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The 50 Best Fitness Gifts for Your Fittest Friends

From recovery tools, to home gym additions, to the best fitness trackers.

Headshot of Gabrielle HondorpBy Gabrielle Hondorp
the best gifts for your fittest friends
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Fitness junkies are often the kind to buy whatever will make their workout better, harder, and more efficient—but that doesn't mean that there aren't still gaps in their gear collection. From recovery tools, to home gym additions, to the best fitness trackers, we have gathered up some of the best fitness gifts that can be added to anyone's daily routine. From beginner to gym rat, there is something here that will help everyone along on their individual fitness journey.

Whether you are buying for an upcoming birthday, or are getting a head start on your holiday shopping, check our some of the best fitness gifts below, and many are products that we use ourselves.

Looking for something run-specific? Check out our top gifts for runners.

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Best for Relaxation

Dr Relief Acupressure Mat

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Acupressure Mat
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Best for Relaxation

Dr Relief Acupressure Mat

Now 29% Off
$25 at Amazon$30 at Walmart

This mat may be uncomfortable at first, but it can help speed up recovery, reduce stress, and improve circulation for that special fitness fanatic in your life. They can lay on it on different parts of their body or even stand on it while they work.

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Best for Meditation

Hyperice Core

Core
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Best for Meditation

Hyperice Core

This little gadget uses guided meditations and vibrations to help gym junkies find their zen. It even tracks stress and progress overtime, and has everything from breathing exercises, to daily meditations, to meditations specifically for athletes.

3
Track Workouts

Cossac Fitness Journal & Workout Planner

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Fitness Journal & Workout Planner
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Track Workouts

Cossac Fitness Journal & Workout Planner

Now 47% Off

They can always track their workouts digitally, but there is something so satisfying about taking the time to write them out after completion. This one has 140 days of tracking, and it comes in a pack of two, so you can either set someone up for a year, or keep one for yourself!

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Best Foam Roller

Trigger Point Performance GRID Foam Roller

GRID Foam Roller
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Best Foam Roller

Trigger Point Performance GRID Foam Roller

This is a great intro to foam rolling. It isn't too hard, but it's firm enough to reach your deep muscle tissue.

5
For Protein Fanatics

Ice Shaker 26-Ounce Shaker Bottle

26-Ounce Shaker Bottle
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For Protein Fanatics

Ice Shaker 26-Ounce Shaker Bottle

There's nothing worse than drinking a warm protein drink. This bottle keeps your drink cold all day with double insulation, and has an attached agitator that won't move around while you drink it.

6
Best Ankle Weights

Bala Bangles Adjustable Wearable Wrist & Ankle Weights

Adjustable Wearable Wrist & Ankle Weights
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Best Ankle Weights

Bala Bangles Adjustable Wearable Wrist & Ankle Weights

These wrist and ankle bracelets are great for enhancing workouts, and they come in on-trend colors that they will actually want to wear.

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For Massaging on the Go

TheraGun Mini Massager

Mini Massager
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For Massaging on the Go

TheraGun Mini Massager

This mini massager is small enough for travel, but it packs a serious punch, giving the effects of a deep tissue massage. It's a great gift for fitness lovers who are always on the go.

8
For the Smoothie Lover

NutriBullet N12-1001

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N12-1001
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For the Smoothie Lover

NutriBullet N12-1001

Now 17% Off

This is the perfect gift for those fitness fanatics who love to start the day with a green smoothie. They'll love whipping up their concoction in the personal-size cup, plus the 1200 watt motor that can handle any ice, frozen fruit, or tough veggie they throw at it.

9
For Bikers

ROCK BROS Bike Phone Front Frame Bag

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Bike Phone Front Frame Bag
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For Bikers

ROCK BROS Bike Phone Front Frame Bag

Now 20% Off

Commuters and casual bikers will love this pack. It is great for storing a few small necessities as well as both protecting your phone and keeping it on display. It also has a touch-friendly screen, so you can use it while you ride.

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To Help Them Reach Their Goals

whoop Whoop Band

Whoop Band
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To Help Them Reach Their Goals

whoop Whoop Band

The Whoop band is a comprehensive health tracker that will help them reach their health and fitness goals. It provides very accurate data and helps them monitor their health, and can even serve as an alarm—vibrating at their optimal wake-up time.

