The Best Health and Fitness Gifts of 2014

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Time to check everyone off your list! We've rounded up the best products that will give your friends a dose of health and happiness this holiday season. From fun yoga mats to healthy snacks, check out our favorite fitness gifts this year.

— Additional reporting by Michele Foley, Lizzie Fuhr, Aemilia Madden, Susi May, and Jenny Sugar

"You've Got This" Throw Pillow

"You've Got This" Throw Pillow

Show her you believe in whatever she puts her mind to, whether it's hitting the gym or swearing off soda. This "You've Got This" throw pillow ($97) from Etsy will be her daily reminder as well.

Adidas by Stella McCartney Shell

Adidas by Stella McCartney Shell

If she's leaving the gym stilled dressed in her workout gear, it better look good. Skip the college sweatshirt, and get her this Adidas by Stella McCartney shell jacket ($225).

La Vie Boheme Yoga Mat

La Vie Boheme Yoga Mat

Help your free-spirited friend hit up yoga class with a little extra flair! This La Vie Boheme Mandala Mat ($86) stands out from the pack of solid colors and will (hopefully) entice your pal to unroll hers even more often.

Vitamix 500 Professional Blender

Vitamix 500 Professional Blender

While the basic NutriBullet ($90) works well, she'll really appreciate upgrading her smoothie-making power with the Vitamix 500 Professional Blender ($600). A bit more pricey, yes, but it can pulverize the toughest ingredients including nuts, seeds, kale stems, and rock-hard frozen fruit in seconds. Plus the BPA-free 64-ounce container allows her to make an enormous batch of smoothie to share. Aside from smoothies, she'll also be able to blend her own nut butters, nut milks, soups, and frozen desserts.

Jawbown Up Move

Jawbown Up Move

Since she's always busy keeping track of just about everything (meetings, happy hour, even her BFFs' birthdays), consider snapping up the Jawbone Up Move ($50) as a gift. It may seem small, but it packs a lot of data, including calories burned, sleep, and steps!

Chickpea Magazine

Chickpea Magazine

She takes her food as seriously as she takes her workouts, which is why Chickpea vegan quarterly ($75) is a magazine cool enough to capture her attention.

Michi Psyche Leggings

Michi Psyche Leggings

Plain leggings just aren't cool enough for her visits to Spin class. These Michi Psyche Leggings ($195) may be practical, but they also add just the right amount of edge.

"Running Sucks" Racerback

"Running Sucks" Racerback

She's definitely thought this at some point during her races, so she'll love this "Running Sucks" racerback tank ($27) from Look Human.

Tom Tom Multisport GPS

Tom Tom Multisport GPS

The TomTom Multisport GPS ($300) tracks everything you expect and features a large interface and one-button control, including your heart rate (via an optical sensor on the watch's underside). Track your stats after uploading data to an online account, and it syncs with apps like MapMyFitness. You can also easily swap out the strap with another color or style.

Custom Nikes

Custom Nikes

How can it be a good workout if she isn't sporting fly sneakers? Since neon is so last year, give her a pair that you've designed yourself. These custom Nike Lunarglides ($145) are so good, she can't even.

Exercise Cards

Exercise Cards

A deck of Exercise Cards ($25) makes it easy to work out anywhere at anytime — no trainer or equipment needed. Seriously, this is one little gift that keeps on giving.

Opening Ceremony MICA Fitness Band

Opening Ceremony MICA Fitness Band

If she's going to wear a fitness band, it better look good. That's why the Opening Ceremony MICA fitness bracelet deserves a spot in her fitness arsenal.

POPSUGAR Must Have Special Edition

POPSUGAR Must Have Special Edition

Her nonstop sweaty lifestyle means she deserves to be pampered. Our POPSUGAR Must Have Special Edition box ($100) is filled with luxury finds perfect for helping her relax on her next rest day.

Cannondale Bike

Cannondale Bike

Know someone who's always talking about leaving behind the bus or their car to hop on a bike? Gift them a Cannondale Quick Five Bike ($408, originally $530), perfect for anyone who wants to revamp their commute or start riding around town for extra exercise.

Twistband Shoelaces

Twistband Shoelaces

These Twistband shoelaces ($5) are a dream! Not only will they liven up shoes with a punch of color, but the laces also stay tied. Never again do you have to worry about tying laces mid-workout.

Theo Dark Chocolate Peppermint Stick Bar

Theo Dark Chocolate Peppermint Stick Bar

Give friends a boost of antioxidants by adding a Theo Dark Chocolate Peppermint Stick bar ($4) to their stockings.

