50 Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas
The holidays are upon us and it’s time to start thinking about those special gifts you want to purchase for your loved ones. This year why not give the gift of health and fitness to those that you love? The following is a list of some of my favorite fitness toys, kitchen tools and other healthy ideas to make your gift say how much you care. For your convenience just click on the Amazon links below to find out more about the product or quickly place it in your cart to purchase.
FOR THE HOME GYM
New Balance Sliding Discs Dual Sided – These little discs can do so much to enhance your workout. This pair comes ready to use with carpet or hard woods by simply flipping them over to the opposite side. Work your legs, glutes and core with easy to advanced workouts. Pack them up to take with you when you travel for a workout anywhere. BUY NOW
Gymboss Plus Interval Timer 
– This little timer is great for your interval workouts. Set it up for whatever time intervals you want and clip it to yourself or just lay it down and go! Make sure you get the Plus version because the beeps are louder. I use this all the time for my clients and for my own workouts as well. BUY NOW
Kettlebells – Kettlebells are all the rage and any gym rat is going to love this deal. If your loved one is looking to increase strength and stamina this might be the perfect gift. My clients find that their kettlebell workouts increase heart rate quicker, work to stabilize the muscles and add a different, dynamic dimension to their training. These kettlebells are a great price, offering 3 good beginner to intermediate weights (5, 10 and 15 lb.), have a good handle and are made from cast iron. The handle size is important for not just comfort but functionality allowing for safe movements. As a bonus, they now come with 5 fitness bands. BUY NOW
Bodytorc Suspension Training System – This versatile workout tool suitable for both beginners and advanced users. It offers numerous exercise options with detachable handles, allowing you to use various attachments for added variety in your workouts. This lightweight and portable home gym solution is perfect for travel, outdoor bodyweight resistance training, or home use. Its superior design with separate straps provides better ergonomics compared to single anchor point V-shaped trainers, making it comfortable to use. Great gift for anyone. BUY NOW
Bender Ball Knock Off – Ask any of my clients what their favorite core workout would be and they say Bender Ball. This ball inflates to a soft ball that can be used in many different ways to strengthen all the core muscles. What people love about it is they can put it behind their back and do crunches without engaging their neck or hip flexor muscles. A great gift for anyone of any age or fitness ability. BUY NOW
Jumpsport Mini Trampoline
– Rebounding as part of your exercise routine has some amazing benefits. Studies have shown that it improves balance in the elderly, reduces incontinence, builds bone mass, improves cardiovascular function, increases lymphatic system flow, reduces risk of injuries and its fun! My clients love having interval time on the my Jumpsport but having one in your own gym to use everyday would be very beneficial to your health. This is a great price for a very sturdy and well built product. Don’t be fooled by the cheap ones and don’t get sucked into spending twice as much on some of the others. BUY NOW
BOSU Balance Trainer – This funny looking “half circle” is actually a tool used by many personal trainers and physical therapists to help people improve fitness and strengthen muscles while working on balance and coordination. I like to use it in my gym for an endurance interval or to work on balance while doing strength training exercises standing on top of the dome. The word BOSU means “both sides up” because there are exercises you can do on both sides of the dome. Tons of online videos and workout ideas available. BUY NOW
LEVOIT Air Purifier – This is great for a home gym but also for any area of your house. Help your loved one breath easier with this super quiet air purifier that removes particles such as pollen, dust and other toxins. Helps keep the gym clean and healthy. BUY NOW
FOR THE WORKOUT FANATIC
Polar H9 Heart Rate Sensor – I have searched high and low for an accurate heart rate monitor that won’t cost a fortune. The Polar watches that I used to recommend have all gone up in price too much to justify. The Wahoo gives you an accurate heart rate that connects by bluetooth to your phone. It is comfortable to wear and tracks heart rate, training zones and calories. BUY NOW
