{"id":54531,"date":"2020-12-07T07:15:48","date_gmt":"2020-12-07T12:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=54531"},"modified":"2020-12-18T18:22:59","modified_gmt":"2020-12-18T23:22:59","slug":"holiday-diy-gifts-fitness-lovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/tech\/holiday-diy-gifts-fitness-lovers\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best DIY Holiday Gifts for Fitness Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Editor’s note: It’s crunch time this holiday season so we’re bringing back this roundup of DIY gifts for all you last-minute shoppers! Skip long lines and check out these DIY gifts for the fitness fanatics in your life. And if you wrap one up and gift it to yourself, your secret’s safe with us!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Photo: Happiness is Homemade<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re anything like us, the holidays snuck up on you, and now you\u2019re scrambling to find the perfect gift<\/a> for everyone on your list. But why settle for something impersonal like a gift card or a same old box of chocolates\u00a0when you can make one of these easy personalized DIY gifts\u00a0for your fitness-loving friend. The bonus is that stocking stuffers are made with items you can easily purchase at a crafts store, so you’ll save money and channel some creative holiday spirit.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>50 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Wellness Obsessed<\/a><\/p>\n

7 DIY Gifts for Wellness Buffs\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Photo: Stay Fit Mom<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

1.\u00a0DIY Fitness Headband
<\/a><\/strong>Your favorite sweaty Betty wouldn\u2019t dare show up to a workout without a headband to wick the liquid awesome away from her forehead. Instead of dropping dough on one that you don’t know will fit her head for sure, why not create one that’s made just for her? With some swatches of her favorite fabric and a few sewing materials, she\u2019ll have a gift you know<\/em> nobody else at the gym will have.<\/p>\n

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Photo: The Healthy Maven<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2.\u00a0DIY Yoga Mat Spray
<\/a><\/strong>Real talk: when was the last time you cleaned your yoga mat? If you’re racking your brain trying to remember, not to worry. You’re totally not alone! It’s easy to forget that our mats need a good clean to prevent bacteria from building up so you can keep down-dogging and child’s posing with peace of mind. This tutorial from The Healthy Maven couldn’t be easier: simply add witch hazel, water, and the essential oil(s) of your choice to a spray bottle, and you’ve got an antimicrobial and antibacterial spray ready to go!<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 8 Running Apps for Marathoners, Skeptics and Everyone In Between
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Photo: Happiness is Homemade<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

3.\u00a0Sports Soak
<\/a><\/strong>Anyone can buy a bath bomb, but it takes someone special to make your own soak. We won\u2019t spill all the secrets, but it just takes some Epsom salt, baking soda, essential oils and food coloring. Package it all up in a pretty Mason jar with a bow, and you\u2019ll be the hero of your gift exchange.<\/p>\n

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Photo: The Gracious Wife<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

4.\u00a0Recipe Binder<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have a meal prep maven in your life, it\u2019s time to get cracking on this recipe binder. Stop her from her Pinterest princess ways by giving\u00a0her a way to store all of her favorite recipes IRL. Buy a nice binder, and fill it with these free printables<\/a> from Michelle at The Gracious Wife. She can use the pretty printables to\u00a0fill out the ingredients and instructions for all her favorite dishes.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 50 Resources That Make Meal Prep a Snap<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Helen’s Closet<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

5.\u00a0Yoga Pants<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sew what? If you\u2019re crafty with a sewing machine: First off, we want to know you. And secondly, you can make leggings so your loved one can downward dog<\/a>\u00a0her way happy. She’ll appreciate them more than the other workout capris and leggings in her collection. But we won’t judge if she\u00a0decides to wear it to brunch or a coffee date. The best part? This project takes no longer than a vinyasa class.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Run Wiki<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

6.\u00a0Golden Arrow Tote<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

13.1 car stickers are cool and all, but a bag<\/em> that proclaims you\u2019re a half-marathoner<\/a> is even more legit. This gorgeous golden arrow tote is a unique way to show your friend that you\u2019re cool with them skipping out on social obligations in favor of training runs, and how proud you are of their dedication and motivation. It\u2019s also great for storing race day essentials, like water, gels, deodorant and extra layers.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 13 Awesome Podcasts to Get You Through a Long Run<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo:<\/em> Giggles Galore<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

7.\u00a0Motivational Water Bottle<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

We all know that person\u00a0in our life who says they \u201cjust don\u2019t like water,\u201d or someone who has a hard time drinking the daily recommended amount. But maybe they just haven\u2019t found the right bottle to remind them. Put the power in their hands with this motivational bottle to help them meet their goals.<\/p>\n

Originally published 2016, updated 2020.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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