If you have a fit friend whose world revolves around fitness and health, we're here to help you score the perfect gift without breaking a sweat. We've rounded up an impressive selection of the coolest presents for runners, yogis, cyclists, and overall fitness-lovers for a cheap price of $25 or less. Yup, you read that correctly! From ab rollers and yoga mats to workout clothes and even a workout dice they can use to make sure they're always mixing up their routine, there's no going wrong with the healthy options you have to choose from.
Whether you're searching for a stocking stuffer or a gift to put under the tree, your gym-going loved ones will appreciate these finds. We love them all, but we're crushing hard on the workout journal where they can plan out all their fitness and wellness goals for the new year, the cozy crew socks that are always out of stock, and the dumbbell chocolates, which are cheeky and fun, because even your fittest friend needs a little holiday treat. Ahead, find the best fitness gifts of 2022 for $25 or less.
— Additional reporting by Tamara Pridgett, Lauren Harano and Haley Lyndes
This Blogilates 12 Week Fit Journal ($25) is a great gift for the person in your life who's got goals, and wants an organized plan to reach them. With this journal, they can track their workouts, meals, sleep, stress, mood, and more!
Crew socks are becoming more and more popular this season. We like them because, if you're working out outside, the little bit of exposed ankle between the hem of your leggings and the top of your ankle socks can make you unseasonably cold. Plus, they look so cute! We like these black Alo Unisex Half-Crew Throwback Socks ($22) because they blend in with black leggings, but there are lots of different color options available.
If you know someone who loves to work out at a gym or studio, they're still probably wearing athletic shorts in the winter, and just throwing on a pair of sweats over top for traveling to and from their workout. These Old Navy StretchTech Dolphin-Hem Run Shorts ($6-$20) are easy to throw on and comfortable to wear. No matter how far they want to run, these are a great gift.
These Chocolate Dumbbells ($13) might just be their favorite present of the year. They're beyond adorable, and come with nine chocolates: three dark chocolate, three milk chocolate, and three white chocolate dumbbells. These are the sweetest gift they'll receive this season, and if you're lucky, maybe they'll share!
Toning up is easier than ever when they have this All in Motion Ab Wheel ($10). It looks like no big deal, but don't be fooled, it's an ab crusher. This is a great little device they may not already have in their home gym setup.
If they love working out outdoors, even in the winter, help them stay warm with the FP Movement Movement Cool Down Beanie ($20). The cozy design is available in seven color choices, but we love the chic camel shade.
Yes, a massage makes a great gift, but it doesn't really fit in a stocking. Create some happy muscles by giving a Tiger Tail Knotty Tiger Massage Ball ($23) to hit the trigger points and break up the knots in key pressure points like their back, shoulders, and legs.
This Blogilates Foldable Yoga Mat ($20) is ideal for the person in your life who's always traveling, or only has a few minutes to squeeze some movement into their day. If they're always on the go, and want something easily portable, this is a great gift.
Kathryne Taylor, the mastermind behind the popular food blog Cookie and Kate, has knocked it out of the park with the vegetarian cookbook "Love Real Food" ($18, originally $28). They'll find all sorts of healthy recipes that will give them the nutrition they need after a workout.
If they're getting into boxing or even weightlifting, they know the struggle of burgeoning callouses on their hands. These Sanabul Boxing Handwrap Gloves ($19, originally $30) make an awesome stocking stuffer. It also works if they're wary of communal machines or weights at the gym.
If they're super organized or have a specific fitness goal in mind, they'll stay motivated with these fun Knock Knock Today's Plan of Attack Great Big Stickies ($8). They can log their goals for everything from the office to workouts.
A key part of health and fitness is staying hydrated, and if they need a little help in this department, try a water infuser. This Cupture Fruit Infuser Water Bottle ($13) is a great way to remember to keep on sipping. They can create so many yummy concoctions that will inspire them to drink more water.
This Pinch Provisions Gym Kit ($24) is complete with 15 essentials that they might need at the gym. Deodorant towelettes? Check. Dry shampoo? Check. There's also a hair tie, tampon, headphones, lip balm, and even "emergency" socks, because you can never have too many socks.
Only the biggest gym fanatics will enjoy playing this Spri Exercise Dice ($10) game. You never know what you're going to get, and it's such a fun way to work out; you'll never get bored creating new set combinations.
Not only does the BuildLife 1 Gallon Water Bottle ($23) hold a person's entire daily water intake, but it cheers them on as they're drinking from it. They're going to love this gift, since they've likely seen these motivational bottles all over social media.
Gym-goers with long hair will appreciate receiving the L. Erickson Grab & Go Tube Set of 15 Ponytail Holders ($22) as a gift. They're comfortable and won't give them the dreaded ponytail headache, which is always essential.
This is such a unique gift, but one they'll love to use, particularly if they're always moving. After a good cardio session, this Vive Foot Rocker ($23) is great for stretching feet. If they have tendonitis or shin splints, this is one gift they'll be obsessed with.
If they're brave enough to exercise outdoors during the winter, get them the EverPlus Bluetooth Beanie ($23) — it has built-in headphones! Customers love that they can listen to music and take calls while they run, and the fact that there's even a place for a high ponytail is brilliant.
Every fitness-lover knows that sleep is important. They'll sleep like a baby with the Asutra Weighted Silk Eye Pillow ($22). It's super soft and comfortable, but definitely won't break the bank, which we love. It's also a great option for someone who's traveling and sleeping in hotels often.
Outdoor activities and intense workouts don't always comply with jewelry. The Rinfit Silicone Wedding Ring/Band Replacement ($14) makes a great weather-proof and sweat-proof wedding band placeholder. It's one of those gifts they may not think to buy for themselves, but will be so happy they have. Gift this to your husband, wife, or fiancée for the holidays.
This play on the classic "Merry Christmas ya filthy animal" line from "Home Alone" is just the thing to put a smile on someone's face. What are you waiting for? Buy the Merry Liftmas Mug ($23) right now!