Fitbit Inspire 3– This is a slimline wearable women’s tracker. Monitor sleep, steps heart rate, calories burned and more. Try several dressy band replacements for this one also so you never get bored. This one is waterproof so you can swim and shower. Battery life up to 5 days. BUY NOW
Fitbit Versa Smart Watch 4 – The Fitbit Versa does some amazing things for an incredible price. It includes all the basic functions of your typical Fitbit plus it can store 300 plus songs, utilize on screen workouts that play on your wrist and coach you through movements in the gym or in the pool. Track sleep, steps, heart rate, calories burned and sync it up with your phone. GPS allows it to map your workout route. Get calls, texts the weather and more. The perfect gift for your fitness fanatic. BUY NOW
Fitbit Charge 6 – This Fitbit has all the same functions as the basic ones counting steps, heart rate, calories burned and sleep but adds in GPS and stress management in this all new slimmer design. Larger than the Inspire but smaller than the Versa I like this one for all the functions at a smaller size and smaller price point. BUY NOW
Garmin vivofit jr. 3 – Motivates kids to make fitness fun by unlocking games, apps and icons based on movement achieved. Kids can explore different places through Garmin tours. This watch can be worn in the pool and battery life is a year. This is waterproof so no need to worry about taking it off in the shower. Comes in a variety of favorite characters. This is a perfect gift for the child on your list. BUY NOW
Apple Ear Pods– My favorite earphones ever I can’t say enough good things about this product. These are comfortable, water and sweat resistant pods have a noise cancelation system so you hear what you want to hear and nothing else. They stay charged in a small case that also has an amazing battery life and recharges quickly when needed. I’m never without my pods and your special someone is going to love them too. BUY NOW
Hamilton Beach Portable Blender– Now you can take your shake with you to the office, gym or even traveling with this lightweight, BPA free, rechargeable blender. No more excuses for skipping meals or eating bad on business trips. A great gift for that athlete that also wants to eat clean everyday. BUY NOW
ATERCEL Weight Lifting Gloves – These cushioned gloves protect your hands and rings when you lift weights. They are also useful for biking as it offers a non-slip grip. Available in a variety of sizes and colors, the perfect gift for the gym rat in your life. BUY NOW
FOR RELAXATION AND PAIN RELIEF
Cold Massage Roller -While whole-body cryotherapy may offer rejuvenation, it’s impractical to have a massive metal chamber at home. This compact ice cup can be utilized before and after workouts to alleviate discomfort, diminish inflammation, and enhance blood circulation and flexibility in various areas, spanning from the neck and shoulders down to the hips, lower back, and even the feet. Stays cold for up to 6 hours offering a perfect tool to take with you to the gym. BUY NOW
RESTECK Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager – Who doesn’t like a neck massage after a hard day? Comes with a nice carrying case so you can bring it on the road too. The heat and vibration have many adjustments and this device can be used for any part of the body. Too many features to list so check it out. This just might be the perfect way to show someone how much you love them this holiday season. BUY NOW
Inversion Table
– This is a great value for the price having all the bells and whistles of its competitors that sell for over $1000. These tables help to reduce back stress, fatigue and improve circulation but is a must for anyone with back pain. The Innova Inversion Table makes a great household accessory for someone who struggles with back pain but it also has other functions as well. The table can help increase flexibility, reduce effects of aging due to gravity and relieve body aches due to sitting and standing too much. I love this machine and personally use it myself. BUY NOW
Ekrin Athletic Portable Massage Gun – Small size with big power is exactly why this is my top pick for a massage gun. This small but powerful massage gun is lightweight and comes with several attachments to hit different areas of the body. The battery life is great and is easy to recharge. This is a must have gadget for anyone who is active. BUY NOW
