The holidays are here again!! Wow, I feel like I just wrote that same sentence yesterday about last year. As I sit and write this on Black Friday, I wonder how many of you are out there strolling the mall with thousands of others deciding which candle or knick-knack to add to the ever-so-lovely collection that "collects" dust. I say, if you are going to spend money, why don't you spend it on items that will be used to better one's health and wellness?! And, you don't have to be a fitness maniac to benefit from putting health items on your list. . . I will share some great fitness-related gift ideas for everyone on your list from the novice to the guru; AND they won't break the bank either!!

For the "At-home-Exerciser": For that person who prefers to not go to a crowded and sweaty gym, so bring the gym to them!

• Perfect Pushup Handles/Jump Ropes
• Workout DVDs
• iTunes Gift Card
• Misc Equipment such as: Free Weights, Bands, Kettlebells, Medicine Balls
• Sporting Goods store gift card

For the Yogi: For those who love to get down on the mat!

• Yoga mat/bag
• Headbands
• Class Package to a gym or studio
• Yoga Clothing
• Yoga DVDs/Magazine Subscription

For the Cardio Junkie: For that person who prefers to get their sweat on outdoors!

• Heart Rate Monitor/GPS
• Swim Goggles
• Music Arm Band w/Case and headphones
• Itunes Gift Card
• Runner's World Mag subscription
• Dri-Fit Clothing

For the Health Food Nut: For that person who wasn't upset about the Twinkie drought!

• Eating Light Mag subscription
• Juicer/Smoothie Maker
• Healthy Cookbooks
• Fruit Baskets

For the Novice: For that person who is new or getting back to fitness.

• Workout Clothes
• Beginning Pilates/Cardio DVDs
• 3 and 5 lb Weights
• Personal Training sessions
• A workout buddy at the gym. . . .priceless! ☺

Obviously these are just the tip of the iceberg on options that can help in the quest for health and fitness. Best part?? All of these items can be bought in BROAD RIPPLE! Remember, shop local people! Happy Holidays.