Planter Party

Planter Party

Fresh herbs provide the vast majority of flavor to clean Paleo dishes. Help your friend or family member grow their own at home with this Windowsill Herb Garden Kit ($30) that comes with basil, chives, oregano, parsley, and thyme. It's a perfect gift for any city dweller with a green thumb and healthy appetite.

A New Kind of Brew

A New Kind of Brew

Know someone who is always toting around a store-bought bottle of bubbling kombucha? Help them make their own at home with this Kombucha Starter Kit ($45) that comes with everything they need to DIY their own fermented goodness at home.

Manduka Pro Metallic Mat

Manduka Pro Metallic Mat

Add a little sparkle with the Limited-Edition Manduka PRO Metallic Mat ($128). This denser, thick yoga mat has unparalleled comfort and cushioning, and with a lustrous metallic finish, it's sure to put a smile on your recipient's face. The lifetime guarantee means they'll never have to buy another yoga mat again.

Tory Burch Fitbit Fret Pendant

Tory Burch Fitbit Fret Pendant

You remember the day she got her fitness tracker, but you haven't seen her rock one in ages. Help her dust off her Fitbit Flex ($100) by gifting her with a covetable Tory Burch pendant necklace ($175), made especially for the Flex, that will motivate her to rack up those stats every day.

Milk Nut Bag

Milk Nut Bag

For the smoothie maker who's into eating 100 percent healthy, she'll probably want to make her own nut milk for her smoothie recipes. She can learn how to DIY homemade almond milk by watching this video, and instead of using a plain cheesecloth, this milk nut bag ($3) will make it even easier and with less mess.

Colorful Cooker

Colorful Cooker

When it comes to cooking and prepping meals, the Paleo lifestyle is a huge time commitment, and a quality slow cooker is a huge help. Gift a new BELLA Slow Cooker ($35) in a fun hue to brighten up (and shave hours off of) your loved one's kitchen routine.

Yogitoes Skidless Towel

Yogitoes Skidless Towel

Skip those yoga socks and gloves, and keep your friend from slipping off the mat with a Yogitoes Skidless Mat Towel ($51-$76). Made of highly absorbent microfiber with comfortable nubs that provide traction and grip, you can be sure that there will be no slipping out of Downward Dog.

Chalkboard Glass Mason Jars

Chalkboard Glass Mason Jars

If she's making smoothies for the family (with her enormous 64-ounce Vitamix container), then this set of four chalkboard mason jars ($10) is perfect for sipping at home. Since they can be personalized, everyone will know exactly which smoothie is theirs.

Polar M400

Polar M400

The Polar M400 ($250) is a fitness tracker and GPS watch in one; it tracks pace, calories, and activity level throughout the day, as well as your running stats when it's time to work out. Need an even more serious watch for your serious athlete? The Polar V800 ($520) is made for them.

BluePrint Juices
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BluePrint Juices

With her packed calendar, it's definitely possible that she occasionally skips breakfast. A BluePrint Cleanse is just the treat she needs for those won't-stop days.

Jenny Present Necklace

Jenny Present Necklace

A pretty, small 26.2 gold charm necklace from Jenny Present ($66) will match any outfit, spandex-based or not.

Bodum Tea For One

Bodum Tea For One

An easy method for brewing loose tea is certainly a gift that keeps on giving. The Tea For One set ($20), from Bodum, is an elegant double-wall glass mug with an easily removed strainer. The lid keeps the tea warm while brewing and doubles as a trivet. Include a tin of green tea, and you're golden!

Kale-Loving Tank

Kale-Loving Tank

Of course she's obsessed with kale, and now she'll have the tank top ($22) to prove it. She's sure to get some smiles while sporting this at the gym.

Krunchy Kit

Krunchy Kit

Steve's PaleoGoods offers some of the best prepackaged convenience snacks for healthy folks who are always on the go. Send over Steve's Large Paleo Gift Basket ($45) that's full of its classic bestselling goodies, including its famous grass-fed jerky and crunchy cookies.

SodaStream Penguin Sparkling Water Maker

SodaStream Penguin Sparkling Water Maker

Is there ever a time you don't see a can of Pepsi, Dr Pepper, or Sprite in this friend or relative's hand? Lighten up their beverage with this SodaStream Penguin Sparkling Water Maker ($160, originally $250) from Williams-Sonoma. Simply fill the bottle with regular tap water and give a few pumps to the carbonating lever. It not only saves calories but also reduces plastic bottle waste.

GapFit Long Sleeve Tee

GapFit Long Sleeve Tee

The GapFit Breathe Long-Sleeve T ($30) will become a running wardrobe staple. The shirt is light enough for layering while still providing the warmth she needs on cooler weather runs. The thumbholes are a detail that every runner will appreciate.

