Did you burn some calories this weekend with some Black Friday shopping? Well, the great deals aren’t over yet. Give the gift of health this holiday with fitness gifts from Push Pedal Pull. We wanted to highlight some of our favorite inexpensive but effective products that will make a perfect present or stocking stuffer.
- 1. Fitness DVDs ($14.98–$15.98)
Laptops and flat screen TVs will be popular gifts this year. Why not pair a gift of technology with downloadable fitness that your loved one can watch on their new device? We have several exercise videos that only require a stability ball. To get seriously lean, try Pumping Rubber on the Ball, Pilates on the Ball or YogaBall.
- 2. Foam Roller ($14.98–$24.98)
Foam rollers have many uses. From preventing injury to adding a level of challenge in a workout, rollers are a gift that keeps on giving. These simple tools can act as a stand-in massage therapist. By using one before and after a workout, it’s possible to release tense muscles and increase flexibility. Rollers can also be used with standard exercises like push-ups, sit-ups and other toning moves to bump up the intensity of a workout.
- 3. Kettlebells ($29.98–$99.00)
The kettlebell trend has staying power. Touted today by celebrity trainers, this Russian exercise tool actually has roots dating as far back as the 1700s. We offer a variety of kettlebells, from individual units that vary in weight to a combo kettlebell system, known as a KettleBlock.
- 4. Jump rope ($5.98–$13.98)
Sure, a jump rope may have first appeared on your holiday wish list back in kindergarden, but this is one “toy” whose importance hasn’t aged. Think about it: it’s portable, a favorite among boxers and other athletes and, you have to admit, it’s fun. A WebMD article examining jumping rope claims that, done correctly, the exercise could burn the amount of calories comparable to running an eight-minute mile. This gift is sure to bring back fond memories, as well as an element of fun, to any fitness buff’s day.
- 5. The SPRI Xerdisc ($34.98)
The American Council on Exercise cites balance and core training as becoming a rising fitness trend in 2012. Outfit your loved one for the new year right with the SPRI Xerdisc, an air-filled tool that challenges standard lunges, crunches and more by incorporating an element of balance work. The Xerdisc is appropriate for anyone on your shopping list, from beginners to advanced users.
Feeling inspired to give fitness-friendly presents this winter? The professionals at your local Push Pedal Pull are happy to help you in your holiday hunt. Just head to one of our stores and we’ll help you find a healthy and exciting gift.