GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. - The holiday shopping season is in high gear, but there's always that one person you just can't find the perfect gift.
Don't worry, we have you covered.
How about giving the gift of good health?
Fitness expert Chris Freytag came by KARE 11 Sunrise to talk about some fitness fads worth giving.
BodyMedia FIT CORE armband:
The newest addition to the BodyMedia Fit armbands is the CORE armband... small in stature but big in building a healthier lifestyle, is an enlightening fitness device. It gives you the tools to take off the pounds and get to the core of the issue when it comes to your fitness and weight loss plan. Capturing over 5000 data points per minute using four sophisticated sensors, this seriously smart device tracks everything from calories burned, steps taken and levels of physical activity to sleep. The CORE Armband stays charged for four to six days, making it easy to stay centered and ready to go throughout the week.
Best Price We found: Amazon.com $149.99
Polar Heart Rate Monitor FT60:
Anyone who wants to improve or maintain their fitness knows the best approach is to train smart not hard. And a Heart Rate Monitor is one of the most effective tools for zone training. PolarUSA.com has been a leader in heart rate technology for years. The Polar FT60 is part of the fitness line of watches and gives you weekly training targets, provides constant feedback, and helps you reach your goals more efficiently. The FT60 also is compatible with the G1 GPS sensor (sold separately).
Best price we found: $115-145 on Amazon.com
Lululemon Athletic Wear:
Founded in Vancouver BC in 1998 as a yoga apparel company, Lululemon is now available in countries all over the world offering much more than yoga apparel for both men and women. They now manufacture technical athletic apparel for yoga, running, dancing, and most other sweaty pursuits. Lululemon has the corner on the market offering apparel with great form, function and trend right fashion. Every item has a fun unique name and provides a functional use. Lululemon is also strongly tied to the local communities offering free yoga and fitness classes each week. Local stores are in the West End Mall in St Louis Park and at Mall of America.
Prices vary based on the items so check out their website for more information.
Lollihop.com:
Delicious, nutritious snacks shipped monthly. You've heard of fruit of the month club or wine of the month club...well now you can subscribe to healthy, delicious and organic snacks that are nutritionist approved and shipped monthly. Each monthly box includes at least eight organic and healthy snacks sourced from all different places with brands big and small. The one thing they all have in common is that they are good and wholesome. Snacks are hand-chosen for flavor, quality, nutrients, texture, and that thrilling something extra that great food always has. Your box goes out on the 15th of each month, rain or shine. Free shipping every month, delivered to your doorstep. Sign up yourself or send a gift. Lollihop is a monthly, 6-, or 12-month membership delivered to your doorstep.
Best price: Starting at $18.95 a month.
Printable Coupon Books from the American Council on Exercise:
Need some holiday inspiration? The American Council on Exercise has created five FREE books filled with 20 tips each featuring fun, healthy ways to spend quality time with your friends and family. Gift these FREE FitGift activity coupons for some instant inspiration that you'll both benefit from. Email them to a friend, slip a coupon book into your co-workers' inbox or add them to a holiday card.
Best price: FREE!
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