iReliev TENS and EMS Machine Combo – TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation and is a safe, non-invasive pain relief used by many chiropractors and physical therapists. EMS is Electrical Muscle Stimulation and causes muscle contractions using electrical impulses. EMS helps with muscle recovery from overuse or strains. Easy to use and comes with everything you need. This one has 25 levels of intensity, 5-60 minute timer, lock function, dual channel and is very portable. If you or someone in your family is very active or into sports this is a great tool to have in the home to assist in a quicker recovery from overuse injuries. BUY NOW
Trigger Point Therapy Kit
– This kit contains everything you need to improve your flexibility, range of motion and tissue strength. Trigger Point Therapy gets deep into the tissue to relieve tight trigger points preventing you from properly stretching your muscles. Comes with easy to follow instructions and videos available online. I use this kit daily for prevention of injuries and releasing trigger points to relieve pain. BUY NOW
FOR THE COOK
Aerogarden – Imagine having fresh herbs all year round without the mess of gardening? This indoor garden does it all for you. I choose to feature this smaller one that comes with herbs because it had a fair price point for a gift and truthfully I figured most people have a few favorite herbs they want for cooking. I know I really want fresh basil all year round so I think I would do basil in the whole pot. No mess system uses just water to grow and no need for natural light as the light is provided for you. This is perfect for any home and a great gift for your healthy foodie. BUY NOW
Instant Pot – This amazing pot will not only cook your meals in just minutes but it also acts as a slow cooker, warmer, steamer, rice cooker and is perfect to saute your meal first. Everything happens in this one pot and it’s quick (thus the name). My clients rave about their Instant Pot and how being able to throw an entire meal in for the family and be eating in 20 minutes has really saved them from eating out or grabbing processed foods on the go. This is a must for busy families who want to eat healthy. BUY NOW
Crownful Food Scale – This inexpensive scale works perfectly to help you measure accurately when cooking or logging your food. Flat design makes it easy to slip away when not in use. BUY NOW
Ninja Foodi 5 in 1 – Air fry, roast, back and dehydrate with this indoor grill. I bought this for my husband for his birthday and he loves It. Make a steak inside the house with easy clean up and no stinky smoke. The Surround Searing features gives you a perfectly cooked meal with the taste of a char gilled meat. Clear off the other appliances as this one is all you need. BUY NOW
Nesco Dehydrator with Jerky Gun – This is the dehydrator that I use. I love that it comes with the jerky gun. I make amazing chicken jerky that is a great addition to breakfast or for a snack. This dehydrator does not have a timer so when I do something that must be timed I have to make sure to set a timer. Most fruits and vegetables stay in the dehydrator for 12-24 hours so I find it easy to just put it on and let it go overnight. BUY NOW
Vitamix E310 Explorian 
– A kitchen without a high-speed blender is not a kitchen! Vitamix is a brand that I use and trust. I waited years because I thought they were too expensive but once I had one I wished I hadn’t waited so long. It’s amazing what you can do – make shakes, soup, ice cream, chop, blend, mix, make peanut butters, flours, etc. The hardest decision is deciding which color to buy. BUY NOW
Yonanas 902 Classic Soft Serve Maker – Easily create yummy tasting treats by adding any combination of chocolate, or fruits like over-ripe bananas, berries, or mango to the chute for a smooth “ice-cream” like taste. This will not only save you money on ice cream but be a healthy alternative for the entire family. Comes with a recipe book for several delicious ideas. This is a must if you have small children or are often throwing out overripe bananas. BUY NOW
Magnetic Menu Board for Kitchen Fridge – Plan the meals to not only help keep you on track but let the whole family know what’s cooking for the week. Keep track of groceries needed as you run out. Comes with neon chalk markers that are easy to erase. BUY NOW
Vegetable Spiralizer – If you are looking for healthy alternatives to pasta then making “zoodles” from vegetables will be something you want to try. This kit does It all at a very reasonable price point. BUY NOW
