Give the gift of health and fitness this year. Any of these 15 holiday products are a great way to keep that New Year’s resolution, too…


Withings Wifi Body Scale $159
The Withings Wifi Body Scale is a digital wireless body fat monitor that uses a Wifi connection to store your weight, BMI and body fat data online or on your iPhone. With the Withings Wifi Body Scale, you can track your progress and motivate yourself to maintain a healthy weight.


Osprey Raptor 10 $89
This hydration backpack is an ideal size for everyday riding. The Raptor 10 offers streamlined organization with enough room for extra food and layers. Lower side compression straps keep the load close to your back and a stretch woven front pocket stashes extra gear.


Finis SwiMP3.1G $150
The Finis SwiMP3.1G Waterproof Headphone System features a state-of-the-art MP3 player integrated into fully waterproof headphones. It attaches easily to any swim goggle, allowing you to listen to your favorite tunes while you swim.

+ MP3 and WMA compatible, iTunes convertible
+ Listen to music, audiobooks, podcasts and more
+ 1GB of storage — approximately 250 songs, 15 hours of music
+ Hydrodynamic clips
+ Attaches securely to goggle straps and rests on cheekbones


Garmin Approach S1 $249
Garmin’s Approach S1 comes pre-loaded with yardage data from more than 14,000 golf courses, plus its built-in odometer will track how many miles you’ve walked during your round. It also comes equipped with a rechargeable battery that lasts up to eight hours in GPS mode, just in case your skins game gets stretched to 36 holes.


Apple iPad with Austin Fit Magazine App Starts at $499
While this nifty gadget has been all the rage since its debut in April, there couldn’t be a better time to take the plunge than now. No, the prices haven’t dropped, nor has the software changed. But the scope and breadth of Apple’s ever-growing iPad App marketplace now matches the magic of this device. Case in point: by Christmas you’ll be able to download and read Austin Fit Magazine on your iPad anytime, anywhere. (Yes, you read that right — look for AFM in the iPad app store beginning mid-December.)


Grease Monkey Wipes $12
For the cyclist or triathlete on your list, Grease Monkey Wipes are the perfect gift. These individually-wrapped, non-toxic, citrus-based, all-natural grease cleaning wipes are made to handle heavy-duty cleaning, including bike grease and road grime associated with any mid-ride repair or post-ride clean-up. Not only do they clean skin (for removing those “rookie” marks and race numbers off your calves), but they also take care of oily chains and dirty frames.


GoFit Ultimate Core Wobble Board $40
It’s a great tool for balance, stability and strength training. Using the board encourages communication between the right and left sides of your brain. This not only improves overall balance and muscle coordination, but strengthens your mental ability.


Nike + iPod Sport Kit $29
Having a little voice in your head during your workouts is literally what you get with the Nike + iPod fitness system. This running buddy gives you feedback on your pace, distance covered and progress from one workout to the next, all in between playing your favorite music.


Adidas MX 680 Sport Headphones $79
These earphones deliver powerful, energizing stereo sound to help you go harder and faster in your workout. They’re designed for heavy movement and a wide range of motion, so you won’t find yourself repeatedly putting them back in your ears after a sprint or quick turn.


Suunto M5 Fitness Watch $189
This watch is for active exercisers who want to continally monitor their fitness level using heart rate data. The Suunto M5 allows you to create a personalized exercise program, suggests workouts for the day, gives you real-time guidance and feedback throughout your exercise session and achievement summaries that can be tracked easily online.


Backwoods Large Rolling Duffel $182
This is the road warrior’s essential duffel. Soft-sided with a large zippered flap for quick access, the two interior pouches allow for easy organization. The bag comes with canvas and leather handles and a removable shoulder strap for your biggest adventures.


Otterbox iPhone Case from $19 to $49
When it comes to your iPhone, Otterbox has it covered. The Otterbox series gives you three types of cases: Defender, Commuter or Impact. Choose the Defender for the most protection against drops, dust and scratches. The Commuter also prevents potential damage from a demanding lifestyle. The Impact has a simple silicon skin that absorbs impact from drops and dings.


ila SPORT Running Alarm $35
The ila SPORT is a fantastic pedometer, milometer and personal safety alarm all in one. It fits easily into the palm of your hand and the alarm can easily be activated by merely pressing a button at the top of the gadget. As well as keeping you safe, the ila SPORT records distance covered, calories burned and even tracks your previous exercise history. There’s also a belt clip, a built-in clock and a backlight.


Sleep Cycle App $1
Sleep Cycle — an App for both the iPhone and iPod touch — is great for waking up feeling refreshed and relaxed. Plus, it’s been touted as an effective way to decrease stress levels, improve erectile function and quicken weight-loss. This stress-free alarm clock adapts itself to your sleeping patterns within a few nights. With soothing, gentle sounds, Sleep Cycle brings you from a deep sleep/dream state into the light phase of your slumber without raising your cortisol levels. This translates into more alertness, less stress and better physiological function throughout the day.


The Warrior Watch
Black – Steel Band $595/ Titanium $695
Silver – Steel Band $545/ Titanium $695

This limited-edition, individually-numbered timepiece from Military Ops is exactly what Navy Seals and Special Forces rely on in the battlefield. Pick from sleek-looking silver and black models, featuring an anti-reflective, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, a carbon fiber dial and water resistance up to 200 meters. The “wow” factor, however, is the inclusion of tritium gas tubes in the index and hands, which glow brightly for up to 25 years without the need for any external light source.