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It doesn’t matter if you’re shopping for the friend who’s been sporty since birth or the person who has only recently found their love of fitness, this list has you covered.
1. For the Runner
Coeuspow Sports Running Armband
This running/exercise band fits securely around your upper arm with a durable and sweat proof material, all while safely holding your iPhone and house key.
Price: $5.99
2. For the One Who Works Out More Than They Shower
Batiste Dry Shampoo
This gift is definitely not an insult. Totalbeauty.com voted Batiste Dry Shampoo as “the best dry shampoo” in 2015. Its purpose is to make your hair feel refreshed even after a tough workout. So, pack this in your bag and you’ll be set for a workout before or after class.
Price: $7.99
3. For the Healthy Eater
Spiral Vegetable Spiralizer
For the person who likes to try new things and experiment in the kitchen, this spiralizer helps to turn vegetables into noodles for a healthy take on pad Thai, spaghetti and more.
Price: currently on sale for $9.99
4. For the Protein Shake Lover
FSU Blender Bottle
Rep Florida State next time you take a sip from your drink with the world’s #1 bestselling shaker cup.
Price: $12.99
5. For The Person on the Go
Contigo Autoseal Kangaroo Water Bottle
Not only does this water bottle come with a lifetime guarantee, but it also has a pocket built in to hold your cash and a key. With this, you’ll never have to use a locker at the Leach or FMC again.
Price: $13.99
6. For The One Who Means Business
Adidas Fighter Headband Pack
Cause when a girl tightens her ponytail during a workout, you know it’s about to get serious.
Price: $14.00
7. For the Goal Getter
Fitinpiration Journal
This journal keeps you motivated while tracking your health and wellness tactics for the week. It also give you space to doodle, journal gratitude and set daily goals.
Price: $16.95
8. For The One Who is Trying to Avoid Next Day Soreness
Trigger Point Grid Mini Foam Roller
This foam roller allows the person to massage sore muscles and relieve tension after a long and/or hard workout. It’s also the perfect size to transport and store in your workout bag or locker.
Price: $19.99
9. For the Music Junkie
Skull Candy Chops Bud
Almost everyone loves listening to music while working out, which makes these headphones the perfect present. Not only are they sweat resistant, but they also have an over-ear adjustable hanger so that the headphones are secured to your ear.
Price: $19.99
10. For the Heavy Lifter/Coffee Lover
This graphic muscle tee is bound to make a couple of fitness junkies wish they had this in their workout closet.
Price: $26.00
11. For the Hungry Yogi
“After This We’re Getting Pizza” Yoga Mat
This yoga mat is super cute and everyone will be asking you where you got it. What’s not to like?
Price: $32.00
12. For the Cyclist
CitySeat Bike Seat Covers
Ride in style with this decorative, functional and comfortable bike seat cover.
Price: $35
13. For the One Who Brings Everything to the Gym
Adidas Squad III Duffel Bag
With storage for your shoes and even your water bottle, this roomy Adidas duffel bag has a place for everything and then some. It also comes with a lifetime warranty.
Price: $45
14. For the Trendy Gym Goer
Subscription to FabFitFun or Fabletics
As seen in magazines such as Shape, Self, and Glamour, these two subscription services focus their products on the fitness-orientated female consumer. Fabeltics has monthly sales and FabFitFun often gives customers full-sized items for more than 75% off the original cost. Both are amazing ecommerce retailers for the dedicated fitness guru.
Price: $49.99 +
15. For the Fitness Tracker
FitBit Flex 2 + accessories
Even though this FitBit is on the pricier side, it has key features such as all day activity, auto sleep tracking, call/text notifications, smart track and more.
Price: $99.95 +
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