Mueller Adjustable Mandolin – If you don’t have one of these you are missing out! I LOVE my mandolin for making sweet potato or zucchini chips or just for slicing tomatoes. The hands free model is a must to protect your fingers from getting sliced. BUY NOW
Silicone Muffin Cups – Everyone who likes to bake needs to have these so they can cook batches of their favorite muffins. No more messy sprays or scrubbing the coating off of your pans. High quality 100% food grade silicone and are FDA approved and BPA free; microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe and heat resistant to 450F, they are made to last a lifetime. BUY NOW
Dash Black Rapid Egg Cooker – If you like to make hard-boiled eggs to have on hand like I do then you MUST have one of these in your kitchen! I absolutely love this and use it every single week. I put the eggs in the cooker and turn it on. It takes about 10 minutes for a hard-boiled egg and has a good loud alarm when they are done. These eggs come out perfect every single time and peel easily. I’ve tried baking eggs and boiling eggs but I could never figure out how to make an egg that would easily peel until I got this for Christmas one year. I highly recommend it for every kitchen. BUY NOW
Lemon Squeezer
– You can spend a lot more on a lemon squeezer but I bought this one and it works great. Since I like to have fresh lemon water every morning and also throughout the day it makes the task of squeezing a bunch of lemons take only minutes. BUY NOW
Salad Chopper – This is my favorite kitchen tool and I use it daily. This little gadget will change the way you eat salad and make every salad into a gourmet meal. Simply rock the handle back and forth to chop your salad up very fine. All the flavors of the add ons will blend together to make an amazing salad. A must have tool for anyone trying to eat clean, enjoys salads or just wants to dress up a boring side dish. BUY NOW
Add a Stainless Steel Bowl to the Salad Chopper above for the perfect gift combination. The chopper works best when using a stainless steel bowl making this the perfect add on to your gift. I use this one daily and just chop and eat from the same bowl although it’s plenty large enough to make a salad for a few people. BUY NOW
PowerLix Milk Frother – If your loved one likes lattes they will love being able to froth their own milk in seconds. I had another brand that worked well also but it didn’t have a stand and it broke because its a bit delicate. This allows me to keep it standing upright on the counter and allows it to dry in the stand. Great for frothing the milk for your coffee but I also use it for making Tumeric Milk at night. BUY NOW
Nutrabullet Pro– For the smoothie and calorie conscious person in your life this is an amazing gift. This blender has a built in bluetooth smart nutrition sensor that connects with an APP on your phone to tell you the exact nutritional content of your shake. It is powerful at 1200 watts so you can blend all kinds of things. Comes with a recipe guide, 1 year warranty and more. BUY NOW
BOOKS FOR THE HEALTH CONSCIOUS
Good Energy by Casey Means – Definitely the book of the year, a must have for any healthy conscious reader. Good Energy offers a new, cutting-edge understanding of true illness and provides research and case studies to help you understand. Americans are metabolically unhealthy and Casey uncovers the reasons behind this and how to fix it. This book will help anyone optimize their ability to live well and stay well at any age. BUY NOW
Danielle Walker’s Healthy In a Hurry – Danielle Walker has amazing recipes but I admit that some of them can be long and complicated. With her new book she has come up with easy, quick meals that are all gluten, dairy and grain free. Known for her autoimmune cookbooks, Danielle has done it again in this newest book. A perfect gift for your loved one that wants to cook healthy but is short on time. BUY NOW
Food Babe Family – A cookbook with over 100 recipes and everyday strategies to get your kids to fall in love with real food. This book not only gives you family friendly, healthy recipes but also advice on navigating school lunches, making meal time fun, shopping and so much more. I highly recommend this as a gift to anyone but especially for someone with young kids or newlyweds about to start a family. BUY NOW
