Still stumped on what gift to get the friend who's always lacing up their sneakers for long runs or inviting you to their favorite fitness class? How about the person who invests as much time and energy into their self-care routine as they do their actual career?
Sure, you can gift them the basic eye masks or gift cards for more class credits, but these expert-recommended gifts are a bit more elevated — and something they're more likely to want and use.
TODAY contributor and Peloton instructor Ally Love stopped by the 3rd hour of TODAY to share gifts from Athleta, Papier and more.
Shop finds for friends or family members whose ideal weekend includes attending a fitness class and winding down at night with a cup of tea or a face mask.
Wellness gifts seen on TODAY
Fitness and recovery favorites
Bala Bangles
Available in one, two, or three pound weights, this accessory straps to your ankles or wrists for added intensity during your walks, yoga or pilates classes and more.
Athleta All About Shine Puff Tote Bag
You're looking at your new one-and-done bag — with enough space to store everything you need to transport you from your cubicle to the cardio room.
It has designated laptop and water bottle sleeves, as well as a key "leash" to prevent you from digging at the bottom of your bag when searching for your keys.
Uncommon Goods Wall Mounted Personal Masseuse
For a hands-free massage, mount these tools onto any wall for immediate relief. The roller ball glides every which way, hoping to relieve pressure from head-to-toe, quite literally, as it can be used to target your upper back or the bottoms of your feet.
The 360-point node roller features a number of nodules that hope to provide a stimulating sensation and promote blood flow in the upper portions of your body.
LMNT Zero Sugar Chocolate Salt Electrolyte Mix
These electrolyte packets were meant to be mixed with warm water, according to the brand — for your morning mocha or hot chocolate. It contains sodium, potassium and magnesium but no sugar, according to the brand.
Best in body care
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap
If you're anything like former intern, Celia Funderburk, you know the unfortunate pain of headaches and migraines all too well. This cap can be worn warm or cold, after sticking it in the microwave or freezer, to alleviate pain.
Funderburk prefers warming it up before slipping it over her eyes, for a "spa-like experience."
Goop Beauty Dry Brush
Have you ever tried dry brushing? Experts say the act comes with a multitude of benefits, including reducing the appearance of fine lines, exfoliating skin and removing dead cells along the body, which in turn assists in cell turnover.
This brush has sisal fiber bristles, hoping to "wake your senses up" with each swipe, according to the brand.
Maude The Tub Kit
A bath soak and bath salt make up this set, that Love says is "everything you need for a calming, restorative bath experience." The brand (and Love!) encourage you to wind down at the end of the day with these two products, that are infused with vitamins and minerals like potassium, magnesium, sulfur and zinc to help nourish the skin.
Mindfulness and self-reflection must-haves
Mindfulness Cards
Switch these cards out weekly for a new quote that helps you remain mindful, especially during a hectic holiday season.
Papier Joy Wellness Journal
Papier is a Shop TODAY 2024 Gifts We Love winner, with our team loving it for "a dose of mindfulness." This specific one, labeled the "joy wellness" journal, includes 12 weeks of prompts that help you implement and reflect on the six wellness pillars laid out within.
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Recovery favorites
Lululemon Double Roller Mini
Foam rollers can help loosen up the muscles pre- or post-workout, hoping to relieve tension in the arms, legs and back. It’s crafted out of a dense foam that proves to be “durable and supportive,” according to the brand.
Nighttime wellness
Araks Organic Lavender Sleep Sachets
These silk sachets are infused with organic lavender and can be placed underneath your pillows to provide a scent that's sure to help lull you to sleep.
Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock
"This alarm clock has changed mornings for me," says production coordinator, Camryn Privette. "I’ve always been a traditional iPhone alarm girl but this clock gently wakes me up with a light flute every morning with a gentle sunrise light too. You can customize the sound and lights to whatever helps you. It’s also a noise machine and I fall asleep to the rainstorm sound every night now too. I’ve seen them all over TikTok recently as well and people are agreeing they're worth it."
Whole body wellness
Bombas Holiday Ankle Sock 3-Pack Gift Box
Help them get into the holiday spirit with this set of socks, from the brand Bombas. Our editors love these for their comfortability and ability to maintain structure and shape, no matter how many trips in the washing machine they've had.
Household wellness
Ember Temperature Controlled Smart Mug 2
Whether every morning starts with a cup of piping hot coffee, or they love to wind down for the night with a steaming cup of tea, keep it from going cold with this smart mug that remains warm so long as its resting on the included coaster.
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The products shown in this article were chosen by TODAY contributor and Peloton instructor, Ally Love.
Meet the expert
- Ally Love is a TODAY contributor and Peloton instructor, whose content primarily focuses on wellness and lifestyle topics.
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