Saucony's Triumph ISO 3 style will liven up any run.

This face mask was designed to be used after a full week of workouts and/or weather changes, detoxing the skin from sweat, clogged pores, and irritation.

For your friend who was always at a different class every weekend pre-quarantine, give the same gift of flexibility virtually with a month of Classpass.

See on Classpass

This article was originally published on November 27, 2020