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For fitness enthusiasts everywhere, I love products from ICEMULE. Love to ride your bike? They have the greatest idea ever–check out their Impulse cooler that fits across your handlebars. Now you can keep everything you need really cold while you are working up a sweat. They also have incredible classic cooler packs that are perfect for hikes, day trips exploring, and any other adventure you can think of. They come in a variety of stylish colors and patterns and make incredible gifts. Imagine being able to have an entire cooler strapped to your back for easy transport–brilliant!

I love the latest tech offering from Garmin for fitness enthusiasts. The Venu 3 is the latest and greatest fitness tracker and I am here for it. This watch is my favorite of all I have tried, and I have been really pleased with Garmin products overall. With all the details well thought out, this smartwatch is a far superior option. Long lasting battery life, comfort, and it tracks everything you would ever want. I love the app that you can use with it, as well, because there are so many great features you can use to track your sleep, health, fitness goals and you can even compete with other users. A great feature to use within families! It’s very intuitive and user friendly, which is a must! It’s even got features that set it apart from any other smartwatch I’ve seen–for example, if you utilize a wheelchair, it can track your pushes and how you move in it and even offer built in workouts–an extraordinary feature! Honestly, this watch is like having your own personal trainer at your fingertips. Encouragement, coaching and tips are offered at all the right moments to maximize your health. A fantastic gift for anyone this year!

Every guy needs a great pair of shades, especially if they are from ROKA. Their glasses are made for being active and on the go–whether that is running a marathon, rock climbing or playing volleyball on the beach. There is a style that will suit everyone you know. We are so impressed with their quality and comfort and, of course, their style. These glasses look amazing on! Not only do they specialize in sunglasses, but you can also get prescription glasses made, too ( I know where my next pair of glasses are being ordered from!). These glasses stay put, they are made for endurance and movement and you can feel them doing their job while you wear them. Seriously, they stay put while doing burpees! There are so many styles to choose from, it may be hard to narrow it down. Some of my favorites are Phantom, the Barton 2.0 and the TL-1. But there are great online tools to help you virtually try on the glasses so you can be confident you are getting a great pair that will suit you best. I especially love that these glasses are made in the USA in Austin, Texas. They have an impressive list of fans, including Tim Kennedy. Once you give them a try, you won’t want to go back to other brands, trust me.

For those that love a great home work out, but don’t love tons of exercise equipment, you have to check out COREFIRST. This compact pilates system has everything you need to create the most incredible work out anywhere you can think to take it. Don’t want to miss a workout while traveling? No need to, you can take it with you! I recommend the COREFIRST Luxe kit that has both level one and level two resistance bands to customize the best workout you’d like to achieve from beginning levels to advanced. You won’t believe how great this system works to sculpt and shape your body. I absolutely love it!

For daytime hikes, we can’t get enough of this amazing pack, the Deuter Speedlite 30L. It is specifically designed for fast trail running and speed hiking. There is nothing clunky to bog you down when using this great pack. So lightweight and comfortable, I love the V shaped cut that allows it to align with your body for the perfect fit. A must-have for those that love to spend time exercising in the outdoors exploring new trails. Wish I had had this when I “competed” in SteepGoat!

For those adventurers that want to bring their little sidekicks with them, I can’t rave about the Kid Comfort Active from Deuter enough. This bag has everything you would possibly want for family hikes. Perfect for both men and women to use, I love the ease at which you can get a child in and out of the carrier. Added comforts like ventilation, cushions and even a head covering to provide shaded protection for your child make this pack absolutely exceptional. Add to that Deuter’s lifetime warranty and this pack is an optimal choice for child carrier packs.

For recreation outdoors when the temperature is less than optimal, we wouldn’t leave home without our favorite base layers from ORTOVOX. Available in a wide array of bright colors, the Rock n’ Wool base layers make wearing long underwear really fun. These pieces are super soft to the skin, keep you at the best temperature and regulate moisture, ensuring you are toasting and comfortable all day. Choose from tops and bottoms (both short and long pants) and for men or women. These make great gifts!

For those that love adding resistance to any workout, you have to check out the fantastic products available from OMORPHO. Available in both men and women’s collections, their products range from shorts, tanks and gravity vests. You will find that using their products add the perfect resistance to challenge your workouts and build strength without limiting your ability to move. I absolutely love what I have tried!

My number one must-have gift for women is a pair of the HOKA Stinson 7 ATR shoes. When I saw these are considered the Swiss Army knife of shoes, I have to admit that I thought that was a big claim. But after trying them out, can tell you that they are, indeed, the ultimate pair of shoes that you can use anywhere. Take them on road, off-road, what have you, they are what you want to have in your arsenal. I have tried many pairs of shoes for exercising and they are, by far, my favorite brand. It feels as if you are on clouds when you are wearing them and it doesn’t get much better than that. All other types of exercise shoes have been exiled from my closet! They have great options for both men and women and you can’t go wrong with any one of them!

For those that love to go to the gym, we love new products from BlenderBottle! The Vooray x BlenderBottle Gym Bag is such a great design, with compartments for everything. Separate zippable shoe compartment, place for your cell phone, roomy main area for your clothes, and of course, the perfect sized pocket for your favorite BlenderBottle for pre or post workout drinks. It’s sleek profile and blast of inner color makes it the perfect gym bag. Speaking of your favorite BlenderBottle, you will want to see all the great varieties of bottles now available. There is a different style for everyone–guys, gals, teens, you name it! I love the Marvel Hero Elite Series Stainless Steel shakers, perfect for the one that is partial to a particular super hero. The Captain America stainless shaker is off the charts! I also love the great colors available in the Strada Insulated Stainless Steel. For a bit of glam on the go, the Radian Insulated Stainless Steel is incredible! Be sure to catch some of their Special Edition protein shakers for some cool Christmas themed ones, too!

To stuff the stockings of the fitness fanatic, we have some great ideas, too!

We are all about getting electrolytes and Drip Drop hydration packets are some of our favorites. With 3 times the electrolytes and half of the sugar, you can feel better about what you are taking into your body. They have delicious flavors, we love the Bold and Juicy Varieties, but there are so many to choose from, you really can’t go wrong. The perfect gift for someone that loves taking care of their body and wants to feel their best. Be sure to check Black Friday deals and you can save a lot!

Looking for energy drinks? Rhino Rush has you covered. These little shots are the perfect pick me up when you are low on energy–both physically and mentally. Their two different formulas target whichever one you are in need of most. Need a boost for the body? Then try their Ephedra Powered shots. Want a mental boost? Then, the Nootropic shots provide “brain energy”. Either way you choose, this Idaho-based company has you covered.

Ever thought of drinking Pickle Juice? Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but this works! This is perfect for athletes or people that suffer from muscle cramps. These little shots of Pickle Juice Sport work wonders! There is no sugar, no caffeine, and no artificial ingredients and it is specially formulated to target the neurological cause of cramps in the body. It can eliminate muscle cramps within 60 seconds!

Another great gift idea is a subscription of Boxed Water. This water is the most sustainable, packaged in cartons. Their paper-based cartons are 92% renewable and way less destructive to the planet than single-use plastic bottles and aluminum cans. Available in regular and flavored water, you can give subscriptions of their favorites to arrive at their door. I love the Blackberry! It’s a fun spin on water that everyone would love.

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