My morning snack was supposed to be a whole-wheat tortilla topped with a spoonful of almond butter… but I got a little carried away (typical of me and nut butters…) and wasn’t too hungry by the time lunchtime rolled around.
I kept my mid-day meal on the lighter side, and enjoyed a toasted whole wheat English muffin topped with cream cheese and cranberry sauce.
Cranberry Sauce 'n' Cream Cheese FTW!
Grape tomatoes and string cheese served as sides.
The Whole Shebang
And now it’s time for some present talk! 😀
Gifts for Fitness Love-ahs!
I had such a good time compiling the list of gift ideas for my Holiday Gifts for Food-Loving Folks post last week, that I figured I would continue the series and scope out some goodies for fitness enthusiasts.
I created this list based on items I use all the time or items I am currently coveting. I hope it helps give you some holiday gift ideas for friends and family members… or at least gives you something to add to your own wish list!
Vera Bradley Wristlet
I bring this wristlet with me to the gym every day. (*Proof #1* *Proof #2*) It is just big enough for an ID, iPod and keys, and is small enough to carry around with you without being cumbersome.
Run Forest, Run!
If you’re looking for a big-ticket item that will make nearly any runner happy, splurge for the Garmin Forerunner. It tracks your speed, distance, heart rate and other important information. I wear it on nearly every run (*Proof*)! (Side note: Never pay full price for this watch. It’s always on sale somewhere. Shop around online for a good deal.)
Work it Out
I own these in two different colors (*Proof*) and love them. They’re thick enough so they don’t show every lump and bump, but are thin enough to keep you cool through a workout. Plus, the thick waistband is slimming for those of you who have some junk in the trunk like me. 😉
I'll Tumble for You
If you read my blog with regularity, you know I am a huge fan of these cups. (*Proof*) You may find them at Bed, Bath and Beyond and can purchase different lids and straws for with them. Though I don’t take mine to the gym with me (I prefer a regular water bottle), I fill up the 24-ounce cup several times a day at work and it keeps my water cold, prevents condensation and encourages me to stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Yoga Mat Bag by CrzyBagLady from Etsy.com:
Yoga Mat Bag
I don’t own this particular bag, but a bag this cute makes me want to really get into yoga… or just carry around my yoga mat to look cute.
- Massage Gift Certificate:
Rub Me, Rub Me, Say that You Rub Me
The best post-workout reward is a massage! Plus, who doesn’t love a massage?
I Run Half Marathons!
After spending months training for distance races, many runners enjoy putting a magnet of honor on their car to display their accomplishment to the world and show everyone how bad-ass (or crazy) they are. (If you buy this for someone, please make sure to purchase a magnet decal, not a sticker. Stickers are a pain in the tookus to take off.)
*For other great gift ideas, check out Gina’s Holiday Gift Guide!
Of Possible Interest:
- Thanksgiving Recovery Workouts by David Kirsch (FitSugar.com)
- Easy, Healthy 20-Minute Dinners (FitnessMag.com)
- How to Get Back on the Workout Bandwagon (Health.com)
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Oooh, those crop pants are so cute! Have you tried working out in them? I love the purple fold-over top. And the Garmin is quite possibly the best gift to give a fitness enthusiast. It is definitely my favorite workout accessory. I love gift-giving season! 🙂
yes! they’re great for working out in… highly recommended!
I always use my vera wristlet, too 🙂 Definitely a gym-goer MUST HAVE for Christmas! 🙂
LOVE those VS pants!!! I really like the little Vera Bradley bag idea too. That’s perfect. I’ve never thought of that before.
My main wish list items are TurboFire and Insanity DVDs. They are literally all I want for Christmas.
Hope you get your special treat today!
Totally want the VS pants..thanks for the reminder =)
Ohh, thanks the yoga pant recommendation. I really need some new ones but don’t want to spend a fortune!
What a fun idea! Yes… somebody PLEASE buy me a Garmin Forerunner!!!!!! 😉
Love the wristlet! I want to buy one for myself now. But I agree with the Garmin. Love it!
The VS yoga pants are so comfortable! I used to have a pair of them, but somehow I lost them (my theory is my sister is hiding them). They are great to wear anytime, gym or not!
I bought a Garmin for my dad! We’re supposed to run a half marathon together next fall 🙂
Ooooo cute leggings!! Love them! I always thought you were wearing LuLu Lemon leggings. Have you tried those? I own a few pairs and is it just me or do they fit weird for girls that got a bootay? I have hips and a butt and I feel like they make me look bigger than I am?! I’ll have to invest in the VS leggings – or ask them for a Xmas gift 😉
Great ideas! I love those VS yoga pants. They look so comfy!
The Garmin’s on my Christmas list! I wish they sold those yoga leggings and yoga bag over here in England, because I’d love to get those!
I just ordered my Garmin last weekend. I can’t wait until it comes. I am like a little kidding waiting for that package. I also have the VS pants and I love them. They are flattering and so comfortable.
I love your gift ideas–they are all great! Dude.. cream cheese & jam on an english muffin is one of my faves. I have to try it w/ cranberries soon! Hope you are having a great week. <3 P.S. loved the bushy eyebrows a few posts back–so fun and funny.
My grandma gives my sister and I hour long massages every year for Christmas, and every year I look forward to it! It’s amazing to come home after finals and get a nice relaxing massage, I just absolutely adore it! It’s a great gift to give as well 🙂
Someone told me once that they always want to run into the back of cars that have the 26.2 on the back. That just makes me want to get one. 🙂 It’s an awesome gift idea!
LOL – I agree w/ them when I see that magnet, along w/ a license plate holder w/ “I LOVE RUNNING” on it, plus a bumper sticker & a race medal hanging from their mirror. ooooverkill. I sport ONLY the magnet with pride. 😉
This is so random and has nothing to do with anything, but I seriously love that all your links automatically open in new tabs hahaha 🙂
thanks! it’s something that annoys the crap out of me when other websites don’t do it, so i always try to have them link out!
have you seen this yet?
http://www.amazingclubs.com/peanutbutter_prod1.cfm?utm_source=GIFTSCOM&utm_medium=CPC&utm_campaign=AC-PEANUTBUTTER&utm_content=PRODUCTAD&utm_term=PEANUTBUTTER-1
PERFECT gift for you! 🙂
Love your gift guide! I treated myself to the Garmin last year during marathon training…couldn’t wait until Christmas! I totally must use one of those 5 million Bed, Bath and Beyond coupons to buy that Tervis Tumbler.
I love gift guides! I too love love love Vera Bradley and everything she makes!!
I LOVE VS Yoga pants. Good yoga pants are hard to find, so when I hit the jackpot, I always stick with that brand. Great ideas! 🙂
This gift wasn’t on this post but I wanted to let you know that I just ordered the gold wishbone necklace from Etsy for a friends birthday! Great gift idea 🙂
Great gift ideas! The wristlet would be perfect for me…just added it to “My Wish List” 😉
I love those yoga pants! Any yoga pants, actually..but those are super cute.
Great ideas! 🙂
Great picks!! I also found this amazing site for fitness fanatics… Fitness jewelry. So cool.
http://www.Fashletics.com
(i suppose fashion + athletics). Love love love this find.