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As 2023 is drawing near and everyone’s gearing up for the ‘New Year, new me’ mindset, we’ve been working out the best fitness gifts for you to buy.
From top-rated treadmills to exceptional ellipticals (oh, and we can’t forget at-home exercise bikes and rowing machines), there’s a classic catalog of cult-favorite options for you to choose from.
Not to mention, we cherry-picked everything from smart scales to matching workout sets, along with yoga mats and resistance bands you may want to bundle into a little basket for the yogi you know.
Ahead, find our edit of the 25 best fitness, workout wellness gifts of 2022 we recommend adding to your cart. We’re working out right along with you. While you’re at it, spend time browsing through our edit of the best Amazon fitness finds to complete your purchase.
1. Hydrow Wave Rower, $1,495, original price: $1,695
We reviewed the brand-new Hydrow Wave Rower and, though a splurge, it’s a splurge worth making. Right now, it’s $200 off, comes with a beautiful HD screen that showcases hundreds of professional athlete-taught classes and has a space-saving design.
For more options, check out our guide to the best rowing machines.
If you’re looking for a versatile fitness program that features live and on-demand classes, opt for obé Fitness. We reviewed the platform and love its upper body power, dance HIIT and yoga classes, among countless others. Plus, pricing starts for as little as $14 a month.
The NordicTrack T Series Treadmill isn’t only an Amazon best-seller but it’s perfect to complete your home gym. Namely, this model boasts a Smart OneTouch control, which auto-adjusts your speed and incline. It also comes with a 30-day iFit membership.
For more options, check out our guide to the best treadmills. You can’t go wrong with an on-trend under-desk treadmill, either.
Let’s give some love to lululemon this holiday season (seriously though, everyone and their mother is obsessed with the brand, which is why it makes a great gift. For a splurge they may not make on their own, the best-selling Align High-Rise 28″ Pant comes in numerous colors and will excite any fitness lover.
Yes, the Original Peloton Bike is on Amazon — and we’re pretty obsessed. With the brand’s spin shoes to match, this splurge-worthy gift is perfect for anyone who loves spin (or wants to get into it). Its fun, energizing classes are virtually unmatched, too.
For more options, check out our guide to the best at-home exercise bikes.
For the outdoorsy lover, the Varley Roselle Half-Zip Fleece is a quality essential for any lover of hikes or runs in the morning chill. Not only does it look great, but it’s breathable and will keep you warm.
Run to a brand like On, especially to its Weather Tech Jacket that’s a sharp and sporty jacket for any guy on your holiday shopping list. Its design features an adjustable hood and visor, a ventilating storm flap toward its upper and a water-repellent tech fabric.
This guide would be incomplete without a mention of a top-rated smartwatch. The acclaimed Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 40mm Smartwatch is on sale now for less than $150, comes in a few great colors and will be indispensable when reaching your fitness goals.
9. Tempo Studio, $1,495, original price: $2,495
Never buy any fitness-related equipment again with Tempo Studio. If you prefer working out from the comfort of your own home with a state-of-the-art setup, this is 100% for you. Not to mention, its all-in-one gym comes with its large screen, speakers, a workout mat, two dumbbells, a heart rate monitor, a barbell, a recovery roller, 75 pounds of weight plates and six collars.
For just $15, treat the runner you know to something practical and convenient as ever: the TRIBE Water-Resistant Cell Phone Running Armband, No more holding their device when they run — it’s time to swing those arms naturally with each stride.
We don’t have to try to sell you on this one — the infamous Apple AirPods Pro are some of the best wireless earbuds for you to listen while you workout. No cords, no fumbling.
The Niceday Elliptical Machine is a top-rated piece of equipment that’ll help you feel good on cardio days. With 16 resistance levels and a quiet magnetic drive system, any fitness lover would adore this newly minted machine.
For more options, check out our guide to the best elliptical machines.
OK, real talk — once you start using a Hydro Flask (it doesn’t matter which type of bottle), you’ll be instantly hooked. On most days, we walk around with our phone in our left hand and the 40 oz. Wide Mouth Bottle in our right, and it truly helps you drink more water (that’s ice cold, thanks to its insulated design).
As one of our personal favorite running shoes, the Athletic Propulsion Labs Women’s TechLoom Pro is a nifty, clean-looking pair any fitness fanatic would love. Its pull-on, no-tie laces are a nice touch, too.
For the guy who loves to run, consider the Allbirds Men’s Tree Dasher 2s. Not only are they sustainably made and ultra-breathable, but they come in an array of great colors for a fresh and fun run.
To maintain your fitness goals, the Etekcity Smart Scale is one of the best — and affordable — investments you can make. Namely, it pairs with your smartphone and helps provide insights to your body mass index (BMI), progress and more.
For more options, check out our guide to the best smart scales.
There’s nothing like receiving a new yoga mat. The BalanceFrom All Purpose Extra-Thick Exercise Yoga Mat is an Amazon best-seller, comes in a suite of colors and has that durable and super thick design that’ll help you transition from child’s pose to downward dog seamlessly.
For more options, check out our guide to the best yoga mats.
On the market for a new weight bench? The Amucolo Training Weight Bench is just over $150 and boasts a steel frame, leather covering and adjustable seat. Apt for any home gym, it’s a purchase worth making.
We practically live in our workout sets from Girlfriend Collective — they’re cute, classic and comfortable, and you’ll want to buy them all (truly, grab one for your fitness bestie and one for yourself!)
For more options, check out our guide to the best women’s matching workout sets.
Looking for your next best stocking stuffer? The CFX Resistance Bands are a three-pack that’ll fit in just fine, and each one has a different resistance level. They’re the ones we grab for leg day IRL, too.
For more options, check out our guide to the best resistance bands.
Our brothers love to work out, so when we’re in doubt of what to purchase them for the holidays, we opt for an Under Armour Compression T-Shirt. For just $30, how could you go wrong? They feel as good as they look, too.
For anyone who loves to work out, this is just a fact: our sock drawer can become scarce at times. For just $15, gift the guy you know a pair of brand-new, bright-white Nike socks. They’ll thank you, for sure.
For more options, check out our guide to the best men’s socks.
We recently reviewed P.volve and can’t say enough good things about the brand. For one, its mobility-focused workouts make you feel good — most importantly — and its Essentials Kit is offered at a phenomenal value. With the bundle, you’ll also receive a free three-month subscription to on-demand workouts.
One word of advice: run to this tank top. We didn’t think a basic $30 tank top could change our lives (not to be dramatic), but Free People’s best-seller is far from ordinary. It’s flattering, comes in basically every color you can think of and makes a stellar gift.
Need a new dumbbell set? This option is less than $50 right now on Amazon and has a neoprene, nonslip coating that’s comfortable to grip onto while working out. Plus, it comes on an organized rack.
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