Garmin Vivofit

Garmin Vivofit

For a tracker you never have to take off, try the Garmin Vivofit ($130). Its battery lasts for over a year and is waterproof, meaning you can keep it on while you take a shower. The Vivofit tracks steps, distance, calories, and sleep and can also track workout details when paired with a heart-rate monitor (sold separately). An activity bar will show you whether you've been sitting for too long. The Vivofit syncs wirelessly with its free iOS or Android app as well as your computer.

EOS Sweet Mint Smooth Sphere Lip Balm

EOS Sweet Mint Smooth Sphere Lip Balm

Whether she runs outside or lives her days on the beach, your active outdoor friend will love the EOS Sweet Mint Smooth Sphere Lip Balm ($3). SPF 15 will keep her lips protected, and the moisturizing balm will protect against wind or dry climates.

Jaunt Pack

Jaunt Pack

Your friend who is constantly heading to a new yoga festival or wellness retreat will appreciate this wild Jaunt Pack ($45) — a much-cooler update of the classic fanny pack. It's sleek, water-resistant, and boasting a ton of compartments, so anyone rocking one of these bad boys can look chic while staying organized on the road.

Fitbit Charge

Fitbit Charge

The Fitbit Charge ($130) is similar to the Fitbit Flex but with a larger display and caller ID info from your nearby smartphone. Like other Fitbits, it tracks your activity (steps, distance, and calories) and sleep patterns.

Fitbit also just announced two other devices: the ChargeHR ($150), which is like the Charge, but with heart-rate-monitoring capabilities, and the Surge ($250), a smartwatch and tracker in one. You can preorder both now for availability in early 2015, or keep your eyes peeled the next time you're holiday shopping; Charge HR or Surge units will be available in limited quantities at select retailers.

The Grid Mini

The Grid Mini

For your jet-setting pal, give her this suitcase-ready the Grid Mini ($25). Small enough to fit in her bag, the foam roller can relieve any travel-related aches as soon as she steps off the plane.

Garmin GPS Watch

Garmin GPS Watch

Any runner, from casual to serious, would love a watch that records her pace, distance, and calories on a run. The Garmin Forerunner 15 ($170) does that and more; when paired with a Garmin heart rate strap (sold separately or with the watch for $200), it will also keep track of her heart rate and target heart rate zones on a run. And when she's not pounding the pavement, the watch acts as an all-around activity tracker, counting her steps, calories, and movement, so she doesn't have to double up on buying a separate device to track her non-workout numbers.

NutriBullet

NutriBullet

Learning how to cook a completely new way can be difficult when setting out on a healthy track. For your friend or relative who loves to spend time cooking up a storm in the kitchen, leave them a NutriBullet ($120) under the tree this year. If they have this high-powered mixing appliance in the kitchen, they'll be more likely to blend up a healthy smoothie or soup quickly — instead of dialing in takeout or defrosting a frozen meal.

Road ID

Road ID

Help keep her safe when on a solo training run with a personalized Road ID bracelet ($20).

Tufted Weekender

Tufted Weekender

The lady in your life who's always heading to her next wellness retreat will love this beautiful Beaded and Tufted Weekender ($198) that brings extra style to a low-key trip.

Motivational Bracelet

Motivational Bracelet

A little motivation goes a long way, and this handmade "stronger than yesterday" cuff bracelet ($25) is sure to get your fitness fanatic friend's fire going. It's made of aluminum, with a tiny dumbbell charm, and she's sure to appreciate looking down and getting the push she needs on those days she'd rather just chill on the couch.

NatureBox

NatureBox

Everyone loves snacks, and each package from NatureBox comes with five bags of its own carefully sourced and nutritionist-approved snacks made with wholesome ingredients. You can pick exactly which snacks to send or have NatureBox choose for you. Everything from cranberry pepita crisps to baked sweet potato sticks to chocolate quinoa granola — there's a snacking party in every box. You can spend $40 for two months of snacks, $100 for five months, and $200 for 10 months.

Under Armour Zip-Up

Under Armour Zip-Up

Keep her warm in serious style with the Under Armour Essential Tweed Jacket ($130). A fitted style, high collar, and slightly cropped back hem cut a flattering shape, while extralong zippered sleeves, thumbhole detailing, and a lightweight, sweat-wicking fabric make this an ideal layering jacket for cold weather.

Manduka Yoga Sling

Manduka Yoga Sling

If your yoga-loving friend is a minimalist, she or he will love this simple Manduka The Commuter sling ($16). It fits any-size yoga mat, and not only does this sling offer an easy way to it, but it also doubles as a strap you can use during the practice. The padded shoulder strap makes it supercomfy, and aside from the black shown, it also comes in two other earthy hues.

