It's super convenient that the holiday season is so close to the New Year. Just when we want to make new goals, plan for future races, and conquer our biggest fitness goals, the holiday season can help. From water bottles to yoga mats [1], there are so many gifts [2] that are screaming to be purchased. For those that want to take their exercise up a notch, we've gathered the ultimate list of wearable technology that will let the wellness guru in your life up their game and have the best workout ever. Whether they're a runner [3], a swimmer, an expert walker [4], or anything in between, there's something for everyone on this list.
Moov 3D Fitness Tracker
If you're a swimmer, this is the tracker for you. Moov 3D Fitness Tracker [5] ($42, originally $60) will count the number of strokes, the stroke type, lap analysis, and suggest ways to improve.
NEXUS Package
Weightlifting just got a whole lot more technical with the NEXUS Package [6] ($299). Designed for CrossFit, this sleeve lets you track your reps, monitor weights, and share your progress as it monitors your movements to help coach you into the best workout of your life.
Moov HR Sweat
Sure, you can use the Moov HR Sweat [7] ($100) to track swimming, running, and other general fitness regimens, but what sets this band apart is the real time heart-rate coaching that lets you stay in the optimal zones.
NADI X - MESH
Not just ordinary leggings, these NADI X - MESH [8] ($249) are a yogi's dream. The pants use sensors, vibrations, and audio to correct for form and guide you into your best practice. Best of all, they're machine washable.
Wahoo TICKR FIT Heart Rate Armband
To keep track of your heartbeat in other ways, the Wahoo TICKR FIT Heart Rate Armband [9] ($80) promises a secure fit, and it connects to all the major devices, like Garmin.
Jabra Elite Sport Earbuds
Since there is hardly a person at the gym who doesn't have earbuds in, Jabra Elite Sport Earbuds [10] ($190) make the perfect gift. The fitness tracker is in the earbuds, monitors your workout, providing coaching, and lets you listen to your tunes.
Apple Watch Series 4
Waterproof and classic, the Apple Watch Series 4 [11] ($399 or $33 a month) lets you keep track of your exercise and is compatible with hundreds of other apps, meaning you can do your BBG workout from your watch. [12]
Altra Men's Torin IQ Road Running Shoe
Get ready to PR with the Altra Men's Torin IQ Road Running Shoe [13] ($220). As you run, the shoe monitors foot strike, cadence, impact rate, and contact time, giving you live feedback as you go. The thin sensors on the footbed provide coaching so your technique doesn't have to suffer, even if you are feeling a little sluggish that day.
Fitbit Alta HR
Sleek and simple, the Fitbit Alta HR [14] ($130) is a classic for a reason. It tracks your steps and heart rate, gives prompts to move, and connects to your phone for various updates throughout the day.
Lechal Smart Navigation and Fitness Tracking Insoles and Buckles
Don't distract yourself from your workout. The Lechal Smart Navigation and Fitness Tracking Insoles and Buckles [15] ($70) lets you track your exercise and gives you guidance through vibrations, without you having to look at your wrist every few minutes.
Xiaomi Mi Band 3 Fitness Tracker
It's not just the low price that sets the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 Fitness Tracker [16] ($35) apart from other trackers. Its special waterproof technology means it can go deeper than most other trackers.
UA HOVR™ Sonic Connected
Besides being massively comfortable over miles and miles, the UA HOVR™ Sonic Connected [17] ($110) tracks, analyzes, and stores every run so you don't have to play the guessing game after each run.
Garmin vívomove HR
Garmin is a name that is synonymous with runners and tracking distance. The Garmin vívomove HR [18] ($200) does that, as well as heart rate, calories, and intensity minutes. Plus, it's the perfect option for those who want to keep track of their exercise without looking like they're wearing a fitness tracker.
MYZONE Compression T-Shirt
Anyone can wear a heart monitor around their chest, but those may slip and fall through a particularly twisty workout (think CrossFit or Yoga), so the MYZONE Compression T-Shirt [19] ($70) is the perfect companion. It tracks your heartbeat and keeps you cool and dry with a moisture wicking fabric.
Garmin Running Dynamics Pod
Whether you're training for a 5K or an Ultra, the Garmin Running Dynamics Pod [20] ($70) will track six different running analytics by tracking important metrics that will help you ensure your best race.
Sensoria Fitness Socks and Anklet
Paired with a Bluetooth sensor, the Sensoria Fitness Socks and Anklet [21] ($200) accurately tracks steps, speed, calories, altitude, distance, cadence, and foot landing technique, making this a great gift for those who suffer from common running injuries like Plantar Fasciitis [22].
