FITNESS HAS, historically speaking, been free. The Spartans didn’t need to pay for a gym membership, curate a supplement regimen or wear the latest high performance gear to get results. And yet, they remain one of the purest examples of the ideal male physique. Today, unfortunately, fitness is expensive. On the bright side, that means the fitness industry churns out a number of products that make great gifts.
To help you find the perfect gift for the fitness lover in your life – whether it’s a friend, sibling, parent, partner, child, colleague or distant relative – we’ve rounded up some of the best fitness products on the market. But why trust us? Well, it’s our job to keep up with all the latest developments in fitness. Whenever there’s new gear, we test and review it. Now, at the end of the year, we’ve gathered a few favourites.
Read on to see our full list of the best Christmas gifts for fitness lovers.
Best health and fitness Christmas gift ideas
Nike Vomero 18
The Nike Vomero 18 is perfect for your longest run of the week. It’s Nike’s most cushioned training shoe and features a ZoomX unit in the midsole for added propulsion. Comfort is also front and centre, with a new foam collar that’s 17 per cent softer than previous iterations of the shoe.
Lululemon Double Foam Roller
The Double Roller from Lululemon is actually two foam rollers in one. The exterior roller utilises a wavy, swirling design to work out knots in your arms and legs, while the interior roller goes deeper to soothe your back. A great gift for someone who’s always complaining about aches and pains.
Zwift Ride
The Zwift Ride is a smart bike that eliminates the mess of cables and compromises with a plug-and-play machine. For everyday cyclists who want indoor training to be smooth, quick and genuinely enjoyable, the Zwift Ride is a great option.
Adidas Evo SL
The Evo SL borrows innovations from the other shoes in Adidas’ elite racing category, Adizero, but it puts them in a more durable frame. It features Lightstrike Pro cushioning for a responsive, energy-filled ride, and the mesh upper is engineered for a race-day fit, with optimal comfort and minimal weight.
Musashi Electrolytes
Stay hydrated during your workouts with this scientifically formulated blend of electrolytes, designed to keep you energised no matter the exercise.
Lifetime MVP Basketball Hoop
A basketball hoop is a great gift, regardless of the age of the recipient. You don’t grow out of hoop dreams. This hoop is adjustable and easy to set up. Can’t go wrong.
PUMA Velocity Nitro 4
This shoe won our 2025 Sneaker Awards in the daily trainer category. It’s lightweight but well-cushioned, responsive but supportive, and suitable for everything from daily jogs and long runs to fast-paced efforts and intervals.
Bondi Active Pulse Tech Tee
Lightweight, moisture-wicking and quick-drying. Perfect for someone who needs a new workout tee.
Your Reformer Original Reformer
More and more men are getting into Pilates. If you know someone who is keen on jumping on the bandwagon, getting them a top-quality reformer could be a great call. This one from Your Reformer features plush upholstery, a premium maple wood frame and can slot right into a living room.
New Balance Rebel V5
The New Balance Rebel V5 introduces a PEBA and EVA-blended FuelCell midsole, delivering enhanced energy return and an even more responsive ride. The Rebel V5 is best used for fast-paced training sessions, tempo runs and interval training. Essentially, when you want your training runs to go a little faster, the Rebel is the shoe you should reach for.
20kg adjustable dumbbell set
Give dad the gift of gains this Christmas with this adjustable dumbbell set, a great addition to any home gym.
Nike Flex Rep Top
Most guys would welcome an update to their workout wardrobe. This dri-fit top is as good as any shirt for vigorous exercise.
Soundcore Space One Pro
The Space One Pro is Soundcore’s flagship noise-cancelling headphone, with four-stage noise cancelling tech, a rich, balanced soundstage with detailed highs and prominent bass, and a foldable FlexiCurve structure. For someone who wants top-quality headphones for their locked-in workouts, these are an exceptional gift.
WHOOP 5.0
The WHOOP 5.0 is perfect for the guy who wants the data and insights provided by a fitness wearable, without all the needless extras. It can do just about everything an Apple Watch or Samsung Galaxy watch can, plus more. The new healthspan and WHOOP age features also add a fun, gamifying element to fitness that will appeal to both hardcore biohackers and the average Joe.
Theragun Mini
There are few better ways to ease muscle tension and stress than with a quality massage gun. The Theragun Mini takes all the soothing power of a regular Theragun and packs it into a compact, uber-portable frame. Don’t hesitate on this one, it even has Bluetooth.
Ryze Element Smart Fitness Ring
The Ryze Element Smart Ring merges advanced sensor technology with an ultra-thin, 2.5mm design, making it one of the thinnest and most comfortable fitness rings on the market. It provides easy tracking of key health metrics, including temperature, heart rate, blood oxygen levels and sleep patterns.
Eight Sleep Pod 4
You can’t put a price on a good night’s sleep, and we’re positive whoever you’re shopping for feels the same way. For that reason, an innovative Sleep Pod from Eight Sleep could be a gamechanger. With dual climate control, automatic temperature adjustments and clinical-grade tracking for sleep phases, heart rate and snoring, the Pod 4 is an all-encompassing sleep booster.
Hyperice Venom Go
Technological innovations continue to change the way we workout. Now, recovery starts before the workout has finished. The Venom Go is a heated, vibrating wearable that soothes aches and pains as you go. With nine distinct combinations of heat and vibration, the Venom Go can be placed just about anywhere and deliver lasting results.
