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Kids make it look so easy. Give them a colored pencil and a piece of scratch paper, and in less than five minutes, they’ll hand you a hastily misspelled front-and-back list of what they want for Christmas. It’s impressive. Inspired by that child-like sense of instantaneous desire, we filtered through the clutter that is the fitness-gear industry and curated a list of items most sought after by those with a passion for breaking a sweat in the studio and relaxing in the great outdoors.
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 32 MGR
$120, nike.com
Weighing in at 10.8 ounces, the Air Zoom Pegasus is a lightweight shoe that won’t force you to sacrifice on comfort or cushioning. While the majority of us will never come close to being a gold medalist, that shouldn’t stop us from training (or styling) like one. As one shoe tester said, “If my face is a wreck during a workout, at least my feet look good!” Amen, sister.
YoYo Mat
$79, yoyomats.com
Imagine never having to clumsily roll up your yoga mat again. Marketed as “the world’s only self-rolling fitness and yoga mat,” the YoYo Mat is lined with hidden magnetic strips to keep your mat flat during practice and roll itself up when you’re done. With a successful finish to the company’s Kickstarter funding project this October, YoYo Mats are now ready to order online.
S’well Bottle
$25 and up, swellbottle.com
Do animal prints ever go out of style? We didn’t think so. Constructed to keep drinks cold for 24 hours or hot for 12 hours, these vacuum-sealed, stainless-steel bottles are BPA-free and have a smooth-to-the-touch feel. S’well has chartered new territory in the water-bottle industry and—dare we say it—made rehydrating a fashionable endeavor.
Two Times a Yogi Bag
$128, lululemon.com
Finding the motivation to go to a workout class can be hard enough. Finding where you put your change of clothes shouldn’t have to be. Equipped with a laptop pocket, a ventilated wet/dry compartment and a secure nesting spot for your yoga mat, this easy-to-clean carryall will have you in and out of the studio in no time.
Roo Hammock
$99, kammock.com
Nothing seals off a great day in the outdoors quite like finding a quiet spot between two trees, hooking up a hammock and calling it a day. Don’t let the lightweight design and compressed packing size of the Roo Hammock fool you though; it’s strong and roomy enough to hold two people.
SUP ATX Adventure Fitness Board
Let’s say you love paddleboarding. Maybe you didn’t know that a few years ago. But after using up all your discount coupons at the multiple rowing docks in town this summer, now you do. If you’re considering making a commitment to this newfound love, the Adventure Fitness Board from SUP ATX is a SUPerb (See what we did there?) place to start. Outfitted with a full-deck EVA foam pad, this board is the perfect platform for practicing yoga or simply keeping you slip-free on all your water-bound outings.
Ghost Lanao Pro 6 27.5 Women’s Bike
$1,444, rei.com
This REI-exclusive, all-terrain women’s mountain bike is designed to deliver speed, stability and—thanks to a RockShox front suspension system and 27.5-inch wheels—a smooth riding experience. Be warned though: This bike is sure to turn some heads with its good looks.
Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire
$500, suunto.com
This rose-gold-plated watch is sure to make an impression, whether you’re busy meeting deadlines in the office or setting personal records out on the track. Crafted with female athletes in mind, this multisport watch integrates heart-rate monitoring with Bluetooth and GPS-route-navigation technology.
Inspire 400 earphones
$40, yurbuds.com
When it comes to a smooth workout, a good set of earphones is just as important as your rockin’ playlist. Specifically designed for women, these bold, tangle-free, magnetic earphones sync with most Apple products, allowing you to play music and make phone calls at the touch of a button.
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