Whether you’re looking to give the perfect gifts for fitness freaks in your life or your looking for ideas of what to put on your Active Gal wish list, you’re in the right place! As a life-long runner who has worked in women’s fitness and health for more than ten years, I know what’s a good gift (and what isn’t)!

If you’re ready to show your favorite fitness fanatic you support their habit– even if you’ve got a small budget– read on.

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10 BEST Gifts for Fitness Freaks

Balega Socks

Unless you’re shopping for a swimmer, high-quality socks are a must-have item for any fitness fanatic. Balega Socks are my go-to sock brand. They are simply the most comfortable socks I’ve ever worn in my 20+ year marathoning career.

I’m pretty sure they have little elves that weave magic into the socks, because Balega is the only brand of socks that I can count on to not give me blisters. And the socks last forever!

If you’ve got a small budget but want to give a meaningful gift, this is it!

Aftershokz earbuds

Does your favorite fitness junkie absolutely NEED her headphones in order to work out? If so, Aftershokz bone conducting are the headphones for her!

No bouncing, no annoying flapping wire, and they sound crystal clear.

There are Aftershokz that are waterproof, too. If you’ve got a swimmer on your gift list, you have to check out the waterproof Aftershokz!

And if walking and talking is more her speed, there are styles with microphones, too.

With so many different styles to suit different needs, your sure to find the right one for your athlete’s sport.

Flip Belt

Whether you’re running on the road, the trail, or hitting the gym to lift some weights, the Flip Belt stashes your stuff while you work out. It sits comfortably around your hips or waist. The stretchy material allows you to position it where you want, and then it stays there– no bouncing!

The Flip Belt holds gels, chews, your phone (in a zippered pocket) and keys (on an internal clip) so you have everything you need without a bulky bag.

Are you buying for an adventure traveller? The Flip Belt is fantastic to wear your money and valuables under your clothes while you’re travelling, too!

BOSU

People are often surprised when I recommend the BOSU as my can’t-live-without-it piece of home exercise equipment. It doesn’t take up a lot of room, but it offers a lot of workout options. The truth is, it is so versatile and so challenging, I never get tired of using it.

You can use it for upper body work– all kinds of variations of push ups and planks to keep you challenged. It’s also fantastic for core work, as both static and dynamic exercises are possible. Using a BOSU is also a great way to do low body work without racks and racks of weights.

If you’re looking for gifts for fitness freaks who have home gyms and don’t have a BOSU— this is the ideal gift.

TrailHeads Raceday Performance Hat

Let’s face it: most of us are working out and then running off to our next appointment. There’s no luxurious hot shower and hair styling happening after exercise. The TrailHeads Raceday Performance Hat lets you go from workout to the rest of your day without sacrificing your style.

It’s also light enough that if you’re looking for a hat to wear during outdoor bootcamp or while hiking, it’ll keep the sun off your face without heating you up. And for those of you who know fitness freaks who run before the sun comes up, the bill of the cap is reflective, too.

Pretty and practical, the TrailHeads Performance Raceday Hat is a must-have gift for fitness fanatics!

Polar Vantage M

Have a multisport athlete you’re looking to support? Do they live and die by the data recorded during their workouts?

The Polar Vantage M has the capacity to track multiple sport data. It has over 130 sport metrics built in! And with the latest technology in wrist-based heart rate and GPS, it’s one watch that does it all!

Choose your favorite color for the wriststrap– because we want your favorite fitness junkie to look good while they’re sweating it out.

Asics Lite Show Ear Warmer

Perfect for the outdoor exerciser! The Lite Show feature means it’s highly reflective, increasing visibility to traffic.  The Asics Lite Show Ear Warmer is a thoughtful, practical gift that doesn’t break the bank.

Check out my full list of cold weather workout clothes for ideas that will keep your favorite fitness freak covered from head to toe.

Knuckle Lights

If your favorite fitness junkie likes running or walking in the early morning or after dark, Knuckle Lights are the best way to light up their path. The bright light they emit lights up the road as well as makes the person carrying them more visible to traffic. They are super light and easy to carry, too.

I was gifted Knuckle Lights two years ago, and I think they are my favorite fitness-related gift I’ve ever received. I use them all the time in the winter. They’re an essential item for winter running.

Coaching

Want to help her hit her goals? Virtual health coaching allows her to brainstorm achievable goals, create a realistic plan, work the plan little by litte , and be held accountable every step of the way.

The best part is that your favorite fitness junkie can do this all from the comfort of home! With more than 11 years of experience as a personal trainer and health coach, I can help her become the goal slayer she wants to be!

Body Glide

Okay, so maybe this isn’t a gift for your fitness freak of a boss or coworker.

But if you want to give an enthusiastic exerciser something she’ll actually use and definitely love, Body Glide is it. The best anti-chafing lube on the market, any sport but swimming or water polo could use a little lube to make it easier.

And because it is a consumable item– and you NEVER want to run out of it– you can never have too much Body Glide!

Who wouldn’t want to be a hero for less than 10 bucks!

I hope these Gifts for Fitness Freaks have inspired you to support someone you love!

You can also check out my gift guide for fitness fanatics for more ideas!

If you’re looking for Awesome Gift Ideas for Active Families, I’ve got you covered there, too!

Karen Shopoff Rooff is a certified health coach. The Well Balanced Women blog is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please discuss your health issues with a licensed medical practitioner.