Whole Food Cooking Every Day – Transform the way you eat with 250 vegetarian recipes free of gluten, dairy and refined sugar. You won’t believe how plant based eating can taste when you try these amazing recipes. The perfect gift for that someone who is looking to be more plant-based or is already a vegetarian looking for some new, tasty recipe ideas. BUY NOW
Eat Clean, Play Dirty – Recipes for a body and life you love by the founders of Sakara Life. I received this amazing cookbook from one of my dearest friends this year and I love it. The recipes are fun and flavorful. Danielle and Whitney show you how to enjoy healthy food and find that balance between enjoying life and enjoying food. Highly recommend for your foodie who loves to cook healthy. BUY NOW
STOCKING STUFFERS AND SUCH
Vitali Skin Awakening Moisturizer – I’ve tried a lot of creams and potions in my day but this is the last one I will try because it is amazing. It goes on nicely and makes your skin feel silky smooth. It feels heavy but it’s not so it won’t clog your pores. The pro-aging ingredients make my skin look younger and I get more compliments than ever at my young age of 62. Try it you won’t be disappointed. Check out the website and take advantage of our BodyDesigns promotion. Use code bodydesigns to receive 25% off your purchase discounts. Their most popular set is the Copper Peptide Collection which includes a Serum, Moisturizer, and Eye & Lash Cream. BUY NOW
Workout Dice – What a fun stocking stuffer for your fitness fan. Make workouts a game and mix up your routines by rolling the dice to determine your next move. Includes squats, lunges, pushups and more with the other dice showing the number of reps or time allowed for the exercise. Great fun for individuals or groups. BUY NOW
Ultima Electrolytes – Stop drinking those sport drinks full of sugar and chemicals and grab some Ultima Electrolytes instead. Our soil has been depleted of trace minerals so everyone can benefit from a daily dose of electrolytes as most people are deficient. Not just for athletes, this drink will help even the youngest of children stay hydrated and brain happy. BUY NOW
Jason’s Individual Peanut Butter Packs – Stuff those stockings with some natural snacks that everyone can enjoy. Adults will find them easy to carry for trips or long days at the office and children will love adding them to their lunch box. BUY NOW
Feel Bars– These popular, healthy bars come in many flavors to suite your taste. These bars are vegan, grain free and with very low net carbs can easily fit into your healthy lifestyle plan as a snack choice. Make everyone happy with these healthy and delicious stocking stuffers. These bars make my Some of My Favorite Things for Snacks and Bars list. BUY NOW
ChocZero’s Christmas Bark – A healthy alternative to traditional chocolate. Choc Zero has outdone themselves with 4 holiday flavors in this gift pack. The chocolate is zero sugar, high fiber, low carb, vegan and sweetened with monk fruit. Perfect for the chocolate lover that also wants to stick with a clean eating plan. BUY NOW
Breathalyzer Alcohol Alert
– It may seem like a silly idea but this little alcohol breath tester may save someone from getting a DUI or worse yet, getting killed in an accident. Once you’ve had a few drinks it’s hard to gauge if you should be behind the wheel or not. This little keychain is a great gift for anyone who as a reminder that you care enough to not want them to drink and drive. BUY NOW
GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR PERSONAL SERVICES
BodyDesigns Lifestyle Diet Plan – Give your loved one a personal Lifestyle Diet Plan which includes a 1 hour consult (by phone, Skype or in person), a personal diet plan, access to all my clean and easy recipes and daily monitoring, accountability and motivation from me. Price includes 1 month of monitoring and for just $25 more include BodyDesigns Two-Week Detox Plan plus 2 months of monitoring. Of consider buying someone a package of Personal Training Sessions. I work with local people in person but for out of state clients I offer Online Training. Contact me today for a gift certificate and I’ll throw in a gift to wrap up with it. Bodydesigns11@gmail.com or (404) 918-2941.
Gift Certificate for Massage – contact Symmetry Sports and Orthopedic Massage for a gift that anyone will love. Georgia residents only. BUY NOW
Are you looking to transform your health? Mary works with clients all over the country developing personalized nutrition and exercise plans for weight loss and health. If you’re ready to get started on your journey to health and wellness contact her today!
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