We all know people who when you pass by the vitamin store in the mall, we’re not surprised to see them browsing the shelves.  They are the health freak; that friend of ours who is always trying out the latest diet or newest exercise fad.    For the third year in a row, they’ve made it their new year’s resolution to lose those holiday pounds, but this time they’re actually going to go through with it.    When it comes time for their birthday or any gift giving occasion, you know you have to find something that fits their lifestyle, whether that lifestyle is a reality yet or still in the aspirational stage. But, at least you have a good starting point.  Get your friend something that they’ll actually use and appreciate, or support your newly dieting friend by helping them along their way to a healthier and leaner lifestyle.

One good gift idea, especially for new comers to the fitness world, might be to get them a trial membership to a health or athletic club.  Here you can find state of the art work-out equipment and facilities that your friend can choose from.  Some of the equipment can be intimidating or tricky looking, and the staff is always willing to demonstrate how to work them.  Many health clubs will also offer trainers to guide customers in a work out regime that best suits them.  Getting a friend a membership is a great way to motivate someone to get out of the house and get started on shedding the pounds.  Even if your friend already has a membership to such a club, you can still give them a free month, or even a gift certificate to be used at the club for additional services or products.

If a gift of a club membership is a bit more than you planned to spend, there are other gifts that can provide the same message of support.  Visit your local sporting goods shop to find inspiration for other appropriate gifts.  Health stores offer loads of ideas that can suit almost anyone’s interests.  You might get them a health guide on the latest exercise trend.  

Just because they want to lose weight doesn’t mean they can’t eat.  There are a lot of books that can be found in sports shops or even health clubs with recipe guides and nutritional information.    The sports shop has new ideas at every turn including pedometers and heart rate monitors making your gift hunt much easier.

If you’re looking for a more personal gift, one of the best healthy gift ideas you can get is a fruit basket. A fruit gift basket is a great gift idea for anyone who is health conscious and watching their weight.  We’ve been learning it since grade school when we first saw the food pyramid.  Fruit is just plain healthy; it provides essential vitamins and energy not to mention is cholesterol-free.  There’s no question that a fruit basket would be loved by your health conscious friend.  Fruit baskets can come in several different assortments that will provide your friend with his favorite treats.  One exception to keep in mind, however, often people who are just beginning a low carb diet are not permitted fruit.

So whether they’re just starting into fitness or have been working out for years, showing your support for their efforts to drop some weight by getting them a healthy gift is a great way to wish them a happy birthday.

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