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Affordable Multi-Sport Watch

Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Rival

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 ELEMNT Rival
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Affordable Multi-Sport Watch

Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Rival

Now 19% Off

This GPS watch is packed with features for the weekend warrior in your life. The screen is extra large which makes it easy to see, and it has multi-sport tracking. There's even race day features such as "Touchless Transitions" for automatic transitions for Triathlons and "Race Running" to adjust race distance for accurate pace data. It can also last up to two weeks on a single charge.

12
For Data Junkies

InsideTracker Ultimate Plan

Ultimate Plan
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For Data Junkies

InsideTracker Ultimate Plan

Inside Tracker allows your favorite data junkie an inside look at 43 different biomarkers including glucose, cholesterol and cortisol, which give them a holistic overview of their health. It's a simple process to fill out and afterwards, they'll get customized recommendations based on their results to help optimize every area of their health—from metabolism to inflammation to strength and fitness.

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For the Gym Rat

Shop all Blogilates Ultimate Gym Equipment Bag

Ultimate Gym Equipment Bag
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For the Gym Rat

Shop all Blogilates Ultimate Gym Equipment Bag

Not only does this bag serve up Lululemon vibes, but it's wonderfully designed, too. It has a several individual pockets, a shoe compartment and yoga mat straps. It's roomy enough to double as weekender bag as well.

14
For Tired Feet

RENPHO Foot Massager Machine

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Foot Massager Machine
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For Tired Feet

RENPHO Foot Massager Machine

Pamper hard-working feet with this heated foot massager. It has a detachable, washable foot cover, and can fit feet up to men's size 12. We love a fitness gift that also promotes self care.

15
For a Full-Body Workout at Home

TRX GO Suspension Trainer System

GO Suspension Trainer System
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For a Full-Body Workout at Home

TRX GO Suspension Trainer System

If you don't have a lot of space for gym equipment, TRX trainers can be a great way to get in an intense full-body workout without the need for heavy, clunky gym equipment.

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To Make Workouts Fun

Boardgains Fitness Board Game

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Fitness Board Game
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To Make Workouts Fun

Boardgains Fitness Board Game

A little friendly competition never hurt anybody. This board game challenges you and your workout buddy to compete in a circuit training workout. All exercises are strictly bodyweight, so you can play anywhere, anytime.

17
For Bike Commuters

Thule Paramount Commuter Backpack

Paramount Commuter Backpack
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For Bike Commuters

Thule Paramount Commuter Backpack

Bike commuting is a great way to get in some extra movement—and help save the planet. This backpack is designed to be comfortable and aerodynamic for commuters.

18
Footwear for the Gym

Nobull Black Heather Pixel Trainer

Black Heather Pixel Trainer
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Footwear for the Gym

Nobull Black Heather Pixel Trainer

Don't let the fun design fool you, these shoes are here to work. They are an all-around trainer so they can lift heavy, sprint fast, and flex with all of their cross-training workouts.

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Best for Newlyweds

Egnaro Inner Arc Ergonomic Silicone Rings

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 Inner Arc Ergonomic Silicone Rings
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Best for Newlyweds

Egnaro Inner Arc Ergonomic Silicone Rings

Now 29% Off

These silicone wedding rings are great for wearing when you don't want to risk damaging or losing your actual ring. They are ultra comfortable and don't risk injury to your hand while lifting or performing manual labor.

20
For the Home Gym

Iron Gym Pull Up Bar

 Pull Up Bar
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For the Home Gym

Iron Gym Pull Up Bar

This pull up bar fits in any standard doorway, and is great for getting in some gains from home. It has three places to grip, which allows them to use different muscle groups. Plus, the foam makes it more comfortable and easier to hold on.

Headshot of Gabrielle Hondorp
Gabrielle Hondorp

Before joining Runner's World, Gabrielle Hondorp spent 6 years in running retail (she has tested top gear from shoes, to watches, to rain jackets which has expanded her expertise—and her closets); she specializes in health and wellness, and is an expert on running gear from head-to-toe. Gabi began her journalism career as a Digital Editorial Fellow for Runner’s World and Bicycling Magazine, and has since advanced to a Runner's World Editor specializing in commerce. She has a double degree in English and Media and Communication from Muhlenberg College where she also ran cross country and track. 

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