Medal Post

Medal Post

You love her; she loves to run. A J'aime courir medal holder ($30) is a fashionable way to display her race pride.

Pressed Juicery Subscription
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Pressed Juicery Subscription

The girl guzzles green juices like there's no tomorrow, so a Pressed Juicery subscription ($160/a month for 12 juices) will be just about everything.

Philosophie Protein Powder

Philosophie Protein Powder

While you might think it's a little weird to gift someone with protein powder, the fit girl in your life is going to love you for it. Up the ante with Philosophie plant-based protein powders ($20). Besides containing more protein per serving than an egg and more iron than a steak, they are also full of antioxidants and much-needed nutrients. Perfect for her next amazing smoothie!

Sun Salutation Poster

Sun Salutation Poster

Any yogi with a new home practice will appreciate this sweet Sun Salutation print ($16). Not only will it bring a Zen vibe to her home, but it will help her remember the correct order of the poses in Sun Salutation A too.

Tory Burch Gym Tote

Tory Burch Gym Tote

Since she would never be caught toting a regular gym bag, gift her with a chic surprise. This Tory Burch Ella nylon tote ($195) can fit all her gear (yes, Lulus included) without sacrificing any style.

Bulu Box

Bulu Box

For someone close to you on the health or weight-loss train, a Bulu Box couldn't be more perfect. You can choose between two boxes: The Bulu Box Original includes a well-rounded sampling of all things supporting health and nutrition such as products that promote sleep as well as DVDs. The Bulu Box Weight Loss includes healthy snacks, fat-burners, as well as fitness gear and kitchen tools. Fairly affordable, it costs $30 for three months, $60 for six months, and $110 for a 12-month subscription.

I'm Just Here For the Savasana Bottle

I'm Just Here For the Savasana Bottle

Ever since we found this I'm Just Here For the Savasana Water Bottle ($20) from Spiritual Gangster, we've been wanting one for ourselves. Any new or avid yogi will love toting around this bottle.

Grey Area Cobra Cat Yoga Mat

Grey Area Cobra Cat Yoga Mat

Fitness should be fun, so keep her laughing whenever she rolls out her yoga mat for an at-home sweat session. The Grey Area Cobra Cat Yoga Mat ($56, originally $80) will put a smile on her face before she fires up her favorite workout DVD.

The Honest Co. Gift Box

The Honest Co. Gift Box

Check out this growing line of natural, nontoxic personal care and home cleaning essentials made by The Honest Company. Five items will be delivered every month; all you do is choose how many you want to send: one month ($41.90), three months ($105.95), six months ($205.95), or 12 months ($389.95).

T. S. Eliot Print

T. S. Eliot Print

Help her celebrate her accomplishment with a tasteful, retro-inspired print, like this T. S. Eliot marathon poster ($15).

Nibblr Subscription Box

Nibblr Subscription Box

Not only an adorable name, the Nibblr subscription box is all about Nibblr's own crave-worthy snacks with adorable names to match. We're talking "Georgia on My Mind" trail mix pairing dried peaches, blueberry bits, and pecans, as well as "Lemeroons," which are — you guessed it — lemon coconut macaroons. What's great is you choose either a four- or 12-box subscription. Email or hand-deliver the gift certificate, and the recipient gets to choose which snacks she wants and when. You can't beat the affordability — $23 for four boxes and $66 for 12.

LuliTonix Cleanse
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LuliTonix Cleanse

You've heard her declare "I'm going on a juice cleanse" one too many Mondays. Instead of encouraging her to starve for five days, gift her a three-day smoothie-based cleanse from LuliTonix ($180). Chock-full of fiber, chia seeds, and nut milks, this cleanse will give her the clean break she says she needs without depriving her of her daily calories.

Klean Kanteen Canisters

Klean Kanteen Canisters

Klean Kanteen isn't just for your water! It also makes stainless steel food canisters — 8 ounces ($18) or 16 ounces ($22). BPA free, eco-friendly, leakproof, airtight, and shatterproof, they're perfect for anyone's snacking needs, from dry foods like trail mix to wet foods like yogurt.

A SoulCycle Gift Card
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A SoulCycle Gift Card

She can't stop tapping it back, and she is not afraid to admit it. Give her the ultimate present, a SoulCycle gift card (prices vary), because every girl deserves to feel a little soul sometimes.

Herschel Commuting Backpack

Herschel Commuting Backpack

Give the gift of a healthy spine to your friend who is always lugging around a huge shoulder bag packed to the brim. The Herschel Little America Backpack ($100) is a waterproof and versatile backpack that will help both shoulders share the weight stylishly.