When you're working
out, you don't want to neglect any part of the body. The same
can be said when you're shopping for the fitness enthusiasts
on your list. You want to make sure every area gets the
attention it deserves. From head to toe, we've got you
covered.
The Bodybugg armband device helps manage
calories. The gadget, along with a Web-based program, keeps
calories consumed vs. calories burned in check. $199, includes
a six-month Web subscription. At 24 Hour Fitness clubs and
24hourfitness.com.
Talk about using your head. The Happy Helmet
Bike Camera Mount lets you strap a camera on your head to
capture video and other images during your ride. The kit
includes straps that weave through the vents of your helmet
and a simple tripod mount. $22, photojojo.com.
Pink's never been so tough. Ringside's
aerobic bag gloves add a punch of color to heavy-bag workouts.
$22.99, 1-877-426-9464 or www.ringside.com.
As comfortable as a slipper, as sturdy as an
athletic shoe and as light as a feather. The eco-friendly Kigo
Shel is water-resistant and features a fold-and-go design, so
it's easily portable without hogging all the space in gym bag
or suitcase. The Shel works for men and women. $49.99,
www.kigofootwear.com.
Everything becomes a calorie-burning,
weight-bearing exercise with a pair of Anatomical Leg Weights
on your calves. They can be worn during workouts or under day
clothes during daily chores. $80, www.gaiam.com.
Say goodbye to bulky water bottles. Vapur is
lightweight and flexible. It stands upright when full but can
be rolled, folded and flattened when empty. Its design makes
it easy to stuff inside purses or backpacks. $8.95 for an
individual bottle or $29.95 for a family pack. Vapur.us or
Amazon.com.
Who wants to have to stop the cart to
retrieve a ball during a golf scramble? The Scramble Scoop
picks up golf balls easily and effortlessly, and the
telescopic handle helps save your back. $16.95, 1-800-590-8484
or scramblescoop.com.
Help skiers, snowboarders, cyclists,
runners, hikers and walkers go hands-free. The Scout
cross-body carrier has six pockets to hold everything they
might need on the go: keys, cash, IDs, iPods, phone, lift
passes and more. $19.99, kangaroom storage.com.
Rainy, cold weather is no reason to skip a
workout. The NBxTreme Jacket will keep runners dry and allows
them to move freely. It features reflective elements for
safety and a storage and wire valve and guide for mp3 players.
$120, newbalance.com.
Who hasn't overdone it and wound up with
sore muscles? Stuff fitness enthusiasts' stockings with
organic muscle balms from Badger. $5.50 to $10, Sprouts, Whole
Foods. www.badgerbalm.com.
Ogorgeous adds glitz and glam to a yoga
workout with its Beverly bow-tie mat bag. $96, ogorgeous.com.
With a focus on organization — and all
kinds of pockets and compartments — the Stella
McCartney-designed Kierre bag keeps essentials within easy
reach. It also features detachable side pockets. $160, Adidas.
www.shopadidas.com.
Dogmatic's hands-free leash makes it easy to
take man's best friend along for a run. The system includes an
adjustable belt and shock-absorbing cord safe for dogs up to
80 pounds. Amazon.com, coming soon to PetSmart locations.
866-463-6462.
The adiStar Ride 2 running shoe for men
features a little bit of everything: improved fit, ClimaCool
for moisture control and ventilation and Active ForMotion to
reduce torsion stiffness. $125, www.shopadidas.com.
Ditch the knee braces. Opedix running tights
help improve joint alignment and stability. They have an
anchor and sling design to provide support to the outside of
the knee, which reduces the amount of damaging outward
movement and decreases the stresses on the knee joint. $190,
www.opedix.com.