<em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></strong></p><p>We’ve put together a list that speaks to all kinds of fitness folks, from newbies trying out a fresh gym membership to diehards looking to take their strength and conditioning program to new heights. </p><p>These gifts appeal to all ages and work to accommodate popular sub-categories too, like fitness fans who also love music or fitness fans who are particularly drawn to yoga.</p><p>What made the list? Well, proven fitness items that work as hard as you do. For example, a <a href=”https://ouraring.com/product/rings/heritage” target=”_blank”>sophisticated and stylish ring that’s also a health tracker</a> and a <a href=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B094TZ1YCM?th=1″ target=”_blank”>recovery towel</a> that will cool you to the core. We even have <a href=”https://www.alomoves.com/gift?utm_source=so_hero” target=”_blank”>fitness apps and memberships</a> that can heighten routines and make bodies achieve even more.</p><p>Here they are, the best fitness gifts for 2023.</p><p><strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g37927738/best-gifts-for-men/” target=”_blank”>Best Gifts for Men</a> </strong>| <strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g35220362/best-husband-gifts/” target=”_blank”>Best Gifts for Husbands</a></strong> | <strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g34417533/best-boyfriend-gifts/” target=”_blank”>Best Gifts for Boyfriends</a> </strong>| <strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g38454882/best-luxury-gifts-for-men/” target=”_blank”>Best Luxury Gifts for Men</a> </strong>| <strong><a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g37365167/cool-teenage-boy-gifts/” target=”_blank”>Best Gifts for Teen Boys</a> </strong>| <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g27207975/best-golf-gifts/” target=”_blank”><strong>Best Golf Gifts</strong></a> | <a href=”https://www.menshealth.com/technology-gear/g37927738/best-gifts-for-men/” target=”_blank”><strong>Best Gifts for Dads</strong></a></p>” />
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Best Gift for Trail Runner
Adidas TERREX Trail Running Wind Jacket
Best Gift for Trail Runner
Adidas TERREX Trail Running Wind Jacket
An exceptional gift for the trail runner or outdoorsman, this wind jacket is water repellent and folds into its own pocket. It’ll cut through the breeze and keep rain away while offering a nice, streamlined fit.
Great sleep is all about personalized climate and an optimal, restful environment. The Pod cover virtually guarantees that, tackling climate and working around the sleep schedule you help program. Whether you like the chilly, camping-like feel or a warm environment for maximum Zzz’s, this gadget is ready to help.
Best Adventure Training Gift
Garmin Fenix 7S Sapphire Solar Smartwatch
Best Adventure Training Gift
Garmin Fenix 7S Sapphire Solar Smartwatch
This fitness smartwatch is ready for the adventurous lifestyle, set up with solar charing capabilities and an earthy band. It’ll track your health, coach you through hikes and trail runs while offering superior navigation technology and all your favorite music for on-the-go inspiration.
Best Backyard Training Gift
Goruck Ballistic Trainers
Best Backyard Training Gift
Goruck Ballistic Trainers
If backyard training is the name of your game, these are your go-to shoes. They’re agile while tough, built for everything from strength training in your driveway to cross-fit and mobility training in your yard. They’ll complement the outdoor workout experience with superior comfort and are extremely durable.
Most Comfortable Fitness Tracker
WHOOP 4.0 with 12 Month Subscription
Most Comfortable Fitness Tracker
WHOOP 4.0 with 12 Month Subscription
Fitness trackers should be as comfortable as a good pair of running shoes or your favorite hoodie. WHOOP is all about comfort, while setting you up with all the necessary fitness info to maximize your routine. The health monitoring is nice but we especially like its keen ability to guide you towards better recovery and sleep.
Best Cross-Training Fitness Gift Under $150
Nike Men’s Metcon 9 Training Shoes
Best Cross-Training Fitness Gift Under $150
Nike Men’s Metcon 9 Training Shoes
The ultimate kicks for the cross-training guru, these workout sneakers are made of mesh and made to dart, dash, and pivot all over the place. They breathe and offer plenty of supper while the wrap-around rubber sash adds a cool accent and strengthens the midsole.
best premium adjustable dumbbell gift
SMRTFT NÜOBELL 80LB Adjustable Dumbbell
best premium adjustable dumbbell gift
SMRTFT NÜOBELL 80LB Adjustable Dumbbell
The Nuobell strikes the perfect balance between dependable performance and an authentic dumbbell experience. Consider these a level up from lower price-point adjustable models. Despite a couple of minor scratches, they have demonstrated remarkable durability even with consistent heavy usage, too.
best high-intensity fitness gift
Schwinn Fitness AD7 Airdyne Bike
best high-intensity fitness gift
Schwinn Fitness AD7 Airdyne Bike
As with a lot of home gym equipment, you often get what you pay for. Case in point: This flagship exercise bike from Schwinn Fitness. The AD7 Airdyne stands out with a wind-resistance setup that offers a full-body cardio workout, and when seated, the extra-padded, oversized seat makes for a comfy ride.
Best Fitness Gift Hat
Lululemon Fast and Free Men’s Run Hat
Best Fitness Gift Hat
Lululemon Fast and Free Men’s Run Hat
Designed with the runner in mind, this running hat includes a built-in headband for sweat absorption and a flexible build. The bill keeps the glare at bay while the reflective details are nice for being seen when the workout happens before the sun comes out (or after it goes down).
This overachieving duffel is extremely lightweight and comes with nine pockets. Great for gym, work or travel, the bag has a separate compartment for shoes and sweaty gear. Plus, the padded aesthetic is incredibly on-trend.
Best Running Shoe Gift Under $170
On Running Cloudmonster
Best Running Shoe Gift Under $170
On Running Cloudmonster
You can obtain a great running shoe without having to refinance your house. Shocker, we know. This pair is propulsive, with great response and comfort and a lasting design that can handle the abuse of the pavement.
Best Infrared Sauna Gift
Higherdose Infrared Sauna Blanket
Best Infrared Sauna Gift
Higherdose Infrared Sauna Blanket
A sauna in the form of a sleeping bag, this is the ultimate gift for the fitness person who loves a deep relaxation session in between physical activities. This infrared sauna blanket soothes, is great for your skin, and helps the body recharge fully and efficiently.
Most Comfortable Joggers
Lululemon City Sweat Jogger
Most Comfortable Joggers
Lululemon City Sweat Jogger
These joggers are so comfortable you’ll have to have them forcibly removed when it’s finally time to give them a wash. The terry fabric is soft and stretchy and the tapered fit is sharp enough you could almost pull them off at a work meeting (especially if it’s virtual). They’re also available in 3 lengths, meaning you can choose one tailor-made for anyone in your life.
Most Versatile Home Gym Gift
Bowflex SelectTech 1090 Dumbbells
Most Versatile Home Gym Gift
Bowflex SelectTech 1090 Dumbbells
Great home gym gear needs to be versatile as you only have so much space to work with and, sometimes, that space is reserved for other things when the fitness session is over. These adjustable dumbbells are ideal for at-home use, offering 10-90 pounds per dumbbell, great holders, and tremendous ease of use.
Best Kettlebell Fitness Gift
Onnit Primal Kettlebells
Best Kettlebell Fitness Gift
Onnit Primal Kettlebells
Who says a kettlebell can’t have a little attitude? These animalistic ones bring a little fun to the workout and are a bit of a collectors item, with different critters set to different weights. Work your way up from the 18-pound howler to the 90-pound Bigfoot.
Your workout is only as good as the tools and equipment used in it. This high-functioning weighted vest distributes weight evenly and is great to throw on before a strength and conditioning set or just some added resistance as you knock out a core workout. It’s one of our all-time favorites, as mentioned in our 2023 Home Gym Awards.
Best Compression Fitness Gift
Gymshark Element Baselayer Leggings
Best Compression Fitness Gift
Gymshark Element Baselayer Leggings
You might’ve seen this brand plastered all over the internet, and for good reason. These leggings, which we found to be the perfect base layer, look and feel great for any running or strength training workout. The fabric maintains its stretch and soft integrity even after dozens of washes, so you can trust this gift will go the distance.
Best Pilates Fitness Gift
Balanced Body Metro IQ® Reformer
Best Pilates Fitness Gift
Balanced Body Metro IQ® Reformer
If there’s a pilates lover in your life, this is the perfect gift. It’s a smooth operator, with scores of workout options and the ability to stow neatly when not in use. Highly effective, the Reformer is made to increase strength, balance, agility and more. Plus, it’s just plain fun to use.
Best Recovery Fitness Gift Under $200
Therabody Theragun mini
Best Recovery Fitness Gift Under $200
Therabody Theragun mini
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The smallest tool in the Theragun arsenal, the mini massage gun packs a serious massage in a slight frame. Easy to hold, it offers three various speeds as well as a trio of attachments to best match pain or soreness areas. The battery life is also killer, offering the same 150-minute capacity as full-sized models.
Best Fitness Gift For Yoga Lovers
Alo Yoga Uplifting Yoga Block Duo
Best Fitness Gift For Yoga Lovers
Alo Yoga Uplifting Yoga Block Duo
Build a better yoga session with this block duo. It’s a great tool for perfecting certain poses and increasing your flexibility and balance. They’re soft to the touch but firm enough to withstand the weight and pressure of a strenuous yoga session.
Mark Stock is a food, drink, and outdoors writer from Portland, Oregon. He spent years making, selling, and sipping Pinot Noir in the Dundee Hills before a full return to his journalistic roots in 2016. In addition to Men’s Health, he writes for SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, The Somm Journal, The Drake, Willamette Week, Travel Oregon, and more.
Fitness and Commerce Editor
Talene Appleton is the Fitness and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, a NASM-CPT certified trainer, and former professional dancer and chef. With a background in fitness, nutrition, and culinary arts, her passion lies in inspiring others to lead healthy lives through engaging and research-driven content. You can find her work elsewhere at The Food Institute, The Nessie, and other outlets.
Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., is the fitness director of Men’s Health and a certified trainer with more than 10 years of training experience. He’s logged training time with NFL athletes and track athletes and his current training regimen includes weight training, HIIT conditioning, and yoga. Before joining Men’s Health in 2017, he served as a sports columnist and tech columnist for the New